As an accomplished Product Designer, I bring over 9+ years of comprehensive experience spanning the B2B, B2C, and Agency landscapes.
My approach is rooted in research-first design, where I leverage qualitative methods to unearth valuable insights that drive tangible results.Beyond my design expertise, I have established a reputation for mentoring individuals within the Product realm.
I am actively engaged in guiding professionals with extensive industry experience, as well as offering support and direction to graduate students embarking on their career journeys. My commitment to fostering growth and excellence within the Product discipline underscores my dedication to both personal and professional development.
Currently consulting across clients like Aberdeen Investments, NatWest, and FanDuel, I’ve led discovery and delivery projects focused on reducing support load, launching features, and aligning multi-team design efforts. I designed new services, ran research programmes, and helped build a unified design system at scale.
Led design for the Best Buys product, delivering strategic improvements through user research and close collaboration with stakeholders. I enhanced UX across web platforms, contributed to a dedicated design system, and facilitated workshops to validate direction and elevate user trust.
Owned end-to-end product design for an award-winning telecoms firm, leading cross-platform design efforts from concept to launch. I delivered tools for the Home Office and EE that improved internal operations and public services. I also facilitated workshops, built UI assets, and maintained design standards across mobile and desktop.
Discover what makes working with me unique through genuine reviews from satisfied clients across various industries.
Faisal was a fantastic addition to the Best Buys team within Global Savings Group. He onboarded super quickly, taking over ownership for the design and research side of the product, and successfully drove design solutions for the business challenges.
From workshop facilitation to producing product specification for development as well as creating thoughtful design solutions, Faisal was an integral part of the team not only in terms of being solution orientated but also a great team player and communicator. I really hope to cross paths with Faisal again professionally again!
I hired and worked with Faisal at Global Savings Group for almost a year and a half. I have collaborated with Faisal on research, UX design and mentoring of our junior designers.
I will wholeheartedly miss Faisal from my team. He brings an enthusiastic atmosphere to conversations and positive energy to the room. It's always a joy to work and interact with him.
I had the privilege of working with Faisal on a team focused on building new growth products in digital publishing space. Faisal was an essential part of the team and crucial in building solutions for users at all stages in their buyers’ journey.
He is a great collaborator, kind, driven and very knowledgable designer whose work was always outstanding. I highly recommend Faisal for all things design!
I worked with Faisal at FanDuel while he was assisting the Design System team in completing the transition to our new generation of components.
He played a key role in enabling us to deliver those components, as well as preparing for the future of the FanDuel Design System. Without a doubt, I would recommend Faisal as a great person to work with.
Faisal has been a standout contributor on the abrdn project. He brought clarity to complex challenges, leading strategic workshops and helping the team adopt a more structured, user-focused approach.
His facilitation around problem statements and tree mapping was particularly impactful. Stakeholders now see design as a strategic asset, not just a delivery function. Through initiative and clear thinking, Faisal has built trust and helped elevate the role of design across the organisation."
It was a pleasure working with you on the FanDuel design system project. You were a dedicated and reliable team member who always went the extra mile to ensure high-quality, timely delivery. Your client sessions were well structured and inclusive, keeping discussions focused and productive.
You consistently showed care for both your work and the team, helping to create a positive dynamic. Your contributions were key to our success, and I hope we get the chance to work together again.
Faisal brought a strong consulting mindset to the Tartans project—quickly identifying problems, advising the client, and flagging risks early. His proactive communication helped the team stay aligned and deliver with confidence.
He introduced and established technical design reviews, improving collaboration across disciplines. His thoughtful, research-led approach to challenges like the filters project ensured well-informed, scalable solutions that reflected real-world needs and constraints.
Having Faisal as a mentor has been truly invaluable, serving as a cornerstone of my career development. His one-to-one coaching approach is both personal and strategic, taking the time to assess where I am and where I want to go. Faisal’s mentorship extends beyond technical skills—he invests in understanding me as an individual, ensuring that my growth includes the soft skills essential for becoming a well-rounded product designer. His holistic guidance has been instrumental in shaping my professional journey, and I wholeheartedly recommend him as an exceptional mentor.
Designed with curiosity, built with purpose – I combine research-led insights with thoughtful design to create meaningful user experiences. Let’s connect and shape what’s next – available for freelance, collaboration, or a chat about design.
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