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Junior Product Designer

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Accenture

13d ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Placement Program
  • Design
    Product
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need a background in digital design, experience with design systems, Figma proficiency, knowledge of accessibility, and a growth mindset. Strong attention to detail and collaboration skills are essential.
  • You will design user-centered digital products, create components in Figma, collaborate with teams, iterate based on feedback, and support brand-led experiences while maintaining design systems.

Requirements

  • A foundation in Product / UI / Digital Design (through work experience, placements, or internships)
  • Some experience creating or contributing to design systems or component libraries
  • Familiarity with atomic design principles and how components scale across products
  • Working knowledge of Figma, including components and auto‑layout
  • An interest in how design translates into real digital products
  • A strong desire to learn, collaborate and develop your craft
  • 2–3 years of relevant experience, including 1–2 years in digital product design
  • Exposure to the full design process: planning, research, concepting, UX and UI
  • Experience working within brand‑led digital projects is a plus
  • A strong appreciation for brand, typography, colour and layout
  • Proficiency in Figma and Adobe CC
  • Ability to create clear, well‑considered design artefacts such as:
  • Sketches and concepts
  • Wireframes and user flows
  • Screen designs and basic prototypes
  • Growing confidence in visual polish and attention to detail
  • Experience contributing to design systems, with an interest in how they’re built and maintained
  • An understanding of accessibility guidelines and inclusive design principles
  • Awareness of AI and emerging technology, and curiosity about how they can support better design outcomes
  • A proactive, growth‑oriented mindset — eager to learn, improve and try new approaches
  • Comfortable receiving feedback and using it to iterate and strengthen your work
  • Willingness to ask questions, explore ideas and think beyond the obvious
  • A strong sense of care and pride in the quality of your output

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the design of user‑centred digital products across web and app experiences
  • Contributing to design systems using an atomic design approach
  • Creating and maintaining components within Figma, with guidance from more senior designers
  • Applying and understanding:
  • Design tokens
  • Theming and modes (e.g. light/dark, brand variations)
  • Auto‑layout, variants, slots and responsive behaviour
  • Working with developers to understand how design systems are implemented in code
  • Applying brand guidelines while designing within shared component libraries
  • Iterating designs based on feedback from designers, stakeholders and user insight
  • Support the design of brand‑led digital products and experiences
  • Contribute to UX and UI design tasks across projects, with guidance from more senior designers
  • Help design interfaces that feel like natural extensions of the brand, balancing creativity with usability
  • Assist in improving existing products through thoughtful iteration and creative problem‑solving
  • Create and maintain design artefacts, including sketches, wireframes, user flows, screen designs and prototypes
  • Collaborate with designers, developers and researchers to deliver integrated solutions
  • Contribute to design systems, learning how to apply and evolve them consistently
  • Present your work and thinking clearly in team settings, explaining:
  • What you designed
  • Why decisions were made
  • How feedback informed iteration
  • Support pitch work and client sessions by contributing design ideas and artefacts

FAQs

What is the role of a Junior Product Designer at Accenture Song?

The Junior Product Designer will support the creation of brand-led digital experiences, contribute to design systems, and work alongside various team members to deliver scalable digital products.

What experience is required for the Junior Product Designer position?

The position requires 2–3 years of relevant experience, including 1–2 years in digital product design, along with a foundation in Product/UI/Digital Design.

What tools and software should I be familiar with for this position?

Candidates should have proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud, and a working knowledge of creating and maintaining components within Figma.

Will I be working alone or collaboratively?

The role involves collaboration with Product Designers, Strategists, Service Designers, Content Designers, and Developers, emphasizing teamwork and shared learning.

What kind of design processes will I be exposed to?

You will gain exposure to the full design process, including planning, research, concepting, UX, and UI design tasks across projects.

Is there a focus on inclusivity and diversity in the hiring process?

Yes, Accenture Song is committed to creating an inclusive work environment and seeks to build a team that represents the diversity of society.

Is there potential for growth within the company for this role?

Yes, the position is designed for personal and professional growth, encouraging learning from others and gradually taking on more responsibility.

How should I prepare my application?

To apply, include a cover letter with five bullet points on why you would be a great addition to the team, along with your CV and a portfolio of work.

Are there any background checks required for this position?

Yes, some clients require background checks, and candidates will need to complete a Baseline Personal Security Standard (BPSS) as part of the hiring process.

What mindset and personal qualities are preferred for this position?

A proactive, growth-oriented mindset is preferred, along with a willingness to learn, iterate based on feedback, and take pride in the quality of your work.

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Mission & Purpose

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security. Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations Services, and Accenture Song—all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners, and communities.

Culture & Values

  • Client Value Creation

    Enabling clients to become high-performance businesses and creating long-term relationships by being responsive and relevant and by consistently delivering value.

  • One Global Network

    Leveraging the power of global insight, relationships, collaboration and learning to deliver exceptional service to clients wherever they do business

  • Respect for the Individual

    Valuing diversity and unique contributions, fostering a trusting, open and inclusive environment and treating each person in a manner that reflects Accenture’s values.

  • Best People

    Attracting, developing and retaining the best talent for our business, challenging our people, demonstrating a “can-do” attitude and fostering a collaborative and mutually supportive environment.

  • Integrity

    Being ethically unyielding and honest and inspiring trust by saying what we mean, matching our behaviors to our words and taking responsibility for our actions.

  • Stewardship

    Fulfilling our obligation of building a better, stronger and more durable company for future generations, protecting the Accenture brand, meeting our commitments to stakeholders, acting with an owner mentality, developing our people and helping improve communities and the global environment.

Benefits

  • Medical coverage

    Employees have a choice of national plans (PPO, EPO, HDHP) covering a wide range of medical services and prescription drugs.

  • Parental leave

    16 weeks paid maternity leave for birth parents. 8 weeks paid time off for other parents

  • Flexible work arrangements

    Flexible work arrangements help employees achieve work/life balance while also meeting Accenture’s business needs.

  • Paid time off

    PTO encompasses traditional vacation time along with paid sick leave; days vary based on level and tenure from 17 to 27 per year.

  • Holidays

    We provide 8 paid standard holidays and 2 culture days (for any days you choose), in addition to the PTO program.

  • Life Insurance

    Accenture provides you with a basic level of coverage and you can purchase more coverage for yourself and your family.