Lead UX Researcher (Hybrid/UK) | Discovery to Validation

hedgehog lab; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital consultancy in the UK is seeking a UX Researcher to join their team. The role involves leading comprehensive user research to inform product design, from initial discovery to testing. This position requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in user research, excellent presentation skills, and a solid understanding of ethical research practices. The company offers a flexible working environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a range of employee benefits.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Flexible working environment

Annual learning and development budget

Mental health support

Bupa cash plan

Company-supplied Apple Mac

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ research experience in UX or closely related fields.
• Strong judgement in method selection and study design that balances rigor with constraints.
• A solid understanding of UX principles and ethical/GDPR-compliant research.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end user research for client projects, often involving mobile or web apps.
• Design and execute qualitative and quantitative studies including interviews and surveys.
• Present findings and lead stakeholder workshops to align on user-centered outcomes.

Skills

User research

Qualitative research methods

Quantitative research methods

Stakeholder management

Presentation skills

Job description

A leading digital consultancy in the UK is seeking a UX Researcher to join their team. The role involves leading comprehensive user research to inform product design, from initial discovery to testing. This position requires a minimum of 3 years' experience in user research, excellent presentation skills, and a solid understanding of ethical research practices. The company offers a flexible working environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a range of employee benefits.