Field Sales Rep - Remote Flexible - Manchester

the National Centre for Social Research; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading social research organization as a Field Interviewer, where your pivotal role will be to gather insights that shape public policy. You'll work independently, visiting homes within your community and engaging with the public to understand their experiences and opinions. The position requires excellent communication skills, resilience, and the ability to handle rejection, making it ideal for motivated individuals who cherish meaningful interactions and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Performance-based pay

Travel time compensation

Mileage reimbursement

£250 bonus after initial work

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving license and sole use of a car.
• Class 1 Business insurance required.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interviews in various communities, securing valuable insights.
• Handle refusals and maintain resilience throughout the hiring process.
• Manage technology for interviews including tablets.

Skills

Resilience

Confidence

Excellent people skills

Verbal and written English

Job description

Job Description

Out on the doorsteps, in tune with the nation.

As a Field Interviewer, you’ll play a vital role in capturing the voices that help shape public policy and services across the UK. You’ll visit people in their homes, using a tablet to guide conversations that uncover real stories about daily life — from routines and opinions to the challenges people face.

While this isn’t a desk job, you’ll be out in the community, knocking on doors in your local area. People you visit may have received a letter about the research but might not always be expecting you or willing to participate. You’ll encounter closed doors, refusals, or no answers — which is part of the job. Resilience and a positive attitude are essential, as well as the ability to bounce back quickly and stay energetic for each new door.

When someone agrees to participate, you’ll know you’ve captured valuable insights that could improve public services and community support. The role requires confidence, resilience, and excellent people skills. If you’re comfortable with rejection, motivated by meaningful conversations, and enjoy working independently, this could be the perfect role for you.

About Us

We’re Britain’s largest independent social research organisation, helping shape policies that impact millions — from transport and education to healthcare and housing.

Our work is trusted by government departments, charities, and universities because it’s based on real experiences. We have a nationwide team of over 700 interviewers and nurses who go into communities to ask questions that matter, helping Britain understand itself better.

Recruitment Process

Our process combines human expertise and technology to thoroughly assess each application. It includes:

• Application
• One-Way Video Interview (via Willo)
• Final Interview (including role play)
• Offer
• Hired

We support applicants with reasonable adjustments; please contact us at [emailprotected] for assistance.

Skills, Knowledge, and Requirements

We seek curious, confident, and motivated individuals who want to make a difference. Resilience is important due to potential knockbacks and difficult conversations. If you enjoy meaningful conversations, working independently, and contributing to impactful research, we want to hear from you.

To be considered, you need:

• A valid UK driving license and sole use of a car
• Class 1 Business insurance
• The right to work in the UK
• A willingness to complete a DBS check
• A reliable broadband internet connection
• A laptop or tablet with a camera
• Comfort with basic technology
• Availability for at least 20 hours per week
• Flexibility to work weekdays, evenings, and weekends
• High standard of verbal and written English

Experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, admin, driving, freelance, or sales is beneficial but not required. We value friendly, reliable people who enjoy helping others and seek flexible, part-time roles that fit around other commitments.

Benefits & Pay

This freelance role offers flexible hours and performance-based pay, typically £18–£20 per interview, plus admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%).

Additional benefits include:

• Travel time at £4.68/hour
• Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles)
• A £250 bonus after two days of work, plus two more £250 bonuses after two and four months

Average earnings are around £15.12 per hour, including holiday pay, with potential to earn more with experience.

At the National Centre for Social Research, we believe social research can improve lives by understanding people's experiences and opinions, giving the public a voice in shaping services that matter. As a not-for-profit, independent organisation, we focus on delivering impactful social research for society.