Intro
Ready for a new challenge in the UX world?
Our clients are the leading brands in Europe, and they’re looking for a variety of digital talent for their teams. We’ll help you reach the next level with a job perfectly suited for your unique skills and aspirations.
About Ariad
We’re the digital consultancy & staffing firm that leading A-brands in Europe, like Samsung, Carrefour, ING, Orange and MediaMarkt, count on to make digital transitions happen.
We bring together Europe’s finest talent and develop successful teams that create digital customer experiences that people want, love and talk about.
Freelance UX/UI Designer (Part-Time, 3 Days/Week, 3 Months with possible extension)
Start Date: September
Location: Brussels - Remote-friendly (office presence not required for part-time roles, if you can come 1x week it is a big plus)
Language: English Native or near Native and understanding of dutch & French is a Big plus.
About the Role
We are looking for a senior freelance UX/UI Designer to accelerate digital initiatives over a 3-month engagement. You’ll bring strong expertise in UX/UI design, design system creation, and user journey mapping to help structure processes, improve user experiences.
The ideal candidate is autonomous, pragmatic, and hands-on, capable of delivering impact with minimal supervision. You will collaborate closely with the UX lead and the other team in Europe.
Key Responsibilities
* Kickstart the creation of a Design System to ensure scalability and consistency (moving from Adobe-only workflows towards Figma-based practices).
* Define and implement basic design processes and tools suitable for long-term adoption.
* Translate insights from an ongoing "top task" website analysis into clear user journeys and actionable improvements.
* Establish user-centered design practices to address current challenges, including underperforming digital products and low engagement rates.
* Work autonomously while keeping stakeholders aligned through concise communication and deliverables.
Required Skills & Experience
* 5+ years of experience in UX/UI design with proven expertise in design system creation.
* Strong background in customer journey mapping, information architecture, and usability testing.
* Ability to work independently in low digital maturity environments and introduce scalable design practices.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in English.
* Solid experience with Figma and ability to transition from legacy tools (Adobe Creative Suite).
* Demonstrated experience delivering within tight timelines and complex organizational setups.
Tools & Methods You’ll Use
* Figma (design systems, prototyping, collaboration)
* Adobe Creative Suite (legacy handover & integration)
* Miro / FigJam (workshops, journey mapping, ideation)
* Hotjar / Google Analytics (user insights, behavioral analysis)
* Optimal Workshop (information architecture, tree testing, card sorting)
* UserTesting for remote testing
* Jira / Confluence for collaboration with product and dev teams
What We Offer
* Competitive freelance rate.
* Opportunity to make a direct impact by shaping design foundations and processes.
* Autonomy and trust: you’ll lead your domain with minimal supervision.
* A collaborative environment that values Belgian-based expertise for speed, alignment, and quality over offshore alternatives.
Next Steps
We are shortlisting candidates for interviews next week. If you’re an experienced freelance UX/UI Designer with a passion for building design systems and improving digital customer experiences, we’d love to hear from you.