Market Research Interviewer - part time - Darlington

National Centre for Social Research; City Of London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social research organization seeks a Market Research Interviewer for a home-based part-time role in the UK. The role requires individuals to visit homes for vital research shaping public policy. Candidates should possess a valid UK driving licence and a car, with excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently. You’ll earn £13.50/hour plus a £250 joining bonus. Evening and weekend availability is necessary.

Benefits

£250 joining bonus

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• A valid UK driving licence is essential.
• Sole use of a car required.
• Class 1 Business Insurance needed.

Responsibilities

• Visit homes to carry out important research.
• Guide conversations using a tablet.

Skills

Resilience

Confident communication

Self-motivation

Basic tech comfort

Job description

Overview

Market Research Interviewer - part time - Darlington

Details

• Department: Data Collection Delivery, External Field
• Employment Type: Part Time
• Location: Home-based, UK
• Compensation: £13.50 / hour

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)

Compensation & Earnings

The average interviewer earns £13.50/hour, with the opportunity to earn more, the more interviews you achieve. If a month’s completed interviews would take your salary below minimum wage, we will pay you the difference. There is also a £250 joining bonus to get you started.

Role Purpose

What’s the role about?

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)

Requirements & Commitments

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 a role where you support or interact with members of the public, or customers — you’ve already got the right skills.

Hiring Process

Fast. Simple.

Apply online

Video interview (via Willo – do it anytime, anywhere)

Final interview (includes a short role play)

Offer & background checks – all digital

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.