Web Design Lead

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands.

We’re looking to hire a Web Design Lead for our financial services client to help drive the evolution of its corporate website—the cornerstone of its digital strategy. This role focuses on creating high-performing digital experiences that generate leads and engage key audiences. You’ll collaborate closely with product and segment marketing to deliver high-quality, strategically aligned design solutions across corporate websites and campaign landing pages.

This is a temp-to-perm opportunity located in Jersey City, NJ working one day/week in the office and four days remotely.

Pay: $75-$85/hour + benefits, paid weekly!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the visual and UX direction for the corporate website, ensuring consistency and adherence to brand standards
• Create and maintain design systems to support a scalable and cohesive web experience
• Design and build responsive, visually engaging web pages and interactive components
• Use light animation and interactive features to enrich the digital experience
• Collaborate with developers to ensure pixel-perfect implementation of design concepts
• Lead wireframing, information architecture, and user flows to optimize user experience
• Guide junior designers and cross-functional team members on UX/UI best practices
• Conduct user testing and A/B testing to validate design decisions and improve outcomes

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 years of experience in web or digital design, with a portfolio showcasing responsive and visually compelling work
• Portfolio link must be included on the resume; relevant work samples must be attached when submitting
• Strong UX/UI skills and a solid grasp of design principles, including typography, color theory, and layout
• Proficiency with design tools such as Figma and Adobe Creative Suite, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience
• Demonstrated experience working within design systems and component-based design frameworks
• In-depth understanding of responsive design, web accessibility standards (WCAG), and best practices
• Basic front-end development skills including HTML, CSS, and light JavaScript to facilitate collaboration with developers
• Hands-on experience designing light animations or interactive web features using tools such as CSS animations or Ceros
• Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple web projects in a fast-paced, corporate environment
• Strong communication and organizational skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Marketing, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in the financial services industry, particularly in a corporate web design or digital marketing environment

Nice-to-Have (Plus):

• Familiarity with analytics platforms such as Google Analytics, Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, or Hotjar

Perks & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401k Program
• Commuter Benefit
• eLearning
• Education Reimbursement
• Ongoing Training & Development
• *To qualify for our benefits package, you must work over 30 hours per week and the length of assignment must be a minimum of 10 weeks.

To learn more about this Web Design Lead opportunity, apply now. Our recruitment team will be in touch, guide you through the interview process, and advocate on your behalf.

About Onward Search

Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology professionals. We work with our nationwide clients to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
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Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at inclusivehiring@onwardsearch.com.

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Apriora, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive an invitation to interview with Alex, our virtual interviewer, via email at alex@onwardsearch.com.

Alex will guide you through a brief set of questions to help us better understand your background and interests. The virtual interview can be completed on your own time, and your responses will be reviewed by our recruiting team as part of the screening process.

To learn more about the platform, visit Apriora’s website.

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