Role and skill overview: Qualitative or Mixed Method Researcher Social Impact and Public Sector Research Focus on Deliberative Research (deliberative dialogue, public engagement, community engagement, participation, co creation) Central London office, hybrid with 2 days a week in the office.
More flexible arrangements can be made if required.
We are working with a mid-sized, independent and employee-owned research agency that specialise in insight and strategy.
They work across public, third and corporate sectors; conducting research within social impact research.
Sectors include Health, Transport, Environment (Net Zero and Climate), Housing Welfare and Education plus more.
This role will have a focus on their public sector clients.
They are known for delivering consultative research which has aided their growth and success.
Some recent projects have included looking at the cost of living crisis, sustainable living, policy solutions for climate change and public attitudes towards the NHS.
Due to project growth, they are looking for a mixed method or qualitative researcher with strong experience in designing and conducting deliberative engagement research; particularly large scale workshops and events.
This role will have a core focus on designing and managing small to large scale engagement projects.
You will need experience running face to face workshops, events and participatory research.
There will also be an element of working on their other research projects, so experience in the full suite of qual techniques is desired (moderating online and offline, focus groups, in depths).
There is an emphasis on new business development and bid writing for this role for deliberative engagement briefs.
These are hands on primary research roles where you will be involved in fieldwork, report writing, running projects and client management.
Relevant research experience is necessary.
This is a fieldwork heavy role and UK travel is expected monthly.
Hiring level, salary and benefits: Associate Director (£52,500 - £64,000).
Typically 6+ years of experience Substantial annual bonus scheme for all employees 40 days annual leave Private Medical Insurance Generous parental leave policies Generous employer pension contribution (8%) Core hours (flexible start and finish times) Please apply for next steps .
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and actively seek to embrace diversity across age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion, and sex.
For successful applicants, a recruitment consultant will be in touch via email to schedule a briefing call.
We will explain the role in more detail and share the company details before creating a formal application.
Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.