User Experience Researcher

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a UX Researcher to lead research projects in Slough. This role involves uncovering user needs and collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate research into product development. Ideal candidates will have strong UX research skills and the ability to influence product direction through insights. Join a collaborative environment dedicated to user-centered design.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and conducting qualitative and/or quantitative research.
• Ability to synthesize findings into insights that influence product direction.
• Strong understanding of the product development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and analyze research to identify user needs.
• Synthesize findings into clear insights for product direction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research.

Skills

UX research methods

Storytelling

Ethical research practices

User behavior understanding

Collaboration

Systems-thinking

Job description

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London 6 Pancreas Square, onsite 3 days per week

From £40.38 per hour

40 hours, Mon - Fri

About the Role

We’re looking for a UX Researcher to lead moderately complex research projects with minimal oversight. You’ll uncover user needs, motivations, and pain points, and translate those insights into clear recommendations that shape product and service improvements.

Working closely with designers, product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders, you’ll help guide strategy and ensure our solutions are rooted in user-centered thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct, and analyze qualitative and/or quantitative research to identify user needs and business opportunities.
• Synthesize findings into clear, compelling insights that influence product direction.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research into design and development.
• Prioritize research projects and proactively resolve roadblocks.
• Apply metrics and evaluation methods to measure the impact of design changes.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in UX research methods, storytelling, and ethical research practices.
• Strong understanding of user behavior, product development lifecycle, and interactive technology.
• Experience collaborating across teams and building consensus.
• Systems-thinking mindset with the ability to see how research fits into the larger product ecosystem.

Why Join Us?

You’ll shape products and services that truly meet user needs, working in a collaborative environment that values curiosity, creativity, and research-driven decision-making.