Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities!
We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrants.
Introduction
Are you passionate about designing user‑centred digital services that make a real difference?
Do you have experience in user research, usability testing, and working with multidisciplinary teams?
Can you translate complex systems into simple, accessible user experiences?
Are you keen to develop your product design skills while contributing to meaningful public services?
What’s the role? … …
As an Associate Product Designer, you will support the design and delivery of digital services for Lewisham residents.
You’ll work across discovery, research, prototyping, and testing to improve user experiences and service outcomes.
Collaborating with product managers, developers, and stakeholders, you’ll help bring user‑centred design into delivery.
You’ll contribute to accessible, inclusive solutions that align with council priorities and resident needs.
What’s in it for you?
Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Local Government Pension scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
- Season ticket and bicycle loans
- A range of staff discounts including local subsidised gym memberships
- Supportive staff networks
What we’re looking for
You’ll bring a strong foundation in user-centred design and a willingness to learn and grow.
You’ll be confident supporting user research and usability testing across digital services.
You’ll be able to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver design solutions.
You’ll have good communication skills and be able to explain design decisions to a range of stakeholders.
You’ll be committed to accessibility, inclusive design, and continuous improvement.
You’ll be organised, proactive, and able to contribute across multiple projects.
Location
The job is primarily based in Catford, London but we operate a hybrid approach where you will be required to work both in the office and from home on a regular basis.
The recruitment process is anonymous and we don’t accept CVs.
Applicant handbook - please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed.
For an informal discussion about this job, please contact Jessica Ukpebor - [email protected]
Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification
Salary
£45,852 - £47,925 per annum (PO2)
N.B: All appointments will be offered at the minimum spinal column point (SCP) for the grade of the role. The only exception to this will be when matching current salary (up to the maximum of the scale), which is subject to evidential proof.
Diversity
Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply
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