Careers at User Vision
User Vision are Recruiting!
Graduate and experienced user experience consultant positions available
Job Description
User Vision is one of the UK's leading user experience consultancies with a diverse set of blue chip & public sector clients such as: Dell Computers, the Department of Trade & Industry, Royal Bank of Scotland Group, Emirates Airline, Epson, the BBC, Scottish Government, Royal Navy & many others.
We are a growing consultancy and are looking to expand our team with a suitable graduate and an HCI/Usability professional with at least 2 years experience in the field.
You will be required to conduct expert usability evaluations, information architecture analysis & usability tests for a range of large organisations who demand fast thinkers, detailed analysis and reports showing a good sense of business acumen. We work in a fast paced environment, often conducting more than one project at a time - ability to handle multiple projects effectively is an important criteria. Experience conducting practical usability /HCI methods within a commercial environment will be a plus.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of usability & accessibility principles & practical applications, ideally in a commercial or business environment. Excellent written & oral presentation skills are a must.
If you are a proactive, self-motivated individual who is keen to learn and apply your skills to some of the county's leading organisations, we would be interested to hear from you. As we are a small growing business, you will be required to undertake a variety of business development activities also - if you have the drive and initiative you can help us continue to grow our organisation as well as your skills and knowledge in usability / HCI then see how to apply.
What we're looking for
Usability knowledge & experience: You have real, first-hand experience running usability tests, accessibility assessments, and other techniques like card sorting or wire-framing. In particular you can demonstrate a good understanding of web technologies and their pros & cons and have an appreciation of the software/web development process.
Communications skills: You are clear & diplomatic, persuasive & charming. Your reports readable & well structured, offering innovative recommendations, and you have an engaging presentation style. You are also a fast thinker with good business acumen.
Qualifications: You will have a BSc or MSc in Human Computer Interaction, User Interface Design or related areas.
If you are a proactive, self-motivated individual who is keen to learn and apply your skills to some of the county's leading organisations, we would be interested to hear from you.
What we offer
- A chance to apply your skills to challenging real world projects with leading companies and organisations.
- A great working environment in our new usability testing and focus group facilities in the centre of Edinburgh.
- Skilled and enthusiastic colleagues to share experience and knowledge with
- A competitive salary, generous holiday allowance and training budget, plus company contributory pension after 12 months continuous employment.
How to apply
If you think you have the skills, experience and drive to succeed within our dynamic, expanding organisation then we want to hear from you!
To apply please email your CV and covering letter to info@uservision.co.uk. Alternatively you can post your CV to:
Recruitment
User Vision Limited
55 North Castle Street
Edinburgh
EH2 3QA
All applicants must already have full UK work permits, we are unable to arrange work visas.
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