9 Consumer Research jobs in the United Kingdom

Software Consultant (Data Collection & Automation)

Location: Bath – Hybrid Set-up

Short term Contract – Part-time (possibility for extensions)

About Ovyo:

Ovyo works globally with companies in the TV & Media industries including some of the top household brands. Our people build the platforms that shape the way the world watches video and connects, working on a mix of long-term customer engagements and shorter consulting projects, quickly fast tracking their experience within the industry, and their career. We are a modern, dynamic company with some of the best OTT Engineers out there, and we focus on being a great place to work.

Role Overview

We are looking for a hands-on Software Consultant with a background in Automation & Data Engineering to join our client on a part-time basis initially. In this standalone role, you will collaborate with senior content industry consultants to evaluate their wish list of manual tasks, identify automation opportunities, and rapidly develop and deploy minimum viable products (MVPs).

Key Responsibilities:

• Listen to existing manual use cases and target workflows from the team, documenting requirements and creatively identifying automation solutions (self-built or using third-party tools).
• Design, build, and deploy focused, lightweight software tools for data collection, storage, and transformation, with a strong emphasis on rapid MVP deployment.
• Expand on existing in-house solutions where relevant, incorporating screen scraping, text analysis/search, and integration with new data sources across multiple countries.
• Advise and guide semi-technical junior resources on completing simpler automation tasks.
• Research and learn new tools quickly to address a broad range of workflows.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrate past projects to build credibility, including examples of AI-driven workflows, independent software design/implementation, and MVP deployment.

Requirements:

• 5-10 Years of hands-on experience as a Software Developer, up to Senior Developer level, with a proven track record of creating software independently
• Strong expertise in Python, AWS, and at least one database technology (e.g., SQLite, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Cassandra, MongoDB, Firestore, or other NoSQL databases).
• Proven expertise in deploying AI-driven workflows using generic LLMs (e.g., ChatGPT) and specialized AI tools.
• Proficiency in one or more automation or data acquisition tools/workflows (e.g., Power Automate, Zapier, n8n, UiPath, Scrapy, BeautifulSoup).
• Integration experience, such as working with REST APIs.
• Some architecture or technical design experience, including gathering requirements, documenting approaches, and building solutions.
• Familiarity with basic DevOps and deployment tools/workflows (e.g., GitHub, Docker).
• Nice to have: Industry experience in the Media domain

To apply for the role or for more information get in touch with the team at Ovyo at

We are seeking an experienced operations professional to manage critical data acquisition infrastructure supporting advanced AI model development. This contract role requires exceptional operational acumen, demonstrated ability to scale complex workflows, and meticulous attention to quality standards across high-volume data collection initiatives.

Strategic Operations Management

• Oversee end-to-end execution of multiple concurrent data acquisition programs encompassing speech, visual, textual, and audio content streams

• Develop and implement scalable operational frameworks ensuring consistent achievement of volumetric targets while maintaining stringent quality thresholds

• Drive continuous process improvement through systematic identification and elimination of operational inefficiencies

Stakeholder & Contributor Management

• Design comprehensive contributor engagement strategies optimizing recruitment, onboarding, retention, and successful task completion

• Establish robust support infrastructure delivering timely resolution of technical and procedural inquiries

• Cultivate productive relationships with internal stakeholders through transparent communication and data-driven insights

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Implement rigorous quality control methodologies maintaining data acceptance rates exceeding 95%

• Ensure strict adherence to data governance protocols, consent management, and regulatory requirements

• Develop predictive quality indicators enabling proactive intervention and remediation

Performance Analytics & Reporting

• Generate comprehensive operational intelligence providing actionable insights for strategic decision-making

• Establish KPI frameworks measuring throughput, quality, efficiency, and contributor satisfaction

• Deliver regular executive summaries highlighting achievements, challenges, and optimization opportunities

This position offers complete location flexibility within European time zones. Candidates must maintain reliable high-speed internet connectivity and professional home office environment conducive to managing distributed operations.

Qualified candidates should demonstrate clear alignment with outlined competencies and provide specific examples of operational excellence in similar environments. We value diverse perspectives and encourage applications from candidates with non-traditional backgrounds who possess relevant transferable skills.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 1-3 years operational management experience within data-intensive environments (crowdsourcing platforms, research operations, content moderation, or similar domains)

• Demonstrated success managing distributed contributor networks (100+ simultaneous participants)

• Proven ability to meet aggressive performance targets while maintaining exceptional quality standards

Technical & Analytical Competencies

• Proficiency in operational tools and platforms for workflow management, data tracking, and process automation

• Strong analytical capabilities with experience translating complex data into actionable operational strategies

• Familiarity with quality assurance methodologies and statistical sampling techniques

Communication & Leadership

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English (additional languages highly valued)

• Experience delivering technical support through multiple channels (email, chat, ticketing systems)

• Ability to influence without authority and drive results through collaborative partnerships

What’s it all about?

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Research Executive to join our team, working with some of our biggest clients, across Finance, Automotive and Travel. From globally renowned companies to innovative brands, we are proud of our expanding client portfolio.

You’ll have a keen interest in exploring new ideas and research techniques within this sector, plus proven experience working in Market Research in a commercial or public sector. You’ll also have an abundance of curiosity to deep dive into our client’s strategic issues, convert findings into impactful insight and develop and nurture our clients.

You’ll get to use a variety of methodologies to really go the extra mile for our clients. We have a very strong team ethos with a focus on learning and development, so you will be supported as well as given lots of opportunity to grow and be challenged.

If you have a hunger to better understand people and a desire to help brands help us all, get in touch.

We offer Hybrid working, which for us is a blend of working remotely and in either our London or Winchester office. It’s all about choosing the best place to be for you, your team, and the business on any given working day.

In this role you will get to:

• Plan and manage research projects efficiently and creatively.
• Create engaging presentations, analysing results with some reporting to clients.
• Have lots of variety across quantitative methodologies, plus scope to get involved in mixed method projects.
• Be involved in collating proposals, joining pitches (and contributing when appropriate) and supporting the teams growth activities with existing and new clients.
• Liaise with internal teams, providing direction and communicating project information.
• Have a willingness to get involved with training, innovation and other company initiatives and make your own mark.
• Learn about the role of neuroscience within research and behavioural science and receive support in applying these techniques.

Requirements

Who will you be?

• An experienced Senior Research Executive, or RE looking for development (agency or client-side) working on Quantitative projects.
• A motivated self-starter, you'll approach tasks with a determined mindset and eagerness to learn.
• You’ll understand different research techniques and have a passion for exploring new ideas and facing challenges.
• Eager to jump in, with a can-do attitude and relish the chance to tackle new projects.
• Naturally inquisitive, genuinely interested in understanding human behaviour and investigating it.
• A clear communicator, who enjoys interaction with people and working collaboratively as part of a team.
• A problem solver, you'll approach challenges creatively and strive to find solutions.
• Organised, with strong attention to detail and demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• Adaptable, comfortable working in various industries, projects, and with different research methodologies.
• Flexible, with the ability to work autonomously as well as playing your part as a member of a high-performing team.
• You'll have a creative spark and a real desire to make data tell a story.

Benefits

What’s in it for you?

Our people are key to our success. Human understanding is what we do, both in terms of understanding people but also understanding our people. Whether this is investing in training and development, improving staff benefits or funding a really great day out, people are the heart and soul of everything we do.

 You’ll enjoy:

• Flexible hybrid working
• 25 Days’ Holiday pa
• Flexible Bank Holidays + 3 day Christmas closure.
• Additional Holiday purchase scheme.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Life Assurance.
• Healthcare Cashback Plan (Incl. Employee Assistance Programme).
• Travel loan and Cycle to work and work abroad schemes.

Need a flavour of what to expect as part of our team, visit out Instagram channel @WalnutUnlimited to see what we’re up to…

Why join Walnut Unlimited?

As a Sunday Times 100 Best Companies to Work for, we help brands connect with people, by understanding people. We believe that interpreting human behaviour is as much an art as it is a science. Walnut uses market research techniques to understand what we think, how we feel and, most importantly, why.

Blending neuroscience, behavioural science and data science, we uncover the truth behind our human experiences.

We value:

• Respect – Respect for self, for each other and the work that we do.
• Spark – Demonstrate spark-y, charismatic, positive & energetic behaviour.
• Courage – Brave and bold. Prepared to stretch self and boundaries.
• Collaboration – Partnership with colleagues, suppliers and clients to achieve the best outcome.
• Evolution – Evolve with the times, market trends, staff, clients and consumers.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. All candidates will be considered equally, however, unfortunately we are unable to offer sponsorship.

As an equal opportunities workplace, we have a commitment to ensuring equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, socio-economic status, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, neuro divergence, disability, gender, gender identity or expression. Whether you’re just getting your foot in the door, or you are an experienced employee whose life circumstances are shifting, we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the world we want to live in and are therefore flexible to accommodate each individual's needs as best as we can.

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About the Role

Are you an excellent problem solver with an interest in the energy markets? If so, come and join EDF as a Senior Market Analyst!

The Opportunity

As a Senior Analyst in the Market Analysis team here at EDF, you will play a crucial role in informing trading strategies, producing forecasts and insight, and driving performance.

The Market Analysis team sits at the heart of the EDF Wholesale Market Services business.  We are responsible for optimising EDF’s portfolio of battery assets, we create forecasts to support the short and long-term trading functions, and we produce daily forward curves for the retail businesses.

This is a hybrid role, with the flexibility to work from home and attend our Gloucester or London office once or twice a week.

Who you are

Joining as a Senior Analyst, you will have broad knowledge of the GB energy markets and, ideally, an understanding of the flexible-asset markets.  Knowledge of how the day-ahead and within-day markets operate will be an advantage, as will experience of building and running market models.

With an analytical background, you will have experience with Microsoft Excel and programming languages such as VBA and Python. Ideally, you will understand how to manage, query and use large datasets to produce value-add analysis. You will be skilled at communicating findings effectively. 

We’re looking for somebody with excellent attention to detail, strong analytical and technical skills and a keen interest in the rapidly developing GB energy markets.  

If this sounds like you, then we’d love to hear from you! 

What you’ll be doing

On joining, your primary role will be to create the daily trading strategies for our portfolio of batteries, working alongside the trading and commercial teams to review performance and drive improvements. You will attend regular calls with the asset owners to explain and discuss strategies. 

Later, you will support our other operational activities: providing supply margin and price forecasts to support prompt trading; modelling curve power and margins and communicating market risks and opportunities to the curve trading team; and creating the daily forward curves for the wider business. 

You will also have opportunities to propose and deliver change, to further enhance the service we provide whether that’s through the development of our price models and optimisation tools, or by improving how we measure and report performance.

As a Senior Analyst, you will become involved in or lead n projects that will require collaboration with other Wholesale Market Service teams, Sales & Marketing and Generation.

Pay, benefits and culture

Alongside a salary ranging from £56,000 - £70,000pa (depending on experience), potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days, and more.

At EDF, we believe there are multiple definitions of what it means to succeed. That’s why we offer you the freedom to develop a career that’s unique to you. Here, Success is Personal – it’s your journey, powered by us.

Everyone is welcome at EDF; we’re committed to building a workforce that reflects gender balance, social mobility, and inclusion of minority ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities, and those with disabilities. As a Disability Confident employer, we will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Join us and find your success at EDF!

Success is personal. It's your journey, powered by us. Join us and we'll help Britain achieve Net Zero together.

• Lead the development and execution of global strategic initiatives for a portfolio of clients.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, competitive intelligence, and industry analysis.
• Develop advanced analytical models and frameworks to support strategic decision-making.
• Provide expert strategic advice and recommendations to C-suite executives.
• Manage and mentor consulting teams, fostering a high-performance remote work culture.
• Oversee the end-to-end delivery of complex consulting projects.
• Identify emerging market trends, opportunities, and potential threats.
• Develop business cases and strategic roadmaps for client growth and transformation.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients.
• Contribute to the firm's thought leadership and business development efforts.

• MBA or advanced degree in Economics, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, or market analysis at a senior level.
• Proven track record of leading complex global strategy projects and delivering significant client value.
• Deep understanding of international markets, economic principles, and business strategy frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop high-performing remote teams.
• Experience in developing and implementing strategic plans for diverse industries.
• Proficiency in advanced data analysis tools and methodologies.

• Lead small and large multidisciplinary engagements and manage client relationships, provide advanced quantitative analysis and modelling to address complex market risk challenges
• Develop, validate, and implement quantitative risk models (including cVaR, CCR and xVA)
• Provide thought leadership in quantitative methodologies, regulatory requirements (e.g. Basel III/IV, FRTB), derivatives pricing techniques, and industry best practices
• Lead project teams, mentor and supervise junior team members, and ensure high-quality delivery
• Support business development initiatives, including identifying new opportunities and developing proposals

• Minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience in quantitative modelling, market risk management, derivatives pricing, or risk advisory within financial services
• Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following areas: derivatives pricing, stochastic modelling techniques, statistical methods including AI/ML, and programming (e.g. Python, R, C++)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex quantitative concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders

• A dynamic, collaborative, inclusive work environment
• Opportunities to work with leading global financial institutions on challenging and impactful projects
• Continuous professional development with tailored training and mentorship