Aquent is proud to partner with a leading organization in the financial services sector that is revolutionizing digital experiences. This industry leader is committed to putting strategy, research, design principles, and technical innovation at the forefront of everything they do, aiming to set recent benchmarks for exceptional digital products and services.

Are you an exceptional designer ready to make a significant impact on digital products used by millions? We are seeking a talented and passionate individual to join a dynamic team, shaping the future of user experiences. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in transforming complex ideas into intuitive, engaging, and visually stunning digital solutions, directly influencing how users interact with critical financial services.

Your expertise will not only delight users but also drive strategic innovation within a forward-thinking organization.

As a key member of an agile team, you will be at the heart of shaping the experiences across a diverse range of digital products. You’ll collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members and stakeholders, navigating an iterative process to analyze, design, and articulate your design vision. This role is perfect for a natural problem-solver, communicator, and facilitator who thrives on being involved in every step, from initial idea generation to successful implementation.

Key Responsibilities

- Understand user interface patterns and behaviors to enhance user comprehension and improve task performance.
- Utilize visualizations and interactions to support analytic thinking, especially with large data sets.
- Facilitate design critiques, evaluate interactions for inclusivity, and provide expert advice to cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
- Lead ideation sessions and collaborative work activities to foster innovation.
- Act as the subject-matter expert for interaction design within the product design team.
- Apply a comprehensive understanding of interaction design theory, visual design theory, research data, and best practices to inform design decisions.
- Create complex low-fidelity sketches,



wireframes, and prototypes to explore, communicate, and validate ideas.
- Develop complex prototypes to provide detailed delivery specifications for development teams.
- Present interaction design work and rationale to senior stakeholders.
- Facilitate usability testing to gather critical user feedback.
- Participate in or initiate various research activities to deepen user understanding.
- Research interaction design strategies within the financial services sector and conduct competitive audits relevant to specific design or business goals.
- Perform pattern, micro-interaction, and component design audits as needed.

What’s In It For You You’ll thrive in a culture where designers feel included, valued, and heard, surrounded by supportive peers who excel in their areas of expertise. This is an opportunity to work on solutions that impact millions of people, contributing to a company that genuinely values customer experience and maintains its status as a Global Digital leader. Join a team that is constantly pushing the boundaries of digital product design, dedicated to improving the lives of the people and communities it serves. Qualifications Must-have

- BA/BS degree in Design (e.g., interaction, graphic, visual communications, product, industrial), Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science (CS), or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- A compelling portfolio that includes application design samples.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in designing usable interfaces across multiple channels and platforms.
- Experience in an applied research setting, including integrating user research into product designs and design practices.
- Demonstrated ability to articulate design strategy,



rationale, and logic, clearly describing benefits and highlighting risks associated with design decisions.
- Demonstrated expertise with leading design, prototyping, and research tools such as Figma, Mural, and UserTesting.com.

Nice-to-have

- MA/MS degree or certification in Design (e.g., interaction, graphic, visual communications, product, industrial), Human Computer Interaction (HCI), Computer Science (CS), or a related field.
- Strong understanding of the strengths and shortcomings of different research methods, including when and how to apply them during each product phase.
- An appreciation for the potential of ‘design thinking’.
- Experience working within a large organization and within an agile environment.

About Aquent Talent Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

Client Description Are you ready to join a distinguished financial institution that is committed to empowering clients and communities? Our client is a leading provider of banking and financial services, renowned for its customer-centric approach and innovative solutions. With a rich history of success and a strong focus on diversity and inclusion, our client is dedicated to building a better future for all. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact and drive meaningful change.

📌 Interaction/Visual Designer - Advanced (Montreal)
🏢 Aquent
📍 Montreal