ExecutivePlacements.com is hiring: UX Designer & Researcher (27137) in Chicago

Join to apply for the UX Designer & Researcher (27137) role at ExecutivePlacements.com Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Description LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants since 1979. We are seeking a UX Designer & Researcher for a long-term, hybrid onsite contract opportunity in the west suburbs of Chicago, IL. Responsibilities Collaborate closely with the existing UX designer and work independently to develop and evolve design systems, component libraries, and visual standards. Create high-quality design deliverables in Figma including user flows, wireframes, prototypes, icons, and layouts that marry colors, typography, and styles into cohesive visual systems. Establish, organize, and restructure the design library to drive brand and UX consistency across digital products. Conduct heuristic evaluations, usability testing, and field analysis to uncover pain points and improvement opportunities. Design and execute user research plans (interviews, surveys, task analysis) to validate and inform UX decisions. Translate research insights into actionable personas, user journeys, and design improvements. Partner with business owners and IT teams to communicate research findings and design rationale, influencing user-centered product decisions. Apply accessibility and inclusive design best practices (WCAG) to ensure experiences meet diverse user needs. Monitor post-launch metrics and feedback to validate design outcomes and identify next-stage enhancements. Contribute to raising overall UX maturity across both member-facing portals and internal applications. Other duties as assigned. Requirements 3+ years of experience in UX/UI design and research, with a strong balance between visual design and user research execution. Strong proficiency in Figma capable of creating design artifacts from concept to polished, production-ready visuals. Demonstrated ability to conduct and interpret qualitative user research, usability studies, and heuristic evaluations. Experience building and maintaining design libraries and visual systems (color palettes, components, typography, and interaction patterns). Solid understanding of accessibility (WCAG) and inclusive design principles. Strong communication and presentation skills able to translate complex research and design concepts into clear, actionable insights for non-UX stakeholders. Proven ability to work independently within a collaborative, lean environment. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with a high attention to detail. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer. Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered. The base range for this contract position is $60.00 - $75.00 per hour, depending on experience. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. #J-18808-Ljbffr