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Senior User Researcher

Leeds, England, gb💼 Full-time🗓 2026-10-05 → 2026-10-07
HybridNo visa sponsorshipSecurity clearance required

Core

Lead user research activities to build user-centred practices, align research with service propositions, and inform decision-making for digital services in the UK public sector.

Role type

Senior User Researcher (Strategy & Mentorship)

Builds

User-centred digital services and accessible service propositions for the UK public sector (via careerplan.io/jobs/744000153467069-senior-user-researcher-at-netcompany)

Domain

Public sector digital services / UX Research

Required skills

User research methods (primary & secondary), Data analysis and synthesis, Inclusive research design, Agile and user-centred practices, Stakeholder presentation, Technical understanding of digital services

Preferred skills

Experience with GDS design principles, Mentoring junior researchers, Engaging sceptical colleagues in analysis

Technologies

GDS design principles, Agile workflow tools

Responsibilities

Carry out user research and supervise/develop other researchers, Align research activities with wider service plans, Advocate for inclusive and accessible service design, Present research findings to diverse audiences, Help teams adopt user-centred practices in agile workflows, Critique findings to assure best practice

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities