Field Sales Rep

National Centre for Social Research; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social research organization in Huddersfield seeks a Field Sales Rep to conduct vital research interviews in the community. The ideal candidate has a valid UK driving license and the willingness to use their own vehicle. You'll work flexible part-time hours, visiting people at home to capture crucial insights that improve lives in the UK. The role offers competitive compensation with bonuses and other benefits and is suited for anyone with customer-facing experience.

Benefits

Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%)

Travel time compensation (£4.68/hour)

Mileage compensation (36p per mile)

Bonus payments after launch and ongoing

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car.
• Class 1 Business insurance.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.
• Reliable home broadband.
• Laptop or tablet with camera.
• Comfortable using basic technology.
• At least 18 hours available per week.
• Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Visit people in their homes to conduct vital research interviews.
• Guide conversations capturing real experiences of daily life in Britain.
• Maintain the flexibility to work in various time slots including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Good at talking to people

Friendly and professional

Resilient and confident

Self-motivated and independent

Good time management and prioritising skills

Strong verbal and written English

Job description

Field Sales Rep - Huddersfield

Department: Field Interviewers

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Huddersfield

Compensation: £15.12 / hour

Description

What you'll do

You'll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research interviews on important topics such as health, housing and transport. Using a tablet or laptop, you will guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.

This is not a desk job. You will be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they may not be expecting you. Some won’t answer, others will say no; that is normal and part of the role.

But when someone says yes and shares their story, you will know you have helped create change that improves people’s lives.

What you’ll earn

£20-£30 per interview (typically), plus:

• Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%)
• Travel time at £4.68/hour (most projects) for travel to the area you are working in
• Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles)
• £250 bonus after your launch, then £250 more at two months and four months

Average hourly rate: £15.12 (including holiday pay), with experienced interviewers earning more.

What you’ll need

Essential:

• Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car
• Class 1 Business insurance
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to complete a DBS check
• Reliable home broadband
• Laptop or tablet with camera
• Comfortable using basic technology
• At least 18 hours available per week
• Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends
• Strong verbal and written English

Personal qualities:

• Good at talking to people
• Friendly and professional
• Resilient and confident
• Self‑motivated and independent
• Having good time management and prioritising skills

Who this suits

This role is ideal if you have worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales or any customer‑facing role. You don’t need research experience. We are looking for reliable people who enjoy helping others and want flexible, part‑time hours that fit around other commitments.

Our process is quick and straightforward

• Apply online
• One‑way video interview (via Willo – do it anytime, anywhere)
• Final interview (includes a short role play)
• Offer
• Background checks (via Zinc)
• Start work

Need adjustments during the process? Contact: [e-mail]

Key Responsibilities

We’re NatCen, the UK’s largest independent social research organisation. Our work is trusted by government, universities and charities, and helps improve lives across the country.