Who we are
Petplan is the UK’s favourite pet insurer and part of Allianz Insurance plc.
At Petplan, we’re all about pets. Big or small, young or old – we know you want the best for them. The health of animals and the joy they bring to their owners has always been at the heart of what we do. In fact, it is the reason we exist.
Many of our staff are pet owners too so we understand what a worrying time it is if your animal is ill or injured.
We love pets as much as you do
Allianz is a global insurance company serving across 70 different countries, but from the very first day you join our team you’ll know that your contributions are valued. We offer world class learning and career development opportunities, while we celebrate an inclusive culture.
Role Description
We're excited to invite a talented UI Designer to join our family of talented people in the Petplan Sales Optimisation team, where you'll have the opportunity to contribute by developing best-in-class web solutions.
As a UI Designer, you'll play a pivotal role in crafting seamless and engaging online experiences for our customers. You’ll dive deep into understanding user behaviour and design every step of the journey — from initial brainstorming and wireframing to prototyping and user testing. Your passion for user-centred design will help bring our vision to life, driving growth and enhancing customer satisfaction at every touchpoint.
In performing this role, your core duties and responsibilities will include (but will not be limited to):
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Using UI/UX Design methods to understand users’ needs, behaviours, and emotions to gather insights that inform your design.
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Support our digital UX and UI processes by contributing to all stages of product design, from turning insights into low-fidelity designs and prototypes, to creating fully interactive, high-quality, and responsive designs.
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Collaborate closely with team members and product managers to understand user needs and transform them into intuitive, impactful UI designs that drive key business outcomes.
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Support and develop our design system to ensure a balanced brand experience across all platforms while keeping our development team aligned and informed.
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Working closely with developers to ensure designs are accurately translated into functional websites.
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Prepare asset files, including images, icons, and other graphic elements, ready for developers to code.
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Communicate clearly and collaborate with team members to address and solve issues or challenges that arise.
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Carry out tasks with a high attention to detail to ensure that work is completed to a high level of quality.
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Adapt to new situations and embrace technologies quickly and effectively.
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Manage your time efficiently to meet deadlines and prioritise tasks effectively.
About You
To be a success in this role you’ll have:
Essential Skills
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Knowledge of User-Centered Design (UCD) Expertise: Deep understanding of UCD principles and You will be able to demonstrate innovative thinking and creativity in problem-solving.
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You will be able to executes work with meticulous attention to detail.
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You will have the ability to handle a wide range of projects, from ambiguous to well-defined, simple to complex, and leading them from concept to completion.
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You will be confident in working independently and making informed decisions however also a effective team player with strong collaborative skills when required.
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Understanding of web accessibility standards
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A portfolio with examples of UI work is preferable
Desirable Skills
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You will have a passion for pets, and experience or knowledge of the Animal Health industry would be an advantage
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Previous knowledge of design Software Proficiency: Skilled in Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Miro would be desirable.
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UX methodologies desirable.
Closing date for applications is 03rd October 2024
Our Ways of Working
The role will be based at Allianz Ditton Park, Riding Court Road, Datchet SL3 9LL.
Our office with flex model means that you will have the opportunity to work from home as well as the office. As a hybrid worker you will be in the office between 2 and 16 days per month depending on individual and business need. This will be discussed at interview stage
Do you need some flexibility with the hours you work? Let us know as part of your application and if it’s right for our customers, our business and for you, then we’ll do everything we can to make it happen.
Here at Allianz, we are signatories of the ABIs flexible working charter. We believe in supporting hybrid work patterns, which balance the needs of our customers, with your personal circumstances and our business requirements. Our aim with this is to help innovation, creativity, and you to thrive - Your work life balance is important to us.
What We Will Offer You
Recognised and rewarded for a job well done, we have a range of flexible benefits for you to choose from- so you can pick a package that’s perfect for you. We also offer flexible working options, global career opportunities across the wider Allianz Group, and fantastic career development and training. That’s on top of enjoying all the benefits you’d expect from the world’s number one insurance brand, including:
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25 days holiday with flexible buy/sell holiday options
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Annual performance related bonus
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Contributory pension scheme
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Development days
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A discount up to 50% on a range of insurance products including car, home and pet
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Retail discounts
Our Purpose and Values
We secure your future
Be Brave | With Heart | Everyone Counts | Inspiring Trust
Our purpose and values are more than just words on a website - they are the why and how of Allianz. They influence everything we do and guide us how to do it.
Created by our people, for our people, they shape our culture, bring us together, and inspire us to be the best. Building on inclusive culture for us all to succeed.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Allianz, we prioritize diversity and inclusion, demonstrated by our numerous accreditations: EDGE certified for gender inclusion, Women in Finance Charter members, Disability Confident employer, Stonewall Diversity Champion, Business in the Community’s Race at Work Charter signatories, and Armed Forces Covenant gold standard employer.
We embrace neurodiversity and welcome applications from neurodivergent and disabled candidates, offering tailored adjustments to ensure your success.
We encourage our employees to advocate for their needs, whether it’s assistive technology, ergonomic equipment, mentoring, coaching, or flexible work arrangements.
Accessible Application for All
As part of the Disability Confident Scheme, we support candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions through the Offer an Interview Scheme, for those meeting the essential skills for the role.
Contact our Resourcing team to opt into this scheme or for assistance with your application, including larger text, hard copies, or spoken applications.
Hr-recruitment@allianz.co.uk
resourcingteam@allianz.co.uk
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