UX/UI Designer
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
UX/UI Designer (1-Year Contract | Financial Services)
Location: Toronto (Hybrid – approx. 8 days/month onsite or as approved by the client)
Duration: 1 Year Contract, Strong Likelihood to Convert to Full-Time
About the Role
Our client, a highly reputable leader in the financial services industry, is seeking a UX/UI Designer to join their growing design team. This new role has been created due to an increase in project volume and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to multiple digital properties, delivering seamless, accessible, and engaging experiences.
The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing and unifying the user experience across several major platforms – including our client’s AEM environment, the main corporate website, internal onboarding tools for advisors, and all line-of-business (LOB) sites.
You’ll join a collaborative, cross-functional team working in a fast-paced environment that values precision, clean design, and strong UX thinking. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a highly respected brand and a team that encourages innovation, growth, and long-term career potential.
What You’ll Do
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Design and deliver end-to-end UX/UI solutions across multiple digital platforms.
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Translate business goals and user needs into intuitive, accessible, and engaging digital experiences.
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Work within and across multiple design systems.
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Create wireframes, user journeys, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that clearly communicate the design process and rationale.
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Collaborate with content, marketing, and development teams to implement designs effectively.
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Support front-end implementation by assisting with basic HTML/CSS coding for campaigns, contests, and website updates (no Java required).
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Ensure all digital deliverables meet AODA accessibility standards and reflect best practices in inclusive design.
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Manage multiple deliverables and priorities in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
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Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams across multiple time zones.
What You Bring
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5–8+ years of experience as a UX/UI Designer working across complex, multi-site digital ecosystems.
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Proven ability to balance UX thinking with clean, modern visual design.
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Strong understanding of design systems and experience applying them across multiple platforms.
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Proficiency with design and prototyping tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, or similar.
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Working knowledge of AEM (Adobe Experience Manager) is a strong asset.
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Experience collaborating closely with developers; comfortable assisting with HTML/CSS as needed.
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Demonstrated understanding of accessibility standards and inclusive design practices.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional and international teams.
Ready to apply?
If you’re a multi-faceted UX/UI Designer who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to contribute to meaningful digital transformation within a leading financial organization, we’d love to hear from you.