Product Design Lead, Ledger Investing
Salary not provided
Sketch
Photoshop
Illustrator
Figma
Excel
Expert level
Remote from US
Marketplace for insurance-linked securities
Job no longer available
Marketplace for insurance-linked securities
21-100 employees
B2BMarketplaceInsuranceLendingInvesting
Job no longer available
Salary not provided
Sketch
Photoshop
Illustrator
Figma
Excel
Expert level
Remote from US
21-100 employees
B2BMarketplaceInsuranceLendingInvesting
Company mission
To build an open insurance system to connect risk to capital.
Role
Who you are
- You have 10+ years of work experience in user experience/user interface (UX/UI) Design. As a small but growing team, we’re looking for someone who has experience leading design initiatives and working cross-functionally and has successfully owned and driven products or features through the entire product design cycle
- You are proficient in relevant design software (e.g. Figma, Sketch, Illustrator, XD, Photoshop, etc) and are able to pick up new tools quickly. Experience with Figma is a required
- You are highly effective and excel at design craft. We’re looking for a design lead who moves quickly, while upholding high standards for design and product quality
- You are a great communicator. Given that Ledger employees are all home-office based, many of our interactions occur asynchronously. We’re looking for someone who possess strong verbal and written communication skills and can articulate product design processes and decisions to the broader team
- You are excited about tackling hard problems with many tradeoffs. We’re looking to build thoughtful, intentional and user-focused experiences that balance complexity with clarity. To succeed, we need someone excited to dig deep and arrive at the right solutions through constant iteration and tight feedback loops
- You are a driven, proactive self-starter. One of the keys to success in a fully remote (virtual) work environment is the ability to prioritize and keep moving forward on goals and objectives. We cannot afford to be blocked in getting our work done. Knowing how to navigate ambiguity and other related challenges is a critical skill. Thinking a few steps ahead, rather than only focusing on the task of the day, is also a key to success
What the job involves
- Lead the design process and the end-to-end experience across the entire Ledger ecosystem. Partner with product, engineering, designers, sales and others to understand the needs of users throughout the ecosystem, validate and iterate on solutions through sketches, wireframes or prototypes, and bring products from ideation to production
- Use and extend our design system. Working as a team, deliver a consistent and cohesive experience to our users is key. You’ll help create flexible, extensibile patterns and evolve our design system as we scale
- Show ownership and self-direction. As a remote-first company, we rely on everyone to be responsible, autonomous, and accountable for their work without anyone peering over their shoulder. We’re looking for someone who will thrive in ambiguity, can independently prioritize work based on user needs and business goals, and be accountable to drive products forward
- Help build a distinctive Ledger brand identity. Although your core focus will be on product design, you may work on an illustration, design a website or help design marketing materials. Through it all, we want to build a strong, unique, and distinctive brand that stands out from the crowd
- Mentor others. We’re looking for an experienced design lead who can help to establish an effective design culture and processes and mentor and guide more junior team members. Collaboration and sharing your knowledge is a critical piece of Ledger’s culture
Our take
Ledger Investing is an InsurTech acting as a tech-enabled marketplace for connecting insurance risk to capital. Founded by an established team of venture capital experts, the company has used its collected insights to enter this underexploited gap in the capital market.
Though there are a slew of tech-led insurance companies with which it competes, the company's laser-sharp focus on insurance risk should set it apart moving forwards. It has accrued substantial VC-backing that has supported its growth as it moves to transform the financing structure of the entire insurance industry, with over $1 billion of premium securitized since its first transaction in 2019.
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 4 rounds)
Jun 2022
$75m
SERIES B
Sep 2020
$10.5m
SERIES A
Total funding: $90.7m
Company benefits
- Fully remote team: We believe you should work wherever you're happiest and most productive. Whether that's at home or in a co-working space, we give you the flexibility to design your ideal work environment. Our remote culture is built on trust, clear communication, and collaboration across time zones. If you enjoy working from an office, our NYC office provides common space to gather and also options for employees in the metro NYC area to work from the office as needed
- Flexible time off: We trust you to know when you need a break. Our flexible paid time off policy empowers you to take the time you need—whether it's for a vacation, a personal day, or simply to recharge. We believe rest is essential to doing great work, and we encourage you to step away regularly so you can come back refreshed, focused, and inspired
- Company retreats: Even though we’re a remote team, we believe in the power of face-to-face connections. That’s why we organize company retreats where we come together to celebrate our wins, strengthen our relationships, and have fun. These gatherings give us the chance to collaborate in person, spark new ideas, and build a strong, connected team culture. Whether it’s a scenic aquatic getaway, an exciting city adventure, or a relaxing retreat, our goal is to create memorable experiences that bring us closer as a team
- Personal development: We believe that learning never stops. That’s why we encourage and support your continuous growth through professional development opportunities and access to courses, books, and conferences. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise, explore new skills, or take on new challenges, we provide the resources to help you thrive. Your growth is our growth, and we’re here to support you every step of the way
Company HQ
Hell's Kitchen, New York, NY
Leadership
Samir Shah
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously worked as Group Chief Risk Officer at Validus Holdings, and was SVP and Head of Insurance Capital Markets at AIG.
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