UX Researcher - Manchester, United Kingdom - KP UK

KP UK

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Manchester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

UX Researcher

Reference number:
JR235258***
Location: Hybrid working - home and our office at Universal Square, Manchester, UK

Working pattern:
Full-Time

Contract Type:
Permanent

Number of roles:1

Salary:
£36,400-£45,000 per annum

We are looking for a UX Researcher to join our team.

As a UX Researcher, you will work closely with the UX/Design teams and Kaplan teams to translate user research and analysis of user behaviour to continually improve and optimise our eCommerce websites and enhance the digital learning products we offer, across a portfolio of Kaplan and associated brands.

From planning through to final delivery, the role will ensure that research and data underpins and informs decision making so that the user remains at the centre of everything we do.

This is an excellent opportunity for a UX Researcher, who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.

A detailed job description can be viewed here.

What you'll bring to the role

Your solid understanding of planning and delivering user experience research using a variety of different qualitative and quantitative methods, will ensure that we are continuing to deliver great quality experiences that our users expect.

With a critical mindset, you're comfortable gathering and using data to help make user-centric recommendations. As a good communicator, you love to collaborate with others and

help bring user insight to life.

Good knowledge and experience of running and facilitating qualitative and quantitative design research activities
Good understanding of the strengths and limitations of different UX research methods and that will help deliver meaningful results for the organisation
Experience in areas such as planning, wireframing, usability and accessibility
Analytical mindset and able to interrogate data from a variety of sources
Ability to document and communicate actionable insights and recommendations with stakeholders throughout the business
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to build and foster strong and collaborative working relationships
Knowledge of web standards, browser and device compatibility
Strong presentation skills
Creative thinker, problem solver and a results driven passion
Experience with Google Analytics, analytics teams and/or CRO testing, advantageous but not essential
Experience working with ecommerce websites, advantageous but not essential

What we do
Kaplan Professional is a leading provider of apprenticeships, accountancy / tax / finance banking courses, and professional assessments. For almost 80 years, we've helped shape the development and careers of finance professionals.

We are part of the Kaplan group, one of the world's largest and most diverse education and assessment providers.

We operate in over 30 countries and maintain relationships and partnerships with more than 1,000 school districts, colleges and universities, professional bodies and over 10,000 businesses.

Our vast breadth and scope in terms of both capabilities and assets sets us apart.

What we believe in

Our goal is for Kaplan to be a great place to work where everybody can succeed, so we truly live and breathe our values: act with integrity, grow knowledge, empower support, create opportunity, drive results together.

Kaplan is a global organisation whose mission is rooted in providing equal access to education and opportunities for advancement to people of all backgrounds.

We believe diversity, equity and inclusion - of culture, experiences, perspectives - are paramount to creating success and opportunity in an ever-changing world.

As an educator, partner and employer, Kaplan is committed to promoting an equitable world in which diverse talent can develop, advance and thrive.

Our Values

We live, breathe and celebrate our values - they drive what we believe in, how we behave and guide us in creating a culture of success.

Act with integrity
Empower and support
Create opportunity
Grow knowledge
Drive results together

What we offer
As well as a competitive salary, transparent pay structures, hybrid/home working where possible, and paths for career progression, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

28 days annual leave + option to purchase more
Season ticket loan and cycle to work scheme
Big discounts on Kaplan courses for you and your family
Private medical, income protection, and life insurance
24/7 confidential helpline providing counselling and other support services
Company pension contributions
Maternity, Adoption, Shared Parental and Paternity/Partner pay which is well above statutory levels

**How to apply

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an online interview, if you are successful, you will be invited back for a face to face interview at our offices.

You will also be asked to prepare a presentation/task.

**Additional Application Information