Field Sales Rep - Remote Flexible - Portsmouth

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

Job summary

A leading social research organization in the UK seeks a Field Interviewer for a remote position. Responsibilities include conducting research in people's homes, utilizing basic technology, and working flexible hours. Ideal candidates should be resilient and self-motivated, with a valid UK driving license. No prior research experience needed. This role offers competitive pay with additional bonuses.

Responsibilities

• Visit people in their homes to carry out vital research.
• Utilize a tablet to guide conversations and collect insights.
• Commit to at least 20 hours a week, including evenings and weekends.

Skills

Resilient, confident communicators

Independent, self-motivated workers

Comfortable using basic tech (+ home WiFi)

Job description

Field Sales Rep - Remote Flexible - Portsmouth

Department: Data Collection Delivery, External Field

Employment Type: Freelance

Location: Home-based, UK

Description

A car is essential for this role.
To apply, you must have:

• A valid UK driving licence
• Sole use of a car
• Class 1 Business Insurance (you’ll need to purchase this)

You’ll be driving in your local area every day — this is non-negotiable.

Pay: £18–£20 per interview

• Admin fees, holiday pay (12.1%), travel time (£4.68/hr), mileage (36p/mile), and up to £750 in bonuses. Most interviewers earn around £15.12/hr (including holiday pay).

Out on the doorsteps, in tune with the nation.
As a Field Interviewer, you’ll visit people in their homes to carry out vital research that shapes public policy — from healthcare to education. Using a tablet, you’ll guide conversations to collect real insights into daily life in Britain.

This isn’t a desk job. You’ll be out knocking on doors — often unannounced. Some people won’t answer. Some will say no. You’ll face tough moments, but when someone says yes and shares their story, you’ll know you’ve helped influence real change.

What we’re looking for:

• Resilient, confident communicators
• People who bounce back after rejection
• Independent, self-motivated workers
• Comfortable using basic tech (+ home WiFi)

You must be able to commit to at least 20 hours a week, including evenings and weekends. You’ll also need to complete a DBS check, have the right to work in the UK, and access to a laptop or tablet for training.

No research experience needed. If you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, sales, driving, customer service, or freelance — you’ve already got the right skills.

Our hiring process:

• Application
• Video Interview (Willo)
• Final Interview (with role play)
• Offer & Background Checks

Need adjustments? Contact: [e-mail]

About Us

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.