Product Designer

About Octopus Money

Octopus Money is dedicated to democratizing financial planning and investments, aiming to make these services accessible to all. Recognizing the harsh reality that half of British people approach retirement without sufficient funds and that financial stress adversely affects mental health, Octopus combines empathetic coaching with empowering technology to create personalized financial plans and expertly managed investment portfolios.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Product Designer to play a pivotal role in crafting the next generation of financial guidance and investment experiences. Working closely within a Product squad, you will lead design efforts from discovery through delivery, creating user-centric, intuitive solutions that simplify complex financial decisions and enhance customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Join the engagement and planning team focusing on both mobile and web platforms, managing the entire user experience from initial research to high-fidelity design and continual iteration based on user feedback.
• Transform insights from user research, data analysis, and business objectives into seamless and elegant design solutions.
• Rapidly prototype, test with users, and refine concepts to validate ideas early in the process.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and financial experts to shape and evolve the digital products.
• Leverage generative AI thoughtfully to enhance problem analysis, ideation, and prototyping workflows.
• Contribute actively to evolving the 'Ink' design system by improving components, design patterns, and documentation to ensure consistency and quality.
• Focus on raising design standards through meticulous UI craftsmanship and emphasis on usability.

Candidate Profile

• At least 3 years of experience designing digital products end-to-end in close collaboration with product and engineering teams.
• A robust portfolio demonstrating strong UX research, interaction design, and visually polished execution.
• Experience contributing to and evolving design systems.
• Effective communicator and collaborator who thrives in team environments.
• Ability to maintain high-quality outcomes while working efficiently and prioritizing effectively.
• Proficient in testing and validating prototypes with real users.
• Comfortable integrating AI into the design workflow, using it to enhance efficiency and innovation with sound design judgment.
• Resourceful problem solver who thrives in ambiguous situations, bringing clarity and structured solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to designing native mobile applications (iOS or Android).
• Experience in fintech or financial services is advantageous but not required.
• Familiarity with behavioral design principles and methodologies.

About You

• Passionate about making a positive impact on people's financial lives.
• Strong team player with collaborative spirit across departments.
• Analytical thinker enthusiastic about solving complex challenges creatively.
• Driven to achieve ambitious goals and willing to engage in hands-on work to meet them.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Figma.
• Experience with user testing tools such as usertesting.com, Lyssna, or Userlytics.
• Knowledge of AI-augmented design processes.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range for this role is £45,000 to £52,000 per annum, depending on experience, supplemented by bonus and benefits including:

• 18 remote workdays annually for non-regulated roles.
• Bonus schemes for roles without commission.
• Company pension contributions.
• Private medical insurance.
• Enhanced parental leave offerings.
• Birthday day off.
• A dedicated and supportive team environment.
• Meaningful opportunity to positively influence people's financial wellbeing.

Additional Information

As Octopus Money operates as a regulated entity, successful candidates will undergo background checks covering financial history and any unspent convictions prior to employment.

About Octopus Group

Part of the broader Octopus Group, a private company with over 25 years of history dedicated to building lasting businesses that positively impact future generations. The group includes Octopus Energy, Octopus Investments, and Octopus Legacy.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Octopus Money champions equal financial education and fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated without discrimination based on any personal characteristic.

Applicant Support

Applicants needing assistance with the application process are encouraged to contact the company for support.