Tom Walker

Hi, I’m Tom — a hands-on Product Design Leader

I help teams turn good ideas into great experiences — by bringing people together early, aligning around what really matters, and creating the space for smart, user-centered decisions to happen.

Still very much hands-on, I build scalable systems, run workshops, and design processes that make collaboration easy — even when things get complex.

How I get things done

People & process

Creating the space for teams to do their best work through clear structure, open communication, and a process that flexes when it needs to.
Strategic focus

Turning ideas into action — workshops that bring people together, spark alignment, and get everyone moving in the same direction.
Systems & scale

Building design systems that keep products consistent, scalable, and efficient — freeing up time for creativity and problem-solving.
Design execution

Bringing ideas to life through journey mapping, prototyping, and testing — turning concepts into experiences that actually work for people.

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A few kind words

As an external consultant at Kindred Group, I’ve really enjoyed working with Tom. He’s collaborative, open-minded, and always ready to listen to other perspectives. Tom brings fresh ideas and a constant drive to improve how we work. He’s easy to align with, respectful, and focused on shared success — a genuinely valuable teammate and design partner.

Katarina — Product Owner
Working with Tom has been a real pleasure. Under his leadership, the "Foundation Design Team" thrived, thanks to his dedication and collaborative approach. His expertise in design systems and stakeholder management has brought huge value to the wider UX organisation. Tom leads with clarity, empathy, and consistency — qualities that make him a standout design leader.

Lindsey — Content Designer
If you’re after high-quality, user-focused results, Tom consistently delivers. His skill in guiding enterprise-level design systems and tooling inspires confidence in everyone around him. He bridges the gap between designers and developers with calmness, and clarity — no small feat in a complex environment. With Tom, design vision and execution always align beautifully.

Claire — Product Owner