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Researcher

Care Quality Commission

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Researcher Grade C: £32,471 (National) or £8,143 (London - for London office based or homebased workers within the boundary of the M25) - There is also an additional homeworking allowance of 81 per annum for those working from home. For part time roles - please note this will be pro rata.
Contracted Hours: Full time 37 hours per week. We may also be able to offer part time hours (minimum 30 hours) or a variety of flexible working patterns.

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Home or office based, flexible location. Hybrid working.

Closing Date: Friday October 3 2025

Make a difference

Every role at CQC contributes to our mission. If you're looking for a new role in the Analytic Content team that gives a true sense of meaning and purpose, then you've found it! Our team helps shape national and local understanding of patient experience through powerful research and insight._

Picture this
In the last 12 months, as a Researcher in the Analytic Content team, you would have:

• Designed and delivered national NHS Patient Experience Surveys, helping improve care across England.
• Led a research project from start to finish-scoping, designing, analysing and reporting findings that influenced policy decisions and helped services improve.
• Worked with colleagues across CQC, as well as colleagues across CQC, as well as external partners and stakeholders, to ensure research outputs met the needs of the public, providers and regulators.
• Educated to degree level or have equivalent professional experience to real-world research-While degree in social sciences is desirable, what truly matters is your ability to gather high-quality data using complex surveys and turn this into clear, compelling stories that improve care and inform decision-making.

You'll play a key role in the organisation by
• Carrying out primary research using quantitative survey methods, including analysis and reporting.
• Supporting the delivery of the NHS Patient Experience Survey programme.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external contractors to deliver high-quality research.
• Creating clear, actionable reports and outputs from research findings.
• Managing research projects to ensure timely and impactful delivery.

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What we're looking for in your application:
• Experience designing and delivering large-scale surveys, including contributing to best practices in survey data collection.
• Ability to analyse data and present findings clearly, using statistical software packages and visual storytelling.
• Experience of working with stakeholders, tailoring insights to meet different needs and expectations.

To progress your application, you'll need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK. Without valid right to work you won't be eligible for the role. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Some roles may also be subject to a satisfactory DBS check.

Next steps
If you apply, you'll need to create a profile and complete an online application form. Your application will be completely anonymous. Please see our information for applicants for more details on the process. We contact every applicant to let them know the outcome of their application, so you will hear from us whether or not you are shortlisted.
You can read the full details of the role in the Job Description
If you'd like an informal chat about the role contact - Nicola Lawson, Senior Researcher; ; For general enquiries, please email .

The Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits , including:
  • Annual leave starting at 27 days per year, rising to 32.5 days with service, plus bank holidays (usually 8 days per year).
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Wellbeing initiatives, such as gym discounts and meditation.
  • NHS pension scheme, with around 14% employer contribution.
  • Discount schemes (including eligibility for a Blue Light card, at a cost of £4.99 and valid for 2 ye s), reward vouchers, car leasing and more!

Please see our benefits page for the full list.

Equity for all
We know job descriptions can feel intimidating. Research shows they can cause some people to doubt whether they're a good fit. This happens more often to people from underrepresented groups (e.g. ethnic minority backgrounds). If this role interests you, we encourage you to apply. Your unique perspective, skills, and experience could be exactly what we need.
We want every candidate to feel supported and able to do their best. If you need adjustments to our process, we'll work with you to remove any barriers . Visit our accessibility page for more on this. If you'd like to chat, please contact . Please note, if you have previously informed us of adjustments you need for interview or within your role these are not carried over and must be discussed for each individual application you make.
We promote a workplace where fairness, respect and inclusion are a priority . Diverse teams make our work better, help us deliver our mission and make our culture stronger. See our ED&I page for more about this.
We welcome applications from everyone, and colleagues can find support and community among our many employee networks. This includes people of any:
  • Age
  • Sex
  • Gender identity or expression
  • Sexual orientation
  • Religion or belief
  • Ethnicity
  • Disability

Values and vision
We are guided by our core values, which shape our work and our culture.
Excellence - being a high-performing organisation.
Caring - treating everyone with dignity and respect.
Integrity - doing the right thing.
Teamwork - learning from each other to be the best we can.
We are a disability confident employer and a carer confident employer.

A Note on AI
AI tools can be great for research and refining ideas, but we want to learn about you. If you use AI or Chatbots to help you with your application, keep these points in mind:
  • AI can support research, structuring and refining your writing, but your application must reflect your real skills and experience .
  • Spell-checking and condensing word counts are great ways to use AI effectively.
  • Do not copy and paste AI generated answers. These will not help you stand out; remember we want to hear about your skills and experience.
  • Providing false and insincere examples goes against our core values of honesty and integrity and may lead to your application being withdrawn or termination of your employment.
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Researcher

Media Contacts Ltd

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Are you excited by the fast-moving world of media and entertainment and eager to follow the people shaping it?


We’re looking for a Researcher to join a small, collaborative team delivering accurate and timely information to high-profile clients.


This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong office experience, internships, or work placements who is eager to build a career in research, analysis, or media intelligence.


Key responsibilities include:

  • Conducting desk-based research across a variety of media sources.
  • Verifying and organising information, spotting and resolving inconsistencies.
  • Writing clear summaries and working within a database.


Key requirements include:

  • Strong attention to detail and clear writing ability.
  • Naturally curious, with a proven interest in entertainment.
  • Willingness to learn and develop skills in research and data management.


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Researcher

London, London Media Contacts Ltd

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Are you excited by the fast-moving world of media and entertainment and eager to follow the people shaping it?


We’re looking for a Researcher to join a small, collaborative team delivering accurate and timely information to high-profile clients.


This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong office experience, internships, or work placements who is eager to build a career in research, analysis, or media intelligence.


Key responsibilities include:

  • Conducting desk-based research across a variety of media sources.
  • Verifying and organising information, spotting and resolving inconsistencies.
  • Writing clear summaries and working within a database.


Key requirements include:

  • Strong attention to detail and clear writing ability.
  • Naturally curious, with a proven interest in entertainment.
  • Willingness to learn and develop skills in research and data management.


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Data Researcher

£30000 - £33000 Annually Noa Recruitment Ltd

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permanent

Data Support Analyst - Hybrid UK - £3000

What is in it for you? As a talented Data Support Analyst you can expect:

  • A supportive and adaptive culture
  • Access to a structured training and career progression plan
  • Opportunities to take the lead on critical projects and enhance your career
  • Great salary - Up to £30,000 base and Package (neg for the right person)

We are helping an innovative technology business scale their Software team in in the UK.

Their software powers some of the worlds leading consumer brands across the digital commerce and experience space.

Due to continued growth and demand for their products they now urgently need a Data Support Analyst to help their marketing and sales team find accurate prospect data to max out sales opportunities.

This role would suit a Data Support Analyst who has lots of experience with data, data entry and some CRM knowledge. It is not a sales role.    

This role is Hybrid within the UK - the team work in Milton Keynes x2 days per week.

To be a successful, the ideal Data Support Analyst candidate will have:

·   A deep knowledge data entry and data research.

·   Good knowledge of Excel

·   Experience of any form or CRM

·   Experience of working in a small team and getting things done

If you are an ambitious Data Support Analyst hit apply and we will do the rest.

Please apply with your CV and we will be in touch for a confidential chat.

Noa Recruitment specialise in helping Software and Web Professionals and technical talent find great careers. If this role doesn't sound like you, but you know a great person who might be interested then please do share these details with them.

 

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User Researcher

London, London £45000 - £55000 Annually Akkodis

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User Researcher - Consultant
Akkodis are currently working in partnership with a leading service provider to recruit a number of User Researchers to join a leading digital team with a passion for user-centred design, critical thinking, problem solving and designing and building digital services and products.

Please note this is a hybrid role (in either London, Manchester, Glasgow office) with travel to client sites required on occasion and you will need to be eligible or hold current security clearance.

The Role
As a User Researcher you will work closely with Product Managers, Designers, developers, and other User Researchers to plan and conduct high-impact research that helps develop a better understanding of our clients' users.
The Responsibilities
* Contribute to creating better products and services that solve users' problems and meets their needs.
* Lead the research for your team, suggesting the best approaches and methodologies to use to capture the right user insights.
* Plan and run qualitative studies, including remote and in person interviews, observations, diary studies, concept testing and usability studies.
* Use quantitative methods such as surveys to identify actionable insights and collaborate with the analytics team to enhance qualitative insights.
* Consider the end-to-end user journey and external factors that may impact the user experience including business, policy, and technical constraints.
* Communicate research findings and involve your team in analysis and synthesis to develop empathy with the users and enable evidence-based design decisions.
* Help to embed user-centred design and user research best practices into teams and the wider business.

The Requirements
* Hands-on experience of leading user research, using behavioural and attitudinal methods and knowing when to apply them appropriately.
* Experience across multiple phases of a product or service lifecycle, from discovery and exploration through to design and delivery.
* Experience working with Government Digital Service (GDS) service standards, using GDS design principles
* Strong storytelling, communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills.
* Experience working in multi-disciplinary, agile teams where you've led the user research and influenced the design of a product or service through the insights you've gathered.
* Familiarity with using prototypes to test hypotheses, assumptions and validate user journeys.
* Understanding of a range of tools and practices for in-person and remote research.

If you are looking for an exciting new challenge to join a leading consultancy, please apply now.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

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Design Researcher

West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber £500 - £550 Daily Pontoon

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**Design Researcher** (Contract)

Duration: 6 Months (Possibility for extension)

Location: Leeds/Hybrid (2 days on site)

Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates

Role Profile


As a Design Researcher, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our banking services. You will conduct qualitative and quantitative research, usability testing, and user interviews to gather valuable insights that inform design decisions. Your work will directly influence product development, ensuring we meet and exceed our customers' needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative research to gather user insights and identify pain points.
  • Facilitate usability testing and analyse results to recommend improvements.
  • Conduct interviews and surveys to collect user feedback and preferences.
  • Synthesize research findings and present actionable insights to stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research into design processes.
  • Test content to ensure clarity and effectiveness in communication.
  • Influence stakeholders with compelling research narratives that guide product strategy.
  • Contribute to projects centered around change, ensuring user perspectives are prioritized.

Skills & Experience:

  • Proven experience in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies.
  • Strong skills in usability testing and conducting user interviews.
  • Excellent research synthesis skills, with the ability to distil complex information into clear, actionable insights.
  • Strong influencing skills to effectively communicate research findings to diverse stakeholders.
  • Experience in testing content to ensure user comprehension and engagement.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • A passion for understanding user behaviour and translating insights into design solutions.

Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team.

We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment.

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User Researcher

London, London £45000 - £55000 Annually Akkodis

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User Researcher - Consultant
Akkodis are currently working in partnership with a leading service provider to recruit a number of User Researchers to join a leading digital team with a passion for user-centred design, critical thinking, problem solving and designing and building digital services and products.

Please note this is a hybrid role (in either London, Manchester, Glasgow office) with travel to client sites required on occasion and you will need to be eligible or hold current security clearance.

The Role
As a User Researcher you will work closely with Product Managers, Designers, developers, and other User Researchers to plan and conduct high-impact research that helps develop a better understanding of our clients' users.
The Responsibilities
* Contribute to creating better products and services that solve users' problems and meets their needs.
* Lead the research for your team, suggesting the best approaches and methodologies to use to capture the right user insights.
* Plan and run qualitative studies, including remote and in person interviews, observations, diary studies, concept testing and usability studies.
* Use quantitative methods such as surveys to identify actionable insights and collaborate with the analytics team to enhance qualitative insights.
* Consider the end-to-end user journey and external factors that may impact the user experience including business, policy, and technical constraints.
* Communicate research findings and involve your team in analysis and synthesis to develop empathy with the users and enable evidence-based design decisions.
* Help to embed user-centred design and user research best practices into teams and the wider business.

The Requirements
* Hands-on experience of leading user research, using behavioural and attitudinal methods and knowing when to apply them appropriately.
* Experience across multiple phases of a product or service lifecycle, from discovery and exploration through to design and delivery.
* Experience working with Government Digital Service (GDS) service standards, using GDS design principles
* Strong storytelling, communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills.
* Experience working in multi-disciplinary, agile teams where you've led the user research and influenced the design of a product or service through the insights you've gathered.
* Familiarity with using prototypes to test hypotheses, assumptions and validate user journeys.
* Understanding of a range of tools and practices for in-person and remote research.

If you are looking for an exciting new challenge to join a leading consultancy, please apply now.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

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User Researcher

Bristol, South West £300 - £600 Daily Pontoon

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Job Title: Design Researcher/ User Researcher
Location: Bristol Harbourside (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week)
Contract Length: 12 months (potential for extension)
Day Rate: 300-600 (via umbrella or EC)
Client: A leading UK financial institution

Are you passionate about driving user-centred design in a large-scale digital environment?
We're looking for an experienced Design Researcher to join a collaborative digital team working on some of the most important services in UK financial technology. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your research skills in shaping strategic digital experiences used by millions.

What you'll be doing:

  • Leading both generative and evaluative research to inform product development
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary agile teams across discovery and delivery phases
  • Developing and managing research strategies that align with user needs and business outcomes
  • Advocating for the user by facilitating workshops, sharing insights, and embedding research within product culture
  • Building strong stakeholder relationships and helping research become a "team sport"

What we're looking for:

  • Extensive experience in UX, User, or Design Research roles, Embedded research experience is mandatory.
  • Proven ability to lead research initiatives and influence design direction
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skills
  • Strategic mindset and confidence in working with senior decision-makers
  • Experience working in large, structured organisations (ideally financial services)
  • Exposure to both public and private sector environments is a plus

Why apply?
You'll play a key role in shaping high-impact digital products, working within a team that values innovation, research, and real user outcomes. If you're ready to influence design at scale and thrive in a collaborative, agile setting-this could be your next great move.

Apply now to learn more !

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

Pontoon/Adecco is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

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User Researcher

London, London £590 Daily ARM

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User Researcher
6 Months
Hybrid - London 2 days per week (Inside IR35)
590 per day (Inside IR35)

***Due to the nature of the client, the selected candidate must be eligible for SC Clearance and have at least 5 years' residence in the UK***

The ideal candidate will have experience in GDS projects and have experience of Service Design

Requirements for the role
Strong experience in user research, service design, or human-centred design
Strong portfolio of research work demonstrating strategic impact, storytelling, and end-to-end capability
Deep expertise in user-centred design principles and research methodologies
Experience working within agile teams
Skilled in planning, conducting, and analysing research independently
Able to communicate findings clearly and influence decision-making at all levels
Comfortable facilitating workshops and engaging senior stakeholders
Familiarity with accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG) and inclusive research practices
Understanding and experience of Government Digital Services (GDS)

Desirables
Exposure to digital service delivery and integration with design systems
Degree in User Research, Psychology, HCI, Anthropology, or a related discipline

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

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User Researcher

London, London £45000 - £55000 Annually Akkodis

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User Researcher - Consultant
Akkodis are currently working in partnership with a leading service provider to recruit a number of User Researchers to join a leading digital team with a passion for user-centred design, critical thinking, problem solving and designing and building digital services and products.

Please note this is a hybrid role (in either London, Manchester, Glasgow office) with travel to client sites required on occasion and you will need to be eligible or hold current security clearance.

The Role
As a User Researcher you will work closely with Product Managers, Designers, developers, and other User Researchers to plan and conduct high-impact research that helps develop a better understanding of our clients' users.
The Responsibilities
* Contribute to creating better products and services that solve users' problems and meets their needs.
* Lead the research for your team, suggesting the best approaches and methodologies to use to capture the right user insights.
* Plan and run qualitative studies, including remote and in person interviews, observations, diary studies, concept testing and usability studies.
* Use quantitative methods such as surveys to identify actionable insights and collaborate with the analytics team to enhance qualitative insights.
* Consider the end-to-end user journey and external factors that may impact the user experience including business, policy, and technical constraints.
* Communicate research findings and involve your team in analysis and synthesis to develop empathy with the users and enable evidence-based design decisions.
* Help to embed user-centred design and user research best practices into teams and the wider business.

The Requirements
* Hands-on experience of leading user research, using behavioural and attitudinal methods and knowing when to apply them appropriately.
* Experience across multiple phases of a product or service lifecycle, from discovery and exploration through to design and delivery.
* Experience working with Government Digital Service (GDS) service standards, using GDS design principles
* Strong storytelling, communication, stakeholder management, and facilitation skills.
* Experience working in multi-disciplinary, agile teams where you've led the user research and influenced the design of a product or service through the insights you've gathered.
* Familiarity with using prototypes to test hypotheses, assumptions and validate user journeys.
* Understanding of a range of tools and practices for in-person and remote research.

If you are looking for an exciting new challenge to join a leading consultancy, please apply now.

Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law.

Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.

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