Hybrid Lead Product Researcher: Strategy-Driven Discovery

SS&C; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services and technology firm is seeking a Lead Product Researcher in London, Essex. This hybrid role involves developing and managing the research function for product design and strategy, focusing on user needs and competitive analysis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience conducting user research, delivering actionable insights, and will bring a data-driven approach to influence product decisions. The company offers a flexible work model and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Professional development reimbursement

Competitive holiday scheme

Comprehensive wellbeing benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• At least 4 years as UX or Product Researcher in product-led organizations.
• Experience influencing product strategy and design based on research.
• Proficient with qualitative and quantitative research methods.

Responsibilities

• Own and conduct user, market, and competitor research.
• Champion research-driven thinking across product design.
• Develop and maintain research insights for product managers.

Skills

User research

Market research

Data analysis

Storytelling

A/B testing

Interviewing

Education

Bachelor's degree

Postgraduate qualification in behavioural science or related field

Tools

UserTesting

Hotjar

Optimal Workshop

Job description

A financial services and technology firm is seeking a Lead Product Researcher in London, Essex. This hybrid role involves developing and managing the research function for product design and strategy, focusing on user needs and competitive analysis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience conducting user research, delivering actionable insights, and will bring a data-driven approach to influence product decisions. The company offers a flexible work model and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.