Junior Product Designer

The Acorn Group; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance group in the UK seeks a Junior Product Designer to join their growing team based in Liverpool. You will design and prototype digital experiences, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has strong skills in user-centered design and experience with Figma. This position offers a salary of £35,000 - £40,000 and hybrid working options.

Benefits

35 days’ holiday

24/7 mental health support

Flexible benefits including early access to salary

Career growth opportunities

Hybrid working options

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience designing digital products, preferably in Insurtech.
• A portfolio demonstrating your design process with an end-to-end project.
• Ability to present design ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and prototype simple, low friction digital experiences.
• Work on all stages of the design process from concept to launch.
• Conduct user research and user testing.

Skills

User-centered design principles

Design presentation skills

Experience with Figma

Commitment to continuous improvement

Education

1+ years experience designing digital products

Tools

Figma

Job description

Acorn is looking for a passionateJunior Product Designer to join us in a period of exciting growth and digital transformation, helping us transform customer journeys in the insurance market.

Working as a Junior Product Designer at Acorn you will be working as part of a cross‑functional squad,honing your skills on the end‑to‑end design process as part of a growing Product Design team which will offer support for your development.

You will work with product managers, business analysts, engineers and various other stakeholders to explore and solve customer problems and design challenges using simple and impactful solutions. The team embraces a collaborative culture in which ideas are freely shared, and team members are empowered to experiment, innovate and grow together throughconstructive feedback.

We’d love to learn more about you, so please include a cover letter with your application that shares your motivation, your background, and how anypast experience can help you succeed in this role.

Job title: Junior Product Designer
Location: Liverpool City Centre on a hybrid model
Working hours: 37.5 Hour per week, Monday-Friday, 9am-5:30pm
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 DOE

What you will be doing:

• Design and prototype simple, low friction digital experiences
• Work on all stages of the design process from concept to launch
• Create UI assets and collaborate towards a robust design system that works across brands
• Solve customer problems with a focus on the best experience while balancing business goals
• Conduct user research and user testing to inform design decisions and improve the user experience
• Test multiple designs to iterate to the right solution
• Work autonomously as the sole designer of a squad, having the Product Design team as support on every step

What we are looking for:

• 1+ years experience designing digital products. Experience in Insurtech or regulated industries would be a plus
• A portfolio demonstrating your design process and decision making, including at least one end‑to‑end project
• Demonstrated good understanding of user‑centered design principles
• Ability to present design ideas effectively
• Some knowledge of design systems
• Experience working with Figma
• Strong commitment to doing what is right for the customer and the company
• Eagerness to learn and commitment to continuous improvement

Grow with Acorn

AtAcorn Insurance, we’re proud of our Liverpool roots — and even prouder of how far we’ve come. As part of theAcorn Group, we bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we’ve grown into a national leader, now employing1,700+ people across the UKandreached a milestone £750 millionin total value of insurance policies written in 2024.

We’re growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share:

• 🦏 We run through walls for our customers and each other
• 🐐 We challenge the status quo
• 🐧 We succeed when we help those around us succeed
• 🐆 We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement
• 🌴 35 days’ holiday(including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options
• 🧠 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available
• ☝ Grow with us:Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go!
• 💸 Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform
• 🏡 Hybrid working optionsto support work‑life balance and individual needs

Our Commitment to our colleague’s:

These aren’t just words — they’re the principles we live by. And we’re proud to back them up with real action, earning recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth:

• 🧠 Mindful Employer– championing mental health and wellbeing
• ♿ Disability Confident Level 1 & 2– creating accessible, inclusive opportunities
• 🌸 Menopause Friendly accredited– supporting every stage of life
• 🎖️ Armed Forces Covenant signatory– honouring those who serve
• 🏆 Great Places to Work 2024/25– fostering an engaging and positive workplace culture
• 📈 Best Place to Work for Development– proud to be investing in people’s future
• 👩💼 Best Place to Work for Women– breaking down barriers to women's career progression

A Few Things to Know Before You Apply

We’re really excited that you’re considering joining Acorn! To help everything go smoothly, here are a couple of things to keep in mind:

Checks & Clearances

All roles at Acorn are subject to DBS and financial checks. Any offer we make will be conditional until these are completed to a satisfactory standard.

Visa Requirements

Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who haveat least one year remainingon their Graduate or Post‑Study Work visa. At the moment, we’re not able to offer visa sponsorship.

We’re Here to Support You

We’re committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process—or once you’re part of the team—just let us know. Whether it’s flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we’ll work with you to make sure you can do your best work.