UI Designer, Design Language (AVP)

Morgan Stanley; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial firm in Glasgow is seeking a UI Designer (AVP) to refine design language and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Candidates should have 2-5 years of experience and demonstrate a strong portfolio. Proficiency in Figma and a Bachelor's in design are required. The role offers a full-time opportunity with an emphasis on inclusive design and client experience.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience as a UX/UI Designer working in a cross-functional team.
• An outstanding portfolio that demonstrates how you have created experiences that solved business and user needs.
• Excellent skills in Figma.

Responsibilities

• Continue to evolve and refine a design language that resonates with our clients.
• Work closely with the larger Wealth Management UX team to share design best practices.
• Design and deliver responsive/adaptive solutions optimized for web and mobile interfaces.

Skills

Figma

HTML/CSS

Responsive design

Interaction design

Visual design

Active listening

Education

Bachelor’s degree in design or a related field

Master’s degree (a plus)

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the UI Designer, Design Language (AVP) role at Morgan Stanley. Portfolios are required for consideration – please include a Figma link or PDF.

The Morgan Stanley Wealth Management UX team builds digital experiences that help clients manage finances and monitor investments on the Morgan Stanley and E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley platforms. Our growing team of designers and researchers brings an entrepreneurial spirit to a leading global financial firm, employing design thinking methods and user‑centered approaches to solve real business problems.

What You’ll Do In The Role

• Continue to evolve and refine a design language that resonates with our clients
• Partner closely with UX leadership to create design consistency and quality across the platform
• Foster continual design system education throughout the team
• Promote inclusive design; designing for equity and accessibility (ensuring WCAG 2.1 Level AA compliance)
• Form strong partnerships with engineering teams to create frictionless design system implementation
• Implement and maintain processes and tools for the UX/engineering team to utilize our design system
• Review in‑flight designs with Product Designers for holistic application of a design solution
• Contribute to a culture of continual creative improvement and innovation, excellence and accountability
• Understand the underlying needs and motivation of our clients to ensure we achieve business goals and provide value to our clients
• Work closely with our research team to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data and make value‑driven design decisions that translate into clear, simple UIs
• Design and deliver responsive/adaptive solutions optimized for web and mobile interfaces and partner with engineers to translate designs into successful products
• Work closely with the larger Wealth Management UX team to share design best practices, align on patterns, and promote a design‑centric culture at the firm

What You’ll Bring To The Role

• 2‑5 years of experience as a UX/UI Designer working in a cross‑functional team
• An outstanding portfolio that demonstrates how you have created experiences that solved business and user needs
• A bachelor’s degree in design or a related field (master’s is a plus)
• A refined design aesthetic and the confidence to clearly communicate direction and provide timely feedback to keep work on schedule
• Excellent skills in Figma
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS
• Advanced understanding of web components, interaction design, visual design and industry trends
• Fluency in responsive design, mobile/tablet UX/UI
• Ability to establish deep relationships across the entire Design department
• A "self‑starter" who is driven and seeks out opportunities
• An enthusiasm for collaborative, explorative environments and valuing diverse ideas and feedback
• Active listening skills and the ability to contribute in group situations (e.g., brainstorms, audits, critiques, whiteboard sessions)
• Excitement for complex projects with high levels of ambiguity and resilience in the face of obstacles
• A relentless desire to validate assumptions and uncover a problem’s root cause through testing, learning, and iteration
• A commitment to evangelize and promote design thinking within a large organization

What You Can Expect From Morgan Stanley

We are committed to maintaining first‑class service and high standards of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values – putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back – guide our daily decisions. You’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and brightest in an environment that supports and empowers.

Certified Persons Regulatory Requirements

If this role is deemed a certified role, it may require the holder to maintain mandatory regulatory qualifications or meet internal benchmarks.

Flexible Work Statement

Interested in flexible working opportunities? Morgan Stanley empowers employees to have greater freedom through flexible arrangements. Speak to our recruitment team to find out more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our workforce reflects a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to recruiting, developing, and advancing individuals based on their skills and talents.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology