Market Research Interviewer

Verian Group; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Social Market Research Interviewer, where you will engage with the public to gather valuable insights that influence public policy. This flexible role allows you to manage your own schedule, with a minimum commitment of 16-20 hours per week, primarily during afternoons, evenings, and weekends. You will receive comprehensive training and support to ensure your success in conducting interviews. With opportunities to earn bonuses based on performance and travel expenses covered, this position offers a rewarding way to make a difference while earning a competitive hourly wage.

Benefits

Fully-paid induction training

12.07% holiday pay

Pension scheme

Assistance Program

Regional Events

Insurance cover

Qualifications

• Must be over 18 and have a valid UK driving licence.
• No experience necessary; full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face interviews with the public in their homes.
• Build rapport and encourage participation in surveys.

Skills

Teamwork

Electronic device literacy

Engaging with new people

Willingness to travel

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Handheld device

Job description

About The Role

Face to Face Social Market Research Interviewer – Mobile, with travel up to 30 miles

Have you ever wondered where statistics like “36% of Britons think the government should reduce income tax” come from?

As a Social Market Research Interviewer, you will be interviewing members of the public, mostly in their homes. You will be provided a device to ask for their opinions on a wide range of subjects, and record their responses. We work on behalf of various clients, from government bodies to public sector organizations. Your data collection will help improve public services, shape governmental & corporate policies, and influence public policy across the UK.

We regularly recruit throughout the UK. If you are over 18, personable & confident when meeting new people, have a vehicle & a valid UK driving licence, and want to earn money while impacting public policy – then this is the role for you!

Compensation includes:

• £15.12* per hour (£13.50 per hour + £1.62 holiday pay) outside London, a £500 joiner bonus**, plus travel expenses, with opportunities to earn more as you gain experience.
• £18.15* per hour (£16.20 per hour + £1.95 holiday pay) within the M25 in London, a £500 joiner bonus**, plus travel expenses, with opportunities to earn more as you gain experience.

You will get to speak to a wide variety of people daily. Building rapport and encouraging participation are key aspects of the role.

Some assignments will be local; others may require travel up to 30 miles or more.

We provide comprehensive fully-paid training to set you up for success. Our dedicated training team supports you in-person on your first day and remains available throughout your employment.

• Initially, you will be paid hourly. After your probation, payment will be based on results, allowing you to potentially earn more through completed interviews, bonuses, and incentives.
• New joiner Bonus is paid when transitioning to payment by results, typically at 12 weeks.

Job Opportunity

This flexible customer service and market research role allows you some control over your working hours, with a minimum commitment of 16-20 hours per week, mainly in afternoons, evenings, and weekends, when research in people's homes is most successful. You can adjust your schedule around other commitments.

You will be knocking on doors to secure participation, with training provided to improve success. Engagement is facilitated by prior communication, and appointments can be scheduled at participants' convenience. Incentives may be offered to encourage participation, giving people a voice to influence public policy.

You may be assigned to a large geographic area, requiring travel up to 30 miles or more, with mileage paid. Access to a car or another vehicle is generally necessary, especially for roles outside London; alternative transportation options are available within London.

If interested, please apply below. You will be invited to a Microsoft Teams interview within a few days.

Essential Skills

• Mandatory use of a car
• No experience necessary; full training provided
• Must complete DBS, identity, employment, and right to work checks
• Electronic device literacy (handheld device use)
• Over 18 years old
• Right to work in the UK without sponsorship
• Willingness to travel up to 30 miles
• Teamwork across regions

Desirable Skills

• Experience in field sales (advantageous but not required)
• Outgoing personality, confident in engaging with new people and building rapport quickly

Benefits

• Fully-paid induction training
• 12.07% holiday pay on hours worked (equivalent to 20 days vacation for full-time)
• Pension scheme
• Assistance Program
• Regional Events (e.g., Roadshows & Coffee Mornings)
• Insurance cover