UX Design & Leadership
For the past 15+ years, I've been immersed in the world of design and product, transitioning from UX design to design leadership. I've led significant initiatives as Head of Design at Delivery Hero (talabat), built and scaled DesignOps practices, and honed my skills at IBM in UX design and design thinking.
What I Offer
As a fractional or contract design leader, I provide startup CEOs and growing companies with top-tier design expertise without the commitment of a full-time hire. Here's how I can help:
Design Vision and Strategy
- Crafting a clear and compelling design vision that aligns with your business goals
- Developing strategic roadmaps to elevate your product's user experience
Team Building and Leadership
- Hiring and nurturing a high-performing design team tailored to your needs
- Implementing coaching programs to elevate the skills and impact of your team
Design Systems and Operations
- Establishing and scaling a robust design system to ensure consistency and efficiency
- Building and managing design process, competencies, hiring, etc.
Research and Insights
- Conducting comprehensive user research to inform design decisions
- Hiring and managing third party research agencies or freelance/contract researchers
Why Work with Me?
- Experience: 15+ years in design, with leadership roles at top companies
- Flexibility: Available for fractional or contract engagements to fit your budget
- Proven Success: Achieved significant milestones, including a global rebranding, 98% design system adoption and a 45% team growth at talabat and IBM
Let's Connect
If you're looking to elevate your design function, I’d love to explore how we can work together. Get in touch for a consultation, and let’s create something remarkable.
Community and Insights
Beyond client work, I’m passionate about giving back. I pioneered a DesignOps community in the MENA region, host regular events for industry leaders, and share my insights on design and leadership through my Medium blog and speaking engagements.
amberjabeen[at]gmail.com