Market Research Interviewer - Part Time - Glasgow

National Centre for Social Research; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social research organization is seeking a part-time Market Research Interviewer in Glasgow. In this role, you will conduct interviews in the community, helping to gather vital data on health, housing, and transport. The position offers flexible hours, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Ideal candidates will possess a valid UK driving license and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%)

Travel time compensation at £4.68/hour

Mileage at 36p per mile

£250 bonus after your launch

Average hourly rate of £15.12

Qualifications

• Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car is essential.
• Willingness to complete a DBS check.
• Flexibility for weekdays, evenings, and weekends is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Visit people in their homes to conduct research interviews.
• Guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life.
• Create change that improves people's lives through data collection.

Skills

Good at talking to people

Strong verbal and written English

Reliable home broadband

Comfortable using basic technology

Job description

Market Research Interviewer - Part Time - Glasgow

Department: Field Interviewers

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Glasgow

Compensation: £15.12 / hour

Description

What you’ll do

You’ll visit people in their homes to conduct vital research interviews on topics such as health, housing and transport. Using a tablet or laptop you guide conversations that capture real experiences of daily life in Britain.

This is not a desk job. You’ll be out in your community, knocking on doors. People receive a letter beforehand, but they’re not always expecting you. Some won’t answer. Others will say no. That’s completely normal and part of the role.

When someone says yes and shares their story you know you’ve helped create change that improves people’s lives.

What you’ll earn

• £20-£30 per interview (typically)
• Admin fees and holiday pay (12.1%)
• Travel time at £4.68/hour (most projects)
• Mileage at 36p per mile (up to 10,000 miles)
• £250 bonus after your launch, then £250 more at two months and four months

Average hourly rate: £15.12 (including holiday pay), with experienced interviewers earning more.

What you’ll need

Essential

• Valid UK driving licence and sole use of a car
• Class 1 Business insurance
• Right to work in the UK
• Willingness to complete a DBS check
• Reliable home broadband
• Laptop or tablet with camera
• Comfortable using basic technology
• At least 18 hours available per week
• Flexibility for weekdays, evenings and weekends
• Strong verbal and written English

Personal qualities

• Good at talking to people
• Friendly and professional
• Resilient and confident
• Self‑motivated and independent
• Having good time management and prioritising skills

Who this suits

This role is ideal if you’ve worked in retail, hospitality, admin, driving, sales or any customer‑facing role. You don’t need research experience. We’re looking for reliable people who enjoy helping others and want flexible, part‑time hours that fit around other commitments.

Our process is quick and straightforward

• Apply online
• One‑way video interview (via Willo – do it anytime, anywhere)
• Final interview (includes a short role play)
• Offer
• Background checks (via Zinc)
• Start work

Need adjustments during the process? 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.