Job Description

Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading design and digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture.


We're now looking for aSenior Product Designer to work on The Filter, the Guardian's new online home for trusted product reviews, recommendations and shopping guides for a fixed term contract of 9 months.


The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the overall design and experience strategy of The Filter, ensuring a delightful and intuitive user experience across all touchpoints. You'll play a key role in developing information architecture, site navigation, and visual design that not only provides value to users but also aligns with business goals.

About the Role

Lead the design of the Filter's user interface and experience, from wireframes to final visual design, ensuring consistency, usability, and aesthetic appeal across all pages. Develop and optimise site navigation and information architecture to ensure a smooth, intuitive experience that allows users to easily discover and interact with product recommendations. Work closely with researchers, UX/UI designers, product managers, engineers and product design leads to create meaningful, accessible designs that align with user needs and business goals Develop interactive prototypes and gather feedback from both users and key stakeholders to refine design concepts and improve journeys Help plan and lead creative workshops with team members as well as senior technical and editorial stakeholders Ensure that all product design aligns with the Guardian's own brand identity, Design System and voice, contributing to a cohesive brand experience whilst staying up to date on the latest product design trends.

About You

Demonstrable product design experience working across iOS, Android, and web platforms, including expertise in in tools like Figma, Sketch and Adobe Creative Cloud A keen interest in service journalism and its interface with e-commerce and an understanding of our existing market and the key markets we operate in. Strong foundation in graphic design principles, including typography, colour theory and visual hierarchy Able to engage in proactive, analytical and collaborative problem solving, driving positive impact by setting clear, measurable objectives Experience working in Agile and lean environments A commitment to fostering diversity in design, bringing varied perspectives and creativity to the role. Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate design concepts and rationales to diverse stakeholders. Deep understanding of user-centred design principles with the ability to demonstrate their business value. A keen interest in journalism and a strong understanding of the media landscape.
We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment that reflects our diverse audience. We encourage applications from individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups in the UK media.


We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for.We'd also love to see your portfolio or some examples of work with your application.


We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team.


The closing date for applications is

Wednesday 21st May 2025.

All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Anna Vipers on anna.vipers@theguardian.com to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

Benefits and Policies at the Guardian

You'll have

30 days

of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays) with the option to purchase an

additional 5 days

. Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available.


You are entitled to private healthcare, life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance.


We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy.

Culture and Wellbeing

We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status.


We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our discounted corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme.


Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Learning and Development

We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships.



Job Number


681


Location


London, United Kingdom


Business Area


Product & Engineering


Employment Type


Full time