Digital Designer (UX/UI)

OUR MISSION

HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely or hybrid. The vision is to make work accessible and people’s lives better by disrupting traditional employment barriers and connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Seeking a Digital Designer (UX/UI) to support a high-priority, large-scale digital transformation programme. This role will play a key part in the evolution of a large, content-rich global website, working within an established design system and CMS environment (AEM). The focus is on delivering clear, effective user experiences and high-quality visual outputs within a structured, component-based framework.

MAIN DUTIES

The successful candidate will work closely with the Creative Lead and broader programme team to translate complex business and product requirements into intuitive, visually engaging digital experiences.

• Design Delivery: Own the delivery of UX/UI design across key website experiences, aligned to established design systems and brand guidelines.
• Product Translation: Translate complex business and product requirements into clear user journeys, wireframes, and high-fidelity designs.
• Visual Creation: Create clean, modern page layouts and design visual elements such as icons, banners, graphics, and imagery for use across the site.
• Systems Consistency: Develop consistent styles for colours, typography, spacing, and components to ensure all designs follow brand guidelines.
• Technical Collaboration: Prepare final design assets in web-ready formats for the development team and work with developers to ensure the design looks correct once built.

Job Context

• Duration: Anticipated Contract End Date: December 31, 2026.
• Location: Cape Town-based with on-site collaboration and flexibility for hybrid engagement.

Legal Requirements

• Work Authorization: Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country where the position is based, without requiring employer sponsorship.

REQUIREMENTS

The candidate must be operating at a mid-level in UX/UI or digital product design with a strong portfolio of complex web or platform work.

• Technical Experience: Strong experience working within design systems and component-based design frameworks, specifically for large-scale, CMS-driven websites (AEM preferred).
• Design Craft: Strong UX thinking combined with excellent UI craft involving layout, typography, and hierarchy.
• Tools: Proficiency in Figma (essential) and standard digital design tools.
• Soft Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver within phased or agile delivery environments with strong attention to detail.