Lead Product Designer

Odin helps people to raise and deploy capital seamlesslyWe envision a world where people can vote with their money on what the future looks like, and participate in creating it.Our first product makes it radically easier for anyone, anywhere, to launch & run a private markets investment firm - think "Shopify for VC / PE".We handle all the "plumbing" and paperwork through one seamless platform - everything from setting up the legal structure for an investment vehicle through to processing exits.We're already trusted by over 10,000 VCs, angels and founders, and we're one of the fastest-growing fintechs in the UK, tripling income YoY. We've raised $5m in seed funding from top angels, family offices and VCs to support our own growth, and we are just getting started.ResponsibilitiesReporting to Paddy, one of the Founders you'll:Lead the product design function: Take ownership of the entire design process, from concept to execution, ensuring cohesive design across all product development stages. You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, engineers, legal, and marketing, to ensure alignment and seamless execution. Work closely with and influence senior stakeholders, always advocating for velocity and impact.Develop service-driven, user-centric experiences: Approach design from a systems thinking perspective, focusing on the entire customer journey—on and off-screen—and optimising both functionality and high engagement.Shape and influence long-term design strategy: Play a key role in product vision and design strategy, ensuring that all design decisions align with broader business goals. Steer the product roadmap by breaking down large features into manageable iterations, balancing delivery speed with design quality and balancing customer needs with business value.Use data-driven insights and user research: Regularly interact with our customers and develop a deep empathy for them. Leverage user feedback, metrics, and usability testing to continuously improve and iterate on design decisions. Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies and our competitors.Own and scale Odin's design system: Ensure design consistency across the product, scaling the system as the company grows and embedding it within the real product, not just in Figma.Your ExperienceMust-HavePassion for design : Deep passion for Product and UX/UI Design, committed to creating impactful user experiences that are well crafted and make you proud.5+ years of design experience : Proven record as a Senior Designer or higher, leading UX/UI projects, particularly in 0>1 or early-stage product development.Versatile design background : Experience across diverse environments (agencies, startups, or multiple companies), bringing adaptability and a broad design perspective.Leadership experience : Managed the full design lifecycle, from ideation to launch, with a track record of leading teams and aligning cross-functional stakeholders. Strong communication skills to advocate for your designs throughout the process.Responsive desktop design : Hands-on experience designing for complex responsive web applications like dashboards and internal tools.Proficient prototyping and research skills : Skilled in customer discovery and hypothesis validation. Portfolio showcasing at least one B2B software use case with strong skills in rapid prototyping, usability testing, and iteration based on real-world feedback. Proficient in Figma.Strategic and data-driven mindset : Strategic partner, not just a doer. Proven ability to balance innovation, user needs, business goals, and technical feasibility, using data-driven experimentation to drive impact.Numerical literacy and attention to detail: Strong understanding of numbers, particularly in the context of financial products. Able to ensure data accuracy in designs (e.g., pricing, figures in prototypes), with the ability to spot errors that could undermine user trust or product credibility.Nice-to-HaveIndustry knowledge : Familiarity with fintech, or financial products, applying expertise to deliver impactful designs. Or experience with B2B design work.Data visualisation : Expertise in designing clear, actionable data visualisations that meet user needs.SaaS/enterprise systems experience : Experience integrating intricate workflows in legacy systems into seamless online self-service tools.AI or workflow automation : Experience with AI product design, ideally using Generative AI, for workflow optimisation and AI-powered interfaces.SalaryThe salary band for this role is £80,000 - £105,000 + equity options.While this range may seem wide, it reflects that we'll consider where your experience falls within our framework.The Hiring ProcessInterview with Imani, our Head of People & Talent – In this session, you'll unpack the role and learn more about us, while she ensures you're the right fit for the position mins).Interview with Mary, our Co-CEO & Co-Founder – During this initial interview, we'll touch on topics like culture, values, and your experience to see if there's alignment on both sides (60 mins).Case Study session with Mary & Our External Design Consultant – In this session, we'll focus on your visual craft, data-driven impact, and design execution (60 mins). You'll have the option to present live, or submit a recorded walkthrough within 5 days.Live Task with the team – This session will focus on your approach to design processes, product thinking, and problem-solving. (90 mins)Final Interviews with Mary & Paddy, our Founders – At this stage, we're genuinely excited and believe you should spend some time with the founders, learning more about each other and our values. This will be in person. If you're based in Europe, we'll fly you into London for the day (4 hrs).Remote Trial Day (Paid) – We'd like to make an offer, but want to ensure that you experience working with us in a real-world setting and get a feel for our team dynamics and processes. This trial allows both sides to see if the fit is right before making a long-term commitment, ensuring mutual success.Our process typically runs over two weeks. We share detailed feedback within 24 hours of each interview stage and aim to line up next steps quickly so momentum isn't lost.Working at Odin We encourage a balanced way of working. We're a fast-growing startup building something very ambitious, and we expect you to work hard, and relish this challenge. However, we also offer flexibility, and we support your life outside of work so you can bring your best to the table.Our benefits include:Remote-Friendly : Work from anywhere day-to-day. If you're London-based we intentionally come together in our office every Wednesday for our core collaboration day. You can also work internationally for up to 6 weeks per yearFlexible Working : Work remotely with flexible hours between 7 AM and 10 PMHealth : Private health insurance (Vitality), paid sick leave (including support for pregnancy loss and fertility treatments), and free access to Spill for mental health supportWellness : £1,000 annual budget for health and wellness therapy, or fitnessParental Leave : Enhanced maternity, adoption, paternity, and partner leaveHome Office Support : £900 budget for setup + local co-working space optionsPension : 4% employer contribution, with salary sacrifice options and NI savings reinvested into your pensionTime Off : 25 days of annual leave, 2 wellness days, and flexible bank holidays (33 days total)Birthday Leave: An extra day off to celebrate your birthdayAccessibility AdjustmentsWe're committed to removing invisible barriers. If there are any adjustments we can make to better support you, please let us know when you apply.