Contract · On-site
Content Designer / UX Writer
This is a high-impact contract role for a seasoned UX professional to lead content strategy for a major financial services firm's onboarding experience. It offers a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package rarely seen in temporary assignments. The position is perfect for someone who enjoys the intersection of technical complexity and user advocacy.
Onward Search · Brooklyn, New York, United States · Posted 25 April 2026
The role
Overview
This is a high-impact contract role for a seasoned UX professional to lead content strategy for a major financial services firm's onboarding experience. It offers a competitive hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package rarely seen in temporary assignments. The position is perfect for someone who enjoys the intersection of technical complexity and user advocacy.
What they need
Requirements & Skills
Key Responsibilities
- Design end-to-end content for application forms and onboarding journeys
- Develop and maintain reusable content patterns and style standards
- Create support articles, FAQs, and educational tooltips
- Ensure all digital copy meets accessibility and regulatory requirements
- Partner with product teams to iterate content based on user testing and feedback
Essential
- Minimum of five years of professional experience in UX writing or content design
- Proven track record of developing content for digital product onboarding and applications
- Ability to work on-site in Downtown Brooklyn
- Experience working within established design systems and style guides
- Portfolio demonstrating user-centric solutions for complex digital workflows
Preferred
- Experience in the financial services or payments industry
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards for digital content
- Background in creating educational resources and support documentation
Key Skills
UX WritingContent StrategyAccessibility StandardsPlain Language PrinciplesStakeholder ManagementCross-functional CollaborationInformation ArchitectureTechnical Writing
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Perks
Benefits & perks
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Program
- Commuter Benefits
- eLearning and Ongoing Training
- Education Reimbursement
Next step
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