Midweight Digital Designer (Brand/UI/UX)

Jones Knowles Ritchie

London, Hybrid

Jones Knowles Ritchie (JKR) is a branding business, founded in 1990 and proudly independent ever since.

We started out in the world of packaging, but now we’re worldwide — from three founders to more than 300 of us across the UK and USA. Together, we build and deliver brands across the entire consumer experience.

But even more important than what we do is why we do it. We’re here to inspire brands and people to be their true selves. To be brave. Be tenacious. And, above all, be yourself.

Because we believe that’s the only way to truly be distinctive, everywhere.

We are looking for a Digital Designer (Brand/UI) to join our busy team as part of our 170-person London studio.

About the Role

At JKR, we believe that brands have the power to create distinctive digital impact. Our digital design capability sits at the heart of this belief, designing experiences that are both user-first and brand-led, from start-ups to global giants.

We’re now looking for a Digital Designer to join our team and help shape the next generation of digital experiences.

Why This Role?

This is a hands-on design role where you’ll own and guide projects through every stage, from discovery to delivery. You’ll craft experiences that are strategically smart, beautifully distinctive, and right for both the user and the brand.

You’ll also play a key role in shaping our digital team, mentoring others and inspiring clients along the way.

What You’ll Do

  • Balance user needs with brand storytelling.

  • Design distinctive UI systems that translate brand identities into digital interfaces, bringing them to life with interaction, motion and detail.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Strategists, Creatives, Developers and clients to deliver seamless, innovative outcomes.

  • Shape experiences end to end: from research, audits, personas and user journeys through to wireframes, prototypes and final UI design.

  • Inspire and mentor Designers, sharing knowledge and elevating the team’s digital craft.

What You’ll Bring

  • Experience as a Digital Designer, from an agency or product background, with a strong portfolio spanning multiple platforms that demonstrates your brand thinking and crafted executions.

  • The ability to clearly show your discovery phases and how they informed the direction you took a brand in digitally.

  • An eye for UI craft: distinctive digital design, interaction, design systems, templating and atomic design.

  • Comfort with Figma, FigJam, Miro and other collaboration tools.

  • Experience with motion and animation tools, such as After Effects or Jitter, to enhance user experiences is preferred.

What We Value

  • Creativity that blends strategy, craft and innovation.

  • A collaborative spirit — someone who slots into teams effortlessly.

  • Leadership by example: integrity, openness and an ability to inspire.

  • A passion for pushing the boundaries of brand-driven digital design.

Our Commitment to Leadership and Inclusion

We believe leadership isn’t tied to seniority — it’s about mindset. We’re looking for someone who brings curiosity, compassion and confidence to the role.

We’re committed to building an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the society we live in and the audiences we create for.

Interested in Applying?

Show us your best work.

Please share your CV, if you have one, along with a portfolio that demonstrates your experience designing brand-led digital experiences end to end.

We’re particularly interested in seeing how your discovery and ideas translated brand thinking into distinctive UI systems.

Case studies that show your process, from discovery and strategy through to execution and delivery, are encouraged.

Benefits

JKR is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive benefits programme, including:

  • 💰 Competitive salary.

  • 📍 Lively Shoreditch studio location.

  • 🏡 Hybrid working policy, with a minimum of two days per week in the studio.

  • 🩺 Bupa healthcare, including a dental option.

  • 🛡️ Income protection and life insurance.

  • 🧘 ClassPass credits.

  • 📈 Group personal pension.

  • 🌴 25 days’ holiday, plus time given at Christmas and New Year.

  • ☀️ Two Summer Fridays.

  • 🎂 Birthday day off.

After Probation

  • 🚆 Season ticket loan.

  • 🚲 Cycle-to-work scheme.

  • 👶 Enhanced parental leave policies.

  • 🤝 Referral scheme for new hires.

  • 🌍 Two weeks working from anywhere, by agreement with your line manager.

Why Join Us?

  • A chance to step into a pivotal role with support and mentorship.

  • Work on exciting brand projects that push creative boundaries.

  • Be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration and progress.

  • Contribute to a company that actively champions diversity, equity and inclusion across everything we do.

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