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Manager UX Research & Design

On-site in Viladecans·Added yesterday (last checked 3 Nov)

Vueling

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Work mode
On-site, Viladecans
Spanish
Fluent
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience in design strategy or UX research fields.

  • Demonstrated experience defining and implementing a research strategy for product development, from prototyping through to supporting optimisation work.

  • Proven experience working end-to-end with UI designers and UX researchers to iterate designs based on research recommendations.

  • Experience operating with a collaborator-heavy team model, coordinating specialised contributors even where direct line management is limited.

Nice to have

  • Strong knowledge of user-centred design thinking and how to champion it across an organisation.

Education & certifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Design, or related field.

Languages

  • Full professional proficiency C1 in Spanish and English

The role

Define, lead and oversee the end-to-end UI/UX research-and-design strategy and operating model for Vueling's website and wider digital channels within E-commerce & Ancillaries, in accordance with user-centred design principles, the product development lifecycle (from prototyping to iterative improvement), cross-stakeholder requirements and the constraints of the low-cost model, in order to embed the voice of the user into product and interface decisions, maintain digital consistency, improve measurable experience health (e.g., customer satisfaction survey KPI) and ultimately drive revenue through better-performing digital experiences for Guests.

What you'll do

  • Define and implement UI/UX research strategies and methodologies appropriate to each phase of product development, from early prototyping through to research collaboration that supports A/B optimization testing.

  • Lead and oversee user research activities such as usability testing, interviews, surveys, field research and task-based user validation exercises.

  • Oversee the iterative working model between UI product designers and UX researchers so that designs are tested with users and refined based on research findings.

  • Analyse and synthesise research data in order to translate findings into actionable insights, recommendations and design suggestions for stakeholders at all levels.

  • Make the Design and Research teams AI-driven by embedding AI tools and practices into day-to-day workflows and identifying opportunities to redesign ways of working.

  • Stay up to date with UX research and design trends, tools and methodologies relevant to digital experience improvement.

  • Define and develop the overall strategy for the UI/UX Research and Design team as an integrated capability spanning UI product design and UX research.

About Vueling

Vueling is a Spanish low-cost airline headquartered in Barcelona, operating a large network of short- and medium-haul flights across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. As part of the International Airlines Group (IAG), which also includes British Airways and Iberia, Vueling is one of Europe's leading low-cost carriers, carrying tens of millions of passengers annually and operating a fleet of over 100 Airbus aircraft. The airline is known for its focus on efficiency, digital innovation, and a strong presence in the Mediterranean region.

Vueling's headquarters and main operational base are in Barcelona, with additional bases in cities like Madrid, Malaga, and Seville. The company's work culture is dynamic and fast-paced, reflecting the airline industry's demands, and it offers opportunities for international professionals in areas such as flight operations, data analysis, customer experience, and corporate functions. With English as a common working language alongside Spanish and Catalan, Vueling is an attractive employer for international talent looking to work in a vibrant, multicultural environment in Spain.

Industry
Airlines
Founded
2004
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Barcelona, Spain
In Spain
Barcelona, Madrid, Malaga and 1 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Vueling is headquartered in Barcelona, offering a unique opportunity to live and work in one of Europe's most popular cities.
  • As part of IAG, Vueling provides access to a large international network and potential career mobility within the group.
  • The airline operates in a multilingual environment, with Spanish, Catalan, and English commonly used, making it accessible for international professionals.
  • Vueling's roles in operations, analytics, and customer service offer exposure to the dynamic aviation industry in Spain.
  • The company offers competitive benefits and a chance to work in a fast-growing sector with a strong focus on digital innovation.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Vueling, we connect people, places and opportunities ✈️

As part of the IAG Group, we are one of Europe's leading airlines, serving around 250 routes across 30 countries and welcoming millions of customers every year. With more than 5,000 employees, Vueling is the only European airline recognized as a Top Employer for three consecutive years. Driven by innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability, we are shaping the future of aviation while creating an environment where our people can grow, contribute, and make an impact.

Additional information

💛 Vueling Values
Our values are what we believe in, what we stand for and how we behave.

  • Make it happen

  • Make it better

  • Make it safe

  • Make it cost-focused

  • Make it customer-oriented

  • Win together

Vueling is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other status.

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