Global Accessibility Architect | WCAG Expert

Barclays Group; Knutsford, Northampton, Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution seeks a Digital Accessibility SME to influence stakeholders and ensure compliance with accessibility standards across various business units. The role involves driving governance and providing consultancy to create inclusive digital experiences. Ideal candidates should have expertise in accessibility standards and testing tools, along with professional certification. Opportunities for growth in a diverse and dynamic team involved in creating inclusive technology solutions are available.

Qualifications

• Experience with global accessibility standards and assistive technologies.
• Ability to execute testing strategies to validate functionality and user experience.
• Proficient in aligning accessibility practices across business units.

Responsibilities

• Drive firm-wide accessibility governance and compliance.
• Collaborate with teams to implement testing processes.
• Contribute to the development of accessibility frameworks.

Skills

Expertise in global accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG)

Assistive technologies

Testing tools

Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML/CSS/JavaScript)

Inclusive research practices

Professional accessibility certification (e.g., IAAP CPACC, WAS, CPWA)

Job description

A leading financial institution seeks a Digital Accessibility SME to influence stakeholders and ensure compliance with accessibility standards across various business units. The role involves driving governance and providing consultancy to create inclusive digital experiences. Ideal candidates should have expertise in accessibility standards and testing tools, along with professional certification. Opportunities for growth in a diverse and dynamic team involved in creating inclusive technology solutions are available.