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Form of workLEAP Dev is the “Software House” powering LEAP Legal Software, the leading provider of Legal Practice Productivity Solutions in the world. We’re part of ATI Global – one of the largest international LegalTech companies. For more than 30 years, our curiosity and commitment to continual improvement has kept us reimagining productivity tools for lawyers and their staff to support our guiding purpose, to ‘Help lawyers who help people’. The market leading software we develop and support is used by more than 100,000 lawyers and their staff in small and medium sized law firms.
Working alongside our team of passionate high achievers, you’ll join a fast-growing technology business where things seldom stay the same for long. With more than 1000 smart, caring and ambitious ‘LEAPsters’ working together across Australia, Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Poland and New Zealand, you’ll find yourself in good company here.
About the Role
Our Prototype & Design Team are the proud LEAP ambassadors innovating our software to meet our clients’ evolving needs and ensuring our technology is always helping our clients achieve our brand promise: “Firms using LEAP make more money”.
We are seeking a Product Designer to collaborate closely with our Full Stack Developer and Product team to create tangible prototypes that will serve as the foundation for our development team's projects.
Guided by a deep understanding of user-centred design principles, prototyping tools, and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, you’ll combine stakeholder and customer feedback into the ongoing optimisation, innovation, and evolution of our software. With the support to use your good judgment and set your own goals, you’ll be empowered to make an impact that feels personal and meaningful.
What you’ll do
- Prototype Design: Work closely with a Product Manager to understand project requirements to design prototypes that demonstrate key features and functionalities of our products.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Product Managers, Developers, and other stakeholders, to gather requirements and feedback, and iterate on designs accordingly.
- Understanding of users' needs: Use design plays, such as user journey maps, user stories and personas (working closely with the product team) to develop a deeper understanding of our users’ needs. Ensure the user’s perspective is the driving force behind all design decisions.
- Wireframing and Mockups: Develop wireframes, mockups, and interactive prototypes using design tools such as Figma, to communicate design concepts and user flows effectively.
- Design Documentation: Document design decisions, interactions, and user flows to ensure clear communication with the development team and seamless handoff of prototypes for implementation.
- Stay Abreast of Trends: Keep up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in design and prototyping. Apply knowledge and insights to drive innovation and enhance the quality of our prototypes.
What you’ll bring
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)
- Proven experience as a Product Designer or UX Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing your design skills and ability to create intuitive user interfaces
- Proficiency in design and prototyping tools such as Figma, or similar
- Experience with rapid prototyping techniques and methodologies, including wireframing, mockups, and interactive prototypes
- A basic understanding of front-end development technologies and constraints is a plus
- High impact communication – you can clearly and succinctly convey information and ideas to individuals and groups in a variety of situations. You have the ability to communicate design concepts and rationale to cross-functional teams effectively.
- A willingness to challenge and question stakeholders to understand the problem and propose innovative solutions
- Attention to detail and a passion for creating user-centric designs that solve complex problems
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- o LEAP Dev is an inclusive, people-first company committed to breaking down institutional barriers that keep people from reaching their potential. If you meet some, but not all of the requirements above, we encourage you to still submit your application.
- Friendly, supportive, and driven culture
- Generous Parental Leave benefits
- One additional paid Wellness Day per year
- Complimentary gym membership
- Fully stocked pantry
- Monthly massages
Life at LEAP Dev
LEAP Dev is all about impact, growth and ownership. We’re united by a genuine passion for what we do, enriched by the care we show to our customers and each other and driven by the difference we can make together.
LEAPster culture is about prioritising and celebrating the incredible humans behind our market-leading technology. Think performance-driven remuneration incentives, flexible hybrid work, a world-leading Parenting Policy, regular social events, free gym membership and so much more.
We strongly believe that personal development and career progression are at the heart of a healthy, high-performing culture and we’re committed to empowering LEAPsters with resources, ongoing support and more than 20 defined career pathways to explore. With us, your career will grow as you do, with opportunities to step into new roles, explore new departments and even work abroad.
