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Thomson Reuters

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Design
    Product
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You need 2-3 years of design experience, responsive design skills, a strong portfolio, Agile familiarity, and excellent communication. Time management and problem-solving skills are essential.
  • You will create and iterate design artifacts, collaborate with a team, communicate design decisions, and incorporate user research to develop innovative UX solutions.

Requirements

  • 2-3 years design experience creating simple solutions for complex challenges
  • Experience in responsive design
  • Experience with industry leading prototyping tools
  • Strong portfolio of work that illustrates your process, your level of craft and the results you have driven
  • Familiarity with Agile development
  • Confidence in working with strong, passionate, fast-paced team environment
  • Strong time-management, multi-tasking and prioritization skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • BA/BS in graphic design, fine art, visual communications, HCI or related field (or equivalent industry training / experience)
  • Familiarity with: Web standards (W3C and 508) / best practices for interaction design and Accessibility

Responsibilities

  • As a UX Designer, you will:
  • Create and build – Work with team to iterate through journey maps, storyboards, user flows, sketches, wireframes, and other design artifacts to effectively communicate interaction and a dynamic content strategy. Have experience with responsive UI design methodology and processes (user-centered and iterative design). Create prototypes for UX research testing with industry leading tools.
  • Be part of a collaborative team: Work closely with the UX Designers, Content Strategists, and UX Researchers in a collaborative team-oriented environment to create new products, features and functionality. Advocate for the user’s needs while developing features that align to the needs of the user.
  • Be an Effective Communicator: Share ideas, participate in peer-reviews, and exhibit strong listening skills. You justify and articulate design decisions during design reviews. You assist in brainstorming and sketching sessions with product teams. Prepare UX documentation to be used by the development team.
  • Be Curious & Innovative: Continuously seek opportunities for learning and leveraging new technologies and best practices within the field of user experience in order to enhance our practices. Turn user research and usability feedback into easy-to-use solutions.

FAQs

What is the role of the UX Designer at Thomson Reuters?

The UX Designer will work closely with product managers, content strategists, UI designers, developers, and researchers to create elegant customer experiences, focusing on user-centered design in an agile environment.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have 2-3 years of design experience, experience in responsive design, proficiency with industry-leading prototyping tools, a strong portfolio, familiarity with Agile development, and a degree in graphic design or a related field.

What are the primary responsibilities of a UX Designer in this role?

Key responsibilities include creating design artifacts, collaborating with team members, communicating design decisions, continuously seeking learning opportunities, and advocating for user needs while developing features.

What is the expected base compensation range for this role?

The base compensation range for this role is $70,000 - $130,000, depending on individual knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.

Does Thomson Reuters offer benefits for work-life balance?

Yes, Thomson Reuters offers comprehensive benefit plans including flexible vacation, Mental Health Days Off, remote work options, and various wellness resources.

What learning opportunities does Thomson Reuters provide for employees?

Employees have access to LinkedIn Learning, an internal Talent Marketplace, opportunities to work on cross-company projects, and networking events through Ten Thousand Coffees.

Are there opportunities for volunteering within the company?

Yes, employees receive two paid volunteer days annually and have the option to engage in various Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.

Is there a focus on diversity and inclusion at Thomson Reuters?

Yes, Thomson Reuters has a globally recognized reputation for equality, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an inclusive culture for all employees.

What tools are UX Designers expected to use?

UX Designers are expected to use industry-leading prototyping tools and should have experience with responsive UI design methodology.

Are there opportunities for career growth within the company?

Yes, Thomson Reuters supports personal and professional growth through various learning programs, career development opportunities, and a commitment to employee engagement.

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Thomson Reuters

Entertainment & Media
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2008
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Thomson Reuters is the world’s leading provider of news and information-based tools to professionals. Our worldwide network of journalists and specialist editors keep customers up to speed on global developments, with a particular focus on legal, regulatory and tax changes. Our customers operate in complex arenas that move society forward — tax, law, compliance, government, media. In a disruptive digital age, we help professionals reinvent themselves. Thomson Reuters shares are listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (symbol: TRI).