Research Interviewer - London, United Kingdom - NatCen Social Research

NatCen Social Research

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Role:
Research Interviewer

Location:
London E, SW, N, NW Field based

Salary:
£24,000 + monthly performance related bonus

Department:
Operations, Data Collection

Contract:
Full Time 35 hours per week (21 & 28-hour contracts will also be considered at a pro-rata salary)

About NatCen

With our charitable mission to make the public heard, NatCen has an unrivalled reputation in the field of social research and leads the way in collecting key data for government departments, universities and major charities.

About the role

As a NatCen Research Interviewer, you will conduct in-home surveys with members of the public across a wide range of interesting topics and policy areas such as transport, health, education and housing.

Previous experience is not required. You will receive full training when you start, and ongoing support will be provided. Simply being a good communicator and projecting a positive attitude will make you successful in the role.

This role is not office based. Travelling to residential areas as part of your working day is a key part of the role. You must have sole use of a car or be able to reliably commute to areas within & around Greater London, business insurance and a valid driver's license to apply. Home broadband is also essential.
NatCen does not conduct marketing or sales activities.

Prior to your visit, all households are sent an introductory letter explaining in detail the purpose of our research inviting them to take part in our study.

Your typical 35-hour week will be conducted over 7 days. At least 50% of your time will be carried out during evenings and weekends.

To qualify as a Research Interviewer you will:

Be outgoing, confident, a great communicator and be happy to meet new people;
Be able to work 5 days a week (35 hours) with at least 50% of this time being worked during evenings and weekends
Have a valid driving licence and sole use of a car or be able to reliably commute to areas within and around Greater London
Have Internet broadband at home;
Obtain a Basic DBS before commencing work for NatCen
Regularly speak with your manager who will support your development;
Be comfortable with using computer equipment;
Be adaptable to the changing requirements of the role, such as using new computer equipment and software;

Your CV and cover letter demonstrating your:

Self-motivation
Communication skills
Planning and organisation skills
Documents to verify your identity and to show you're eligible to work and drive in the UK;
References for your past three years of work history.

Our Benefits

As well as a competitive salary and bonus you will be working for the largest independent social research company in the UK.

We are proud of the benefits we offer our employees which include;

25 days holiday, which increases to 30 days after 3 years of employment (plus 8 bank holidays); (Prorata for parttime contracts)
Mileage allowance;
Generous Company Pension Scheme;
Life Insurance and Health Cash Plan;
NatCen Rewards, our online benefits scheme offering discounts at over 800 retailers and service providers;
Cycle to work scheme & Season ticket loan;
Enhanced parental leave & Employee Assistance Programme;
Career development, professional subscriptions support and mentoring support from industryleading experts.