User Experience Designer

2 days ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Resolve Recruit Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Description
  • month contract with a leading Commonwealth Government agency
  • Hybrid working arrangements in Canberra
  • Lead modernisation and refresh work for cloud-based storage and backup solutions

Are you a user-centred design professional ready to drive meaningful digital transformation in government service delivery?

Resolve Recruit is partnering with a leading Commonwealth Government agency to find an exceptional User Experience Designer. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to large-scale digital modernisation initiatives, creating accessible and intuitive interfaces that align with the Australian Government's Digital Service Standard. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to design solutions that balance user needs with government policy requirements, whilst championing accessibility and inclusive design practices.

As a User Experience Designer, you will lead the design of user-centred interfaces for government systems and platforms. You'll conduct comprehensive user research, develop wireframes and prototypes and ensure all designs meet WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards. Working closely with developers, delivery managers and stakeholders, you'll advocate for design excellence whilst maintaining compliance with government design frameworks. This position provides the chance to improve how citizens interact with essential government services through thoughtful, evidence-based design.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with stakeholders to design user-centred interfaces for government systems.  
  • Create wireframes, prototypes and high-fidelity designs.
  • Develop user journeys, personas and experience maps.

Ensure all UI/UX designs comply with the Australian Government's Digital Service Standard.

  • Work with developers to ensure seamless implementation of designs.
  • Advocate for user-centred design principles.

Key Experience and Skills:

  • Proven UI/UX design expertise with a strong portfolio demonstrating user-centred design outcomes in complex environments.
  • In-depth knowledge of accessibility standards and best practices.  
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills.
  • Technical proficiency with industry-standard design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Axure RP and other recognised platforms.
  • Understanding of government policy frameworks and design standards.  

If you're ready to bring your expertise as a User Experience Designer to a world-class government organisation supporting critical global operations, we'd love to hear from you Apply by Friday, 21 November 2025. Applications received after the deadline may still be considered for future opportunities.

For further information or to discuss this opportunity, please email Saffat Hossain at -, quoting job ID: 35680.

Why Choose Resolve?

  • Expert recruitment consultants committed to advancing your career.
  • A transparent and fair fee structure, offering you peace of mind and trust at every step.
  • Flexible contracting models to suit your specific needs.
  • Complimentary payroll management and tax compliance services, supported by our expertise as a Chartered Accounting firm and Registered Tax Agents.
  • Exclusive access to membership privileges at collaborative co-working spaces, fostering networking and innovation.
  • A variety of pay cycle options designed for financial convenience and flexibility.
  • Access to corporate benefits programs, enhancing both your professional and personal life.

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