Lead Product Designer - FinTech

At Papel Holdings, we’re not just another Fintech company. We’re on a mission to revolutionize the financial landscape. From innovative banking solutions to cutting-edge digital asset products, we’re transforming how people interact with money.

Careers at Papel suit those who want to have an impact, who are comfortable getting uncomfortable, willing to take risks and win big. We are brave, laser-focused and have high aptitude, with a little playfulness for good measure.  If you’re someone who thrives on high accountability, possesses a start-up spirit, and flair for industry-savvy solutions, you’ll fit right in.

If this resonates with you, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact and be part of something that’s changing how we interact with money and wealth.

Position Objective

We are seeking a visionary and highly skilled Lead Product Designer to join our Product function in Dubai. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for defining and elevating the user experience and visual design across our suite of innovative fintech products. You will lead a talented team of designers, set design strategy, and collaborate closely with product management, engineering, and business stakeholders to deliver intuitive, engaging, and compliant financial solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design Leadership & Strategy:
• Define and champion the overall design vision, strategy, and guidelines for our fintech products, ensuring consistency and excellence across all platforms.
• Translate complex financial concepts and user needs into elegant, simple, and delightful user experiences.
• Drive the evolution of our design system, ensuring scalability, efficiency, and brand consistency.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in design, UX, fintech and digital assets.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship:
• Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of product, UX, and UI designers, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide constructive feedback, guide career development, and ensure high-quality design output from the team.
• Oversee design project allocation, ensuring efficient resource utilization and timely delivery.
• User Experience (UX) & User Interface (UI) Excellence:
• Oversee the end-to-end design process from user research, wireframing, prototyping, user flows, and information architecture to high-fidelity UI designs.
• Champion user-centered design methodologies, conducting and facilitating user research, usability testing, and feedback sessions to validate design decisions.
• Ensure all designs meet accessibility standards and comply with relevant financial regulations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Collaborate closely with Product Managers to understand business requirements, define product roadmaps, and integrate design seamlessly into the development lifecycle.
• Work hand-in-hand with Engineering teams to ensure technical feasibility, smooth implementation, and a high-quality final product.
• Present design concepts, rationale, and user insights to stakeholders at all levels, influencing decision-making and securing buy-in.
• Quality Assurance & Iteration:
• Conduct design reviews and provide critical feedback to ensure design quality, consistency, and adherence to established standards.
• Promote an iterative design process, encouraging continuous refinement based on data, user feedback, and evolving business needs.