UX Designer II

About the Role:

Grade Level (for internal use):

The Team:
The Issuer & BigDough Solutions team, part of Data & Research, recognizes that a collaborative and positive work environment is essential to success. The program is founded on principles of mutual respect, empowerment, and adaptability. Accountability and responsibility of each team member are prioritized, with individual success viewed as a pathway to achieving collective goals. Humor, confidence, individuality, and creativity are embraced, understanding that the unique qualities of team members are instrumental in addressing the distinct challenges faced by the team, business, and clients.

The team manages a portfolio of digital products designed to support the Investor Relations community in their core workflows while enabling the efforts of the internal advisory business. Together, over 2,000 global corporations are empowered to effectively engage with the investment community. Additionally, solutions are provided that support sell-side institutions involved in corporate access and event management.

Responsibilities & Impact:
In this role, responsibility includes designing validated, user-centered experiences that align with business goals and client needs. The overall user experience and overall client experience are prioritized, not just the visual interfaces. Close collaboration with product managers, developers, and other stakeholders is essential to create intuitive and engaging experiences. Junior designers are mentored, and guidance is provided through the design process, ensuring that best practices are followed and that designs are validated through user research and testing.

• User Research & Market Analysis: Conduct user research, competitive analysis, and usability testing to understand customer workflows, industry trends, and emerging best practices. Insights should be translated into actionable design improvements.
• Interaction & Visual Design: Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs that enhance usability and engagement. Consistency across the product should be ensured by contributing to the design system and aligning with UX best practices.
• Collaboration & Stakeholder Management: Lead design projects, directing and delegating work for junior team members and building strong partnerships with cross-functional stakeholders to help mature the overall product design.
• Design Validation & Iteration: Test and iterate on design solutions based on user feedback and data-driven insights. Qualitative and quantitative methods should be used to refine workflows and improve product usability.
• Communication: Present work across various job functions, integrating design frameworks, data, and research insights to articulate a user-centered point of view that influences strategic decision-making and direction at senior levels.

Compensation/Benefits Information: (This section is only applicable to US candidates)
S&P Global states that the anticipated base salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000. Final base salary for this role will be based on geographic location, as well as experience level, skill set, training, licenses, and certifications.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan. This role is not eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus or sales commission plan.

This role is eligible to receive additional S&P Global benefits. For more information on the benefits provided to employees, please click here.

What’s in it for Employees:
Collaboration with an international team is a key aspect.
Team culture prides itself on inclusivity and empowerment, ensuring everyone feels seen and heard at work.
Opportunities for exposure to senior leadership and mentors are available to help identify and nurture unique skills and talent.
S&P Global boasts a global footprint of over 30K+ colleagues, creating incredible opportunities for future growth within and outside of the team.

What We're Looking For:
Basic Required Qualifications:

• 3-5 years of experience in UX design, with a strong portfolio showcasing design work and process. FinTech knowledge/experience is preferred.
• Experience designing complex workflows for financial applications.
• Experience utilizing various user research methods (e.g., interviews, surveys, usability testing) and translating insights from research to designs.
• Strong critical and design thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design rationale effectively.
• Leadership skills to manage junior designers, stakeholders, and multiple work streams simultaneously.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and identify/prioritize problems based on project needs and timelines.
• Understanding of design systems and component-based design.
• Proficiency in Figma, Miro, Pendo, and similar design tools.
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and front-end frameworks is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach to design decisions.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile development environment.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in UX Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.

About S&P Global Market Intelligence

At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.

For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence.

What’s In It For You?

Our Purpose:

Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.

Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.

Our People:

We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.

From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.

Our Values:
 

Integrity, Discovery, Partnership

At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.

Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

Global Hiring and Opportunity at S&P Global:

At S&P Global, we are committed to fostering a connected and engaged workplace where all individuals have access to opportunities based on their skills, experience, and contributions. Our hiring practices emphasize fairness, transparency, and merit, ensuring that we attract and retain top talent. By valuing different perspectives and promoting a culture of respect and collaboration, we drive innovation and power global markets.

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