Design Operations Consultant

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Design Operations Consultant

Madison, Wisconsin

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Full Time Temp to Hire

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$ 100 - $ 175 per year

Madison, Wisconsin

Full Time Temp to Hire

$ 100 - $ 175 per year

January 13, 2026

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Job ID: pbmad11326_1768326591

January 13, 2026

Job ID: pbmad11326_1768326591

Job Summary

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Senior Design Operations Contractor (Remote)

Type: Contract-to-Hire

Duration: 6 Months+ (Likely Extensions/Conversion to FTE)

We're seeking a thoughtful and proactive Design Operations Contractor to help a high-performing design team operate at its best. This is a net new position created to address challenges around velocity, rigor, and operational cohesion.There is a general lack of standardized processes that will need to be addressed from a high level, thought leader perspective.

You'll work closely with design leadership and cross-functional partners to streamline operations and foster a healthy, productive design culture.

Immediate Focus Areas

  1. Workflow Optimization - Improve delivery speed and process efficiency
  2. Tool Management - Assess current tools, identify gaps, and recommend improvements
  3. Metrics Development - Create KPIs to measure design ops effectiveness

Responsibilities

  • Refine and maintain design workflows to reduce friction and improve consistency
  • Coordinate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and marketing teams
  • Administer and optimize design tools (e.g., Figma, Miro, Notion)
  • Support design rituals like critiques, retros, and showcases
  • Maintain documentation and knowledge management systems
  • Track and report on team health, project progress, and operational improvements
  • Manage vendor relationships and assist with budget tracking for tools, training, and events

Requirements

  • 3-5 years in design operations, program management, or similar roles within design/product orgs
  • Strong organizational and communication skills
  • Experience with design tools and systems
  • Collaborative mindset and ability to build trust across disciplines
  • Comfortable in stable environments focused on continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

  • Background in design or UX
  • Experience in remote/distributed teams
  • Familiarity with agile or lean methodologies
  • Experience building a Design Ops program from the ground up
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About Beacon Hill

Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Founded by industry leaders to set a new standard in search, career placement and flexible staffing, we deliver coordinated staffing solutions with unparalleled service, a commitment to project completion and success and a passion for innovation, creativity and continuous improvement.

Our niche brands offer a complete suite of staffing services to emerging growth companies and the Fortune 500 across market sectors, career specialties/disciplines and industries. Over time, office locations, specialty practice areas and service offerings will be added to address ever changing constituent needs.

We look forward to working with you.

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