Job Description
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day
Overview of the role
We are seeking a contract UI/UX Designer to join our Automotive division on a 6‑month assignment. This role is key in enhancing digital journeys across brand websites, vehicle configurators, service booking platforms, and more. You will: · Champion usability testing, recommend frameworks, and implement cost-effective UX validation strategies. · Introduce and evaluate AI tools (Figma AI, ChatGPT for UX content, Uizard, etc.), and report on their impact. · Drive design excellence through strong presentation and verbal communication. · Collaborate with product, engineering, marketing, and senior stakeholders to align design with business and customer needs.
What you will do
· Execute and oversee usability testing (moderated, remote, etc.), recommend frameworks (e.g. Nielsen–Norman, Lean UX), and deliver high-quality insights while optimizing resources.
· Research, evaluate, and employ AI tools in the UX design process—prototype generation, UX copy, or workflows—then critically assess their effectiveness.
· Create end-to-end digital experiences for automotive audiences: wireframes, prototypes, visual design, and micro‑interactions.
· Develop and articulate compelling presentations to stakeholders, using user data, journey maps, and design rationale for persuasive storytelling.
· Balance customer needs, business objectives, and technical constraints in your design solutions.
· Build strong relationships with senior management, demonstrating your stakeholder management capabilities.
Skills
Required skills to be successful
· 3–6 years of UI/UX design experience, preferably within automotive, e‑commerce, or B2C platforms.
· Proven track record in usability testing frameworks and applying findings to enhance UX.
· Hands-on experience with AI-powered design tools, and ability to assess their practical benefits.
· Exceptional presentation and verbal communication skills—able to articulate design rationale to diverse stakeholders.
· Strong collaboration skills, including managing expectations and delivering consensus-driven solutions.
· Portfolio demonstrating improvements in user experience, engagement, and conversions.
About the Team
You’ll be part of a dynamic automotive environment, working alongside leading global brands. Our collaborative culture values innovation, professionalism, and mutual respect. This role offers a strong opportunity to shape impactful digital experiences within a major business, supported by structured feedback and guidance from senior stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
What equips you for the role
· Bachelor’s degree in UX Design, HCI, Computer Science, or related field.
· Experience working in agile/cross-functional teams with iterative design and rapid feedback loops.
· Familiarity with design systems and visual consistency across multiple platforms.
· Data-driven mindset: experience using analytics or user testing metrics to inform design decisions.
