Methods is a Ā£100M+ IT Services Consultancy who has partnered with a range of central government departments and agencies to transform the way the public sector operates in the UK. They are recruiting for a User Researcher on a permanent basis, responsible for championing the user, planning and conducting user research, and collaborating with the product team to turn research findings into prototypes and features that meet the user need.
Requirements
- Championing the user
- Planning and conducting user research, developing recruitment briefs, analysis and presentation of findings
- Collaborating with the product team to turn research findings into prototypes and features that meet the user need
- Presenting research findings, user insight and recommendations to the product team
- Promoting user centered design principles and best practice within government
- Designing, scripting and analysing quantitative surveys
- Undertaking qualitative/quantitative research projects such as proposition development, visual identity and customer experience mapping
- Applying relevant knowledge in human factors, ethnography, and the user-centered design process to product and service design
- Managing day-to-day operations with usability and market research agencies with accountability for schedules, value for money and deliverables
Benefits
- Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience
- Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society
- Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership
- A supportive and collaborative environment
- Development ā A management development programme, and training
- Wellness ā 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme
- Flexible Working ā including home working and part time
- Social ā office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes
- Time Off ā 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year
- Volunteering ā 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation
- Pension ā Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution
- Life Assurance ā of 4 times base salary
- Private Medical Insurance ā which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
- Worldwide Travel Insurance ā which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included)
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
- Travel ā season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme
