Senior User Researcher — Lead Inclusive UX for Services

Government Recruitment Service; Belfast; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency is seeking a Senior User Researcher to lead user research initiatives in the Department for Business and Trade. This role involves planning, designing, and conducting user research while supervising other researchers. The ideal candidate will promote user-centred practices within multidisciplinary teams and ensure research is inclusive of diverse communities. Candidates should have experience in user research methodologies and an understanding of agile design principles. Competitive compensation and the opportunity to influence government services await the right individual.

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting user research in complex environments.
• Ability to supervise and coach other researchers.
• Proficiency in user-centred design methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct user research and supervise user researchers.
• Communicate findings effectively to influence decisions.
• Build user-centred practices in multi-disciplinary teams.
• Support team preparation for service assessments.

Skills

User research

Agile methodologies

Inclusive research practices

Team leadership

Job description

A government agency is seeking a Senior User Researcher to lead user research initiatives in the Department for Business and Trade. This role involves planning, designing, and conducting user research while supervising other researchers. The ideal candidate will promote user-centred practices within multidisciplinary teams and ensure research is inclusive of diverse communities. Candidates should have experience in user research methodologies and an understanding of agile design principles. Competitive compensation and the opportunity to influence government services await the right individual.