Lead Web Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Malta.

📋 Description

• Collaborate with stakeholders to grasp project requirements and business objectives.

• Revise and enhance current designs to optimize user experience and achieve business outcomes.

• Utilize tools such as Figma (primarily), Photoshop, Illustrator, and other relevant platforms to fulfill project objectives.

• Ensure clear organization and structure across all design and working files.

• Document processes, workflows, and best practices for future reference and guidance.

• Carry out all visual design phases from concept through to final hand-off to engineering teams.

• Generate original website design concepts that simplify intricate user journeys and challenges.

• Develop wireframes, storyboards, user flows, process flows, and site maps to effectively communicate interaction and design ideas.

• Prepare design plans and present website structures and concepts to stakeholders for review.

• Create engaging presentations that visually convey ideas, strategies, and visions.

• Present and defend designs and key deliverables to peers, stakeholders, and management.

• Assist in the development and rollout of new brand identities across various digital formats.

• Provide thought leadership on web design best practices and emergent digital trends.

• Revamp or enhance existing digital experiences to support business growth objectives.

• Establish and advocate for design guidelines, standards, and best practices across projects.

• Conduct design reviews and offer constructive feedback to team members.

• Develop and maintain comprehensive web style guides for both consumer-facing and business-facing products.

• Collaborate with SEO or technical specialists to ensure website structures are SEO-friendly where applicable.

• Stay informed about emerging design tools, technologies, and trends.

• Effectively manage project timelines and consistently meet deadlines.

• Participate in project planning sessions and technical discussions with cross-functional teams.

• Support and mentor junior designers while upholding high standards of design quality across projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in Web/UI/UX design with a robust portfolio showcasing digital and website projects.

• Proficiency in Figma (primary tool), Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and other relevant design tools.

• Ability to translate business and stakeholder requirements into intuitive, user-friendly design solutions.

• Experience in creating wireframes, user flows, site maps, storyboards, and interactive prototypes.

• Strong understanding of responsive web design, visual hierarchy, usability principles, and contemporary design trends.

• Capability to execute the complete design process from concept through to final hand-off to development teams.

• Experience in maintaining organized design systems, structured files, and comprehensive style guides.

• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to articulate and defend design decisions to stakeholders and management.

• Knowledge of branding and visual identity development across various digital formats.

• Familiarity with SEO-friendly website structures and collaboration with technical or SEO specialists when necessary.

• Ability to manage multiple projects, consistently meet deadlines, and engage in planning and technical discussions.

• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving mindset, and willingness to provide constructive feedback and collaborate across teams.

• Experience leading design initiatives, mentoring designers, or contributing to strategic creative direction is considered a strong advantage.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexibility: Enjoy a remote working environment or the option to work from our office in Malta.

• Career Advancement: Collaborate with motivated colleagues in a company on a strong upward trajectory, rewarding entrepreneurial thinking and ambition.

• Competitive Compensation: Receive competitive compensation packages with opportunities for performance-based incentives.