UX Design Associate

About IRIS

IRIS Software Group is one of the UK's largest privately held software companies, trusted by 100,000+ businesses, schools and accountancy firms to keep their operations running. Our software pays 1 in 6 UK employees, supports over 12,000 schools, and is relied on by 91 of the top 100 UK accountancy firms.

We're a Great Place to Work® certified employer, recognised for our commitment to well-being, inclusion and development - and we're growing fast.

At IRIS Software Group, we're trusted by thousands of businesses, accountants, educators, and organisations to deliver mission-critical software solutions. As we continue to evolve our Accountancy portfolio, we're looking for a passionate Junior UX Designer to join our growing Product team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone at the start of their UX career who wants to make a real impact while learning from experienced professionals in an established design community.

What you'll do

Working as part of a collaborative product team, you'll help create seamless digital experiences used by accounting professionals across the UK. You'll be involved in:

• Designing user journeys, wireframes, and interactive prototypes

• Supporting user research and usability testing

• Turning customer insights into practical design solutions

• Working closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and QA teams

• Contributing to design systems and accessibility best practices

• Helping improve customer experiences across multiple products

What we're looking for

We're interested in people who are passionate about UX and eager to learn. You'll ideally bring:

Essential

• Understanding of UX design principles and user-centred design

• Familiarity with design tools such as Figma

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• An analytical and problem-solving mindset

• A passion for creating exceptional user experiences

Nice to have

• Experience with user research or usability testing

• Knowledge of accessibility and WCAG guidelines

• Experience working in Agile environments

• Exposure to design systems

• An online portfolio showcasing your work

• An interest in business, finance, or software products

Why join IRIS?

• Work on products used by thousands of customers nationwide

• Learn from experienced UX and Product professionals

• Access mentoring, training, and career development opportunities

• Modern tooling and collaborative ways of working

• Clear career progression through our UX career framework

If you're looking to launch your UX career in a fast-paced SaaS environment where your ideas can make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us create user experiences that delight our customers.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Impact: Your work will influence millions globally.

• Growth: Continuous learning and career development opportunities.

• Belonging: A culture that celebrates diversity and empowers every individual.
  

Ready to Apply?

Click Apply - we’re excited to learn about your unique perspective and experience. If you need adjustments during the process, let us know. We’re committed to making this opportunity accessible to everyone.

What to expect from our hiring process

Our process is designed to be fair, transparent and straightforward. Stages vary depending on the role — more senior positions may involve additional steps, and some areas include role-specific assessments such as a technical test or case study — but typically you can expect:

1. Application review — we assess your experience and potential

2. Initial call — a short conversation to learn about you and share more about the role

3. Skills assessment — tailored to the position, e.g. case study, coding challenge or portfolio review

4. Final interview — meet the team and explore how you'll make an IMPACT at IRIS

We'll always walk you through the specific stages at the start of the process so you can prepare with confidence.

If you need any adjustments or accommodations during the process, let us know, we’re committed to making this experience accessible for everyone.