# Khalid Laghari

> Lead Product Designer | Fintech | Blockchain

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Profile: https://flows.cv/khalidlaghari

I'm a product design leader with over a decade of experience creating intuitive, scalable, and impactful digital products. I specialize in simplifying complexity — whether it’s in fintech, e-commerce, or emerging digital platforms — through user-centered design, system thinking, and cross-functional collaboration.

Currently leading product design at DTCC, I’ve helped shape large-scale internal tools and financial experiences that power global infrastructure. From early discovery to final delivery, I drive design strategy, research, interaction design, and team mentorship to ensure high-impact results.

I believe good design is invisible, purposeful, and inclusive. Always curious, always learning. Let’s connect if you’re building what’s next and want design to lead the way.

## Work Experience
### Lead Product Designer @ The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)
Jan 2021 – Present | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Lead the design of complex fintech platforms serving institutional clients and internal users

Define product vision and user experience in partnership with product, tech, and compliance teams

Built and scaled a component-based design system used across multiple platforms

Conduct research and usability testing to drive user-informed iteration cycles

Mentor junior designers and foster a design culture focused on collaboration, clarity, and accessibility

### Editor @ motorgeeks
Jan 2017 – Present | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Perform test drives and publish engaging automotive reviews and editorials

Provide media coverage for leading automotive brands and launches

Manage social media content and execute digital campaigns

Keep site content fresh and aligned with industry trends

### Design and Research Analyst @ yallacompare
Jan 2016 – Jan 2021 | Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Redesigned core insurance and comparison products, increasing conversion rates by 20%+

Conducted qualitative and quantitative research to inform design and product decisions

Created responsive, accessible interfaces using Figma, Sketch, and Adobe CC

Launched usability testing practices to iterate and validate design decisions

Supported cross-team alignment through design documentation and clear handoffs

### Product Designer @ YallaMotor
Jan 2014 – Jan 2016 | Dubai
Designed and launched a responsive automotive guide that boosted engagement by 25%

Developed end-to-end design for tools including car comparison, reviews, and listings

Created design flows, wireframes, and prototypes for both web and mobile platforms

Worked closely with developers and content teams to ensure seamless UX

Contributed to design system guidelines and visual standards

### Account Manager @ TradeKey
Jan 2011 – Jan 2013 | Karachi
Managed a portfolio of SME and enterprise clients, increasing account retention by 30%

Conducted market research to support lead generation and upselling opportunities

Collaborated with internal teams on tailored client solutions

Analyzed data to personalize outreach and improve customer satisfaction

### Account Executive @ SBT Japan - Pakistan Office
Jan 2010 – Jan 2011 | Karachi
Managed inbound/outbound sales for UAE automotive exports

Assisted in proposals, market analysis, and price negotiations

Worked alongside account manager to handle regional client base


## Education
### Master of Business Administration MBA
IBA Jamshoro

### BBA(Hons)
IBA Jamshoro


## Contact & Social
- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/khalid-laghari-53869653

---
Source: https://flows.cv/khalidlaghari
JSON Resume: https://flows.cv/khalidlaghari/resume.json
Last updated: 2026-03-31