Head of UI/UX

Head of UI/UX Overview

Join Creative Assembly as the Head of UI/UX and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of gaming experiences. In this leadership position, you will be responsible for building and guiding the UI/UX department, ensuring a strategic balance between in-house expertise and external collaborations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the recruitment, training, and mentoring of top UI/UX talent, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Define and implement the vision and strategy for UI/UX in alignment with franchise goals and project needs.
• Collaborate with Production to establish UI/UX budgets, timelines, and staffing requirements.
• Manage the long-term UI/UX backlog as part of the Gameplay Platform initiative.
• Drive the establishment of quality standards, design systems, and workflows for UI/UX.
• Utilize player feedback and research to inform UI/UX decisions.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and drive innovation in control schemes and player journey design.
• Work closely with UX Testing & Research to validate player interactions and improve designs based on insights.
• Collaborate with leadership teams to identify challenges and opportunities, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
• Communicate the vision and status of the department to stakeholders effectively.
• Engage in high-level problem-solving and oversee UX research and playtests.
• Manage relationships with external vendors to ensure quality integration of UI/UX work.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in UI/UX or related fields, with a strong leadership background.
• Proven experience in building and leading UI/UX teams, defining structures and best practices.
• Ability to balance creative vision with business and technical constraints.
• Expertise in UI/UX for games, including interaction design and usability heuristics.
• Strong understanding of game control schemes and player psychology.
• Experience in managing outsourcing and working with external partners.
• Methodical and data-informed approach to design.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies like Scrum and Agile.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Experience with game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.

Benefits

• Work from Anywhere for a temporary period each year (restrictions apply).
• Enhanced holiday allowance and flexible core hours.
• Performance-based discretionary bonus scheme.
• Bespoke relocation package for you and your dependents.
• Private medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and free health care screening.
• Additional perks including free games, work parties, and discounts on technology.
• Wellbeing support and virtual confidential counseling.

This role is hybrid, requiring 3 days a week in the studio. Please note that the company does not offer visa sponsorship.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

Visa Sponsorship May be