GUARDIAN NEWS AND MEDIA
Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture. We are looking for a Senior UX Designer to join our Puzzles team, which is part of the newly formed Premium Propositions Product Group on a 12 month fixed term contract. You will lead the design of a world-class, cross-platform puzzles experience that drives daily engagement, subscription growth, and ad revenue. From a quick to cryptic crossword on your morning commute, to our Film Reveal puzzle (think Pointless meets cinema testing trivia), Guardian puzzles look to elevate our readers' downtime. This is a hybrid strategic-practitioner role: you will define the UX vision for the Puzzles proposition while being hands-on in crafting intuitive, engaging, and visually compelling experiences across web and mobile. Your work will transform The Guardian's puzzles offering from a "nice-to-have" add-on into a premium destination for our supporters. You will collaborate closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and Researchers, shaping experiences that are not only delightful and accessible but also commercially impactful. About the Role Lead the UX design for the Puzzles proposition, from discovery and ideation to polished delivery, including engaging user journeys, wireframes, prototypes, and interfaces that encourage daily play, subscription conversion, and retention. Rapidly prototype new puzzle formats, gamification features, and subscription-focused interactions. Champion a test-and-learn approach to validate hypotheses and optimise user engagement, collaborating with researchers to conduct qualitative and quantitative user research, Act as the UX voice in the Puzzles squad, communicating design rationale clearly to Product, Engineering, and Commercial stakeholders, working closely with engineers to ensure designs are implemented accurately and efficiently across web and app platforms. Leverage the Guardian design system to deliver consistent, scalable, and high-quality experiences, contributing components, patterns, and best practices. Define the long-term UX vision for the Puzzles proposition, balancing user delight, business goals, and technical feasibility. Identify opportunities for gamification, cross-platform parity, and subscription-focused enhancements. About You Proven experience designing digital products in cross-functional teams, ideally in subscription, gaming, or content-rich environments. Strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end UX design for web and mobile, including gamified experiences. Experience working with design systems and component libraries. Deep understanding of interaction design, usability, accessibility, information architecture, and user behaviour. Comfortable balancing business objectives, technical constraints, and user needs. Experience mentoring designers and contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture. Experience with casual or mobile gaming, gamification, or puzzles. We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media. We operate in a hybrid environment working 2 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 3 days a week remotely. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements. How to Apply To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for. We'd also love to see some previous work examples or links to your portfolio. We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. The closing date for applications is Thursday 26th February 2026. All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Anna Vipers on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application. Benefits at the Guardian You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays). Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Culture and Wellbeing We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status. We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme. Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Learning and Development We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships. The Product & Engineering team offers '10% time' - dedicated time for personal development, separate from time spent contributing to your team's delivery.
Join our team at the Guardian and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, and holds power to account. Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. We offer a challenging and exciting environment for career development, with a focus on training, growth and fostering an inclusive culture. We are looking for a Senior UX Designer to join our Puzzles team, which is part of the newly formed Premium Propositions Product Group on a 12 month fixed term contract. You will lead the design of a world-class, cross-platform puzzles experience that drives daily engagement, subscription growth, and ad revenue. From a quick to cryptic crossword on your morning commute, to our Film Reveal puzzle (think Pointless meets cinema testing trivia), Guardian puzzles look to elevate our readers' downtime. This is a hybrid strategic-practitioner role: you will define the UX vision for the Puzzles proposition while being hands-on in crafting intuitive, engaging, and visually compelling experiences across web and mobile. Your work will transform The Guardian's puzzles offering from a "nice-to-have" add-on into a premium destination for our supporters. You will collaborate closely with Product Managers, Engineers, and Researchers, shaping experiences that are not only delightful and accessible but also commercially impactful. About the Role Lead the UX design for the Puzzles proposition, from discovery and ideation to polished delivery, including engaging user journeys, wireframes, prototypes, and interfaces that encourage daily play, subscription conversion, and retention. Rapidly prototype new puzzle formats, gamification features, and subscription-focused interactions. Champion a test-and-learn approach to validate hypotheses and optimise user engagement, collaborating with researchers to conduct qualitative and quantitative user research, Act as the UX voice in the Puzzles squad, communicating design rationale clearly to Product, Engineering, and Commercial stakeholders, working closely with engineers to ensure designs are implemented accurately and efficiently across web and app platforms. Leverage the Guardian design system to deliver consistent, scalable, and high-quality experiences, contributing components, patterns, and best practices. Define the long-term UX vision for the Puzzles proposition, balancing user delight, business goals, and technical feasibility. Identify opportunities for gamification, cross-platform parity, and subscription-focused enhancements. About You Proven experience designing digital products in cross-functional teams, ideally in subscription, gaming, or content-rich environments. Strong portfolio showcasing end-to-end UX design for web and mobile, including gamified experiences. Experience working with design systems and component libraries. Deep understanding of interaction design, usability, accessibility, information architecture, and user behaviour. Comfortable balancing business objectives, technical constraints, and user needs. Experience mentoring designers and contributing to a positive, collaborative team culture. Experience with casual or mobile gaming, gamification, or puzzles. We actively encourage applications from groups traditionally underrepresented in the UK media. We operate in a hybrid environment working 2 days a week from our offices in Kings Cross and 3 days a week remotely. We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. We actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. Many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements. How to Apply To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you'd love to take on this role, and why you're a great match for what we're looking for. We'd also love to see some previous work examples or links to your portfolio. We appreciate the time taken to prepare each application we receive. We do not use AI-assisted technology to review applications; every application is reviewed by a member of our recruitment team. The closing date for applications is Thursday 26th February 2026. All roles at the Guardian are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your recruitment process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to help your application, this includes providing documents in accessible formats or personalising the process to better support your needs. Please contact Anna Vipers on to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application. Benefits at the Guardian You'll have 30 days of annual leave per year (plus bank holidays). Our pension scheme is generous; if you contribute 5% then we will contribute 8-12% (depending on your age). We believe in giving back, which is why employees are given 2 volunteering days annually and the option of payroll giving. Season ticket loans are also available. You are entitled to life cover, income protection, and eye tests. You can also opt in to dental insurance. We have enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave policies in place. We also support our employees by offering an IVF, menopause, baby loss, and trans equality policy. Culture and Wellbeing We want everyone to feel like they belong at the Guardian and we champion diversity of thought. Our various employee forums provide a platform to use their voice to foster an inclusive workplace. We became the first major media organisation to achieve B Corp status. We offer tools to help you prioritise your wellbeing including access to our employee benefits platform which provides tailored support for health and wellbeing. In addition, we also offer free yoga and pilates classes. These run alongside our corporate gym membership and cycle to work scheme. Our canteen has views overlooking the Regents Canal and caters for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Learning and Development We encourage personal and professional growth. Employees have access to a broad range of tools and solutions, and we are happy to support the pursuit of professional qualifications through vocational courses and apprenticeships. The Product & Engineering team offers '10% time' - dedicated time for personal development, separate from time spent contributing to your team's delivery.
Elsevier
. About the Business A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the adaptation, development and evaluation of AI-enhanced learning experiences within ClinicalKey Student for the medical education market. This role will focus on creating solutions that improve how students and faculty access, personalize, and apply trusted medical knowledge. You will take a globally developed product and adapt it for market fit. Leading the end-to-end process -from defining customer needs and testing AI capabilities, to launching and evaluating success across pilot institutions Key Responsibilities Product Delivery and Development Oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept through delivery and optimization. Write clear, actionable requirements and collaborate closely with design and engineering teams. Apply agile principles to deliver high-quality, user-centered products. Address complex challenges with creative and practical solutions. AI and Data-Driven Decision-Making Lead the integration of AI solutions to improve product functionality, automation, and decision-making. Act as a key advocate for AI adoption across the product lifecycle-evaluating opportunities where AI can create differentiation or efficiency. Use AI-powered analytics tools to generate insights that influence product direction. Customer Focus Build a strong understanding of customer needs, behaviours, and emerging trends. Engage directly with customers to identify opportunities and inform product strategy. Guide the UX, Marketing, Commercial and Sales teams to design solutions that enhance customer experience and deliver measurable value. Stay informed about competitors, market shifts, and regulatory changes. Data-Driven Decision-Making Use data and metrics to guide priorities and measure success. Balance qualitative and quantitative insights when data is incomplete. Define KPIs, dashboards, and success metrics for key product initiatives. Go-to-Market and Product Launch Partner with marketing, sales, and customer teams to design and execute launch plans. Support business planning and identify opportunities for growth or product improvement. Manage product lifecycle activities, including launches, updates, and retirements. Strategy and Commercial Insight Shape and communicate a clear product vision and roadmap aligned with business goals. Use data and market insights to guide investment decisions and demonstrate ROI. Support business case development and contribute to strategic planning. Technical Understanding Communicate effectively with technical teams and understand high-level architecture. Leverage company platforms and technologies to enhance product capabilities. Stay informed about emerging technologies that could support future innovation. Core Competencies Personal Effectiveness Take ownership of personal and professional development. Learn from feedback, successes, and challenges. Demonstrate accountability and follow through on commitments. Problem Solving and Innovation Analyze challenges using diverse perspectives and evidence-based reasoning. Generate and implement creative ideas that improve products, processes, or outcomes. Collaboration and Communication Communicate clearly and respectfully with diverse stakeholders. Encourage open discussion, shared learning, and teamwork across departments. Build strong, trust-based relationships. Leadership and Development Inspire and motivate others through clarity, support, and recognition. Mentor peers and team members by sharing expertise and feedback. Foster a culture of learning, inclusion, and collaboration. Results Orientation Set clear goals and track progress against measurable outcomes. Balance short-term objectives with long-term vision. Drive accountability and shared success across teams. Qualifications and Experience 6-8 years of experience in product management or a related field. Proven success managing products or major features from concept to launch, including customer facing AI projects. Experience collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver commercial results. Degree in a relevant field. Work in a way that works for you We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our or please contact 1-. Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams . Please read our .We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: .Elsevier is a global leader in advanced information and decision support for science and healthcare. We believe that by working together with the communities we serve, we can shape human progress to go further, happen faster, and benefit all.We support continuous discovery and uphold the highest standards of content integrity, reliability, and reproducibility so the communities we serve can advance their field of science, healthcare or innovation with confidence. By combining high-quality content with powerful analytics, we transform complexity into clarity and deliver mission-critical insights that help professionals make better decisions when it matters most.We deliver insights that help research institutions, governments, and funders achieve their goals. We help researchers discover and share knowledge, collaborate, and accelerate innovation. We help librarians provide verified, quality information to universities. We help innovators turn knowledge into new products. We help health professionals improve patient care and educators train the next generation of doctors and nurses. Connecting quality content and innovative technologies, we make progress go further and happen faster. And by championing inclusion and sustainability, we ensure progress benefits all.With 9,500 employees, over 2,300 technologists in 5 major tech hubs, and more than 60 locations across the globe, we are committed to supporting the scientific and healthcare communities around the world. We offer a diverse range of opportunities across technology, commercial, business, and early career jobs. If you are looking for a career that inspires progress in science, innovation and health, and allows you to grow every day, find your team at Elsevier.Elsevier is part of RELX Group.Let's shape progress together. Join
. About the Business A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world. About the Role We are seeking a Senior Product Manager to lead the adaptation, development and evaluation of AI-enhanced learning experiences within ClinicalKey Student for the medical education market. This role will focus on creating solutions that improve how students and faculty access, personalize, and apply trusted medical knowledge. You will take a globally developed product and adapt it for market fit. Leading the end-to-end process -from defining customer needs and testing AI capabilities, to launching and evaluating success across pilot institutions Key Responsibilities Product Delivery and Development Oversee the full product lifecycle, from concept through delivery and optimization. Write clear, actionable requirements and collaborate closely with design and engineering teams. Apply agile principles to deliver high-quality, user-centered products. Address complex challenges with creative and practical solutions. AI and Data-Driven Decision-Making Lead the integration of AI solutions to improve product functionality, automation, and decision-making. Act as a key advocate for AI adoption across the product lifecycle-evaluating opportunities where AI can create differentiation or efficiency. Use AI-powered analytics tools to generate insights that influence product direction. Customer Focus Build a strong understanding of customer needs, behaviours, and emerging trends. Engage directly with customers to identify opportunities and inform product strategy. Guide the UX, Marketing, Commercial and Sales teams to design solutions that enhance customer experience and deliver measurable value. Stay informed about competitors, market shifts, and regulatory changes. Data-Driven Decision-Making Use data and metrics to guide priorities and measure success. Balance qualitative and quantitative insights when data is incomplete. Define KPIs, dashboards, and success metrics for key product initiatives. Go-to-Market and Product Launch Partner with marketing, sales, and customer teams to design and execute launch plans. Support business planning and identify opportunities for growth or product improvement. Manage product lifecycle activities, including launches, updates, and retirements. Strategy and Commercial Insight Shape and communicate a clear product vision and roadmap aligned with business goals. Use data and market insights to guide investment decisions and demonstrate ROI. Support business case development and contribute to strategic planning. Technical Understanding Communicate effectively with technical teams and understand high-level architecture. Leverage company platforms and technologies to enhance product capabilities. Stay informed about emerging technologies that could support future innovation. Core Competencies Personal Effectiveness Take ownership of personal and professional development. Learn from feedback, successes, and challenges. Demonstrate accountability and follow through on commitments. Problem Solving and Innovation Analyze challenges using diverse perspectives and evidence-based reasoning. Generate and implement creative ideas that improve products, processes, or outcomes. Collaboration and Communication Communicate clearly and respectfully with diverse stakeholders. Encourage open discussion, shared learning, and teamwork across departments. Build strong, trust-based relationships. Leadership and Development Inspire and motivate others through clarity, support, and recognition. Mentor peers and team members by sharing expertise and feedback. Foster a culture of learning, inclusion, and collaboration. Results Orientation Set clear goals and track progress against measurable outcomes. Balance short-term objectives with long-term vision. Drive accountability and shared success across teams. Qualifications and Experience 6-8 years of experience in product management or a related field. Proven success managing products or major features from concept to launch, including customer facing AI projects. Experience collaborating with customers and cross-functional teams to deliver commercial results. Degree in a relevant field. Work in a way that works for you We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our or please contact 1-. Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams . Please read our .We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. USA Job Seekers: .Elsevier is a global leader in advanced information and decision support for science and healthcare. We believe that by working together with the communities we serve, we can shape human progress to go further, happen faster, and benefit all.We support continuous discovery and uphold the highest standards of content integrity, reliability, and reproducibility so the communities we serve can advance their field of science, healthcare or innovation with confidence. By combining high-quality content with powerful analytics, we transform complexity into clarity and deliver mission-critical insights that help professionals make better decisions when it matters most.We deliver insights that help research institutions, governments, and funders achieve their goals. We help researchers discover and share knowledge, collaborate, and accelerate innovation. We help librarians provide verified, quality information to universities. We help innovators turn knowledge into new products. We help health professionals improve patient care and educators train the next generation of doctors and nurses. Connecting quality content and innovative technologies, we make progress go further and happen faster. And by championing inclusion and sustainability, we ensure progress benefits all.With 9,500 employees, over 2,300 technologists in 5 major tech hubs, and more than 60 locations across the globe, we are committed to supporting the scientific and healthcare communities around the world. We offer a diverse range of opportunities across technology, commercial, business, and early career jobs. If you are looking for a career that inspires progress in science, innovation and health, and allows you to grow every day, find your team at Elsevier.Elsevier is part of RELX Group.Let's shape progress together. Join
