German-Speaking User Researcher (Contract)

RedRock Consulting; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a German-speaking User Researcher to support their UK team on a contract basis. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in user research and be fluent in both German and English. Responsibilities include planning and conducting user research, collaborating with designers and product teams, and translating insights into actionable recommendations. This role supports user-centred design for international products and requires strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a User Researcher in a digital product or service environment.
• Strong background in qualitative research methods; quantitative experience is a plus.
• Ability to manage research independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct qualitative and quantitative user research.
• Recruit, moderate, and analyse research sessions with German-speaking participants.
• Translate user insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed research findings.
• Produce research reports and documentation.

Skills

User research methods

Fluent German

Fluent English

Stakeholder management

Qualitative research methods

Job description

German-Speaking User Researcher (Contract)

Location: United Kingdom (Remote or Hybrid)

Contract: Contract / Freelance

Duration: Initial contract with potential extension

Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced German-speaking User Researcher to support a UK-based team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for a researcher who is passionate about user-centred design and has experience working across international or multilingual products.

The Role

You will work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to plan and deliver high-quality user research that informs product strategy and design decisions. A key part of the role involves conducting research with German-speaking users, ensuring insights are clearly communicated to English-speaking teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct qualitative and quantitative user research (e.g. interviews, usability testing, surveys)
• Recruit, moderate, and analyse research sessions with German-speaking participants
• Translate user insights into clear, actionable recommendations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed research findings into product development
• Produce research reports, presentations, and documentation for stakeholders
• Advocate for user needs throughout the product lifecycle

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a User Researcher in a digital product or service environment
• Fluent German and English (spoken and written)
• Strong background in qualitative research methods; quantitative experience is a plus
• Experience working with UX/UI designers and product teams
• Ability to manage research independently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills