Field Researcher - Market Research

As a Field Researcher at our company, you'll embark on journeys commissioned by leading transport organizations, where you will contribute to the improvement of transportation services across the country

Your mission: to collect invaluable public feedback that shapes the future of travel services.

This project is conducted on-board busses, at bus stops, and at bus stations. Other than some remote supervision, as a field representative you'll independently manage your own shift on-site.

Your main responsibility is to simply recruit and encourage respondents to participate in a survey by using a quick 1-2-minute screening questionnaire. Participants then complete the survey on their own.

Locations

Bus shifts operate at various bus stop clusters and routes running in Bournemouth. Available locations include Bournemouth City Centre, Littledown, Poole, Southbourne & more. Travel expenses are covered as mentioned below.

Shift Patterns & Pay

Embrace flexibility in this versatile role, perfect for retirees, students, or full-time workers looking to supplement their income. Shifts can be booked to fit into a schedule that works for you weeks in advance .

Shifts average are only 2.5 hrs to 4 hrs long, and pay ranges from £13.44 p/h to £16.52 p/h depending on the shift length, shift time, & shift location. Benefit from premium rates for early morning, evening, and weekend shifts. We provide coverage for public transport costs, mileage, and necessary parking expenses.

You'll receive your pay 1 month in arrears on the 28th of each month.

Project Commencement Week of the 13th

Upon passing an initial screening call, you will be invited to complete an Online Training Workshop & Assessment. You will then be accompanied on your first shift with someone experienced to provide support and help familiarize you with the practical aspects of the role.

There is an opportunity to be offered work on a variety of other research projects depending on your performance.

Why work for us?

• Flexible Schedule: This role is incredibly flexible, allowing you to choose as many shifts as you want, making it easy to balance with other commitments like studies, family, or another job.


• Expense Coverage: We cover your public transport costs and mileage expenses, and we even provide paid travel time for journeys that exceed 1 hour.


• Make a difference: be at the forefront of driving positive changes in the way people experience transportation


• Exploration: Embrace the opportunity to travel and adventure across different routes and locations in the region
  
  Professional Demeanour: We value politeness and courtesy in all interactions with the public.


• Effective Communication: Strong communication skills are essential to engage respondents effectively.


• Positive Attitude: An upbeat and persuasive personality goes a long way in gathering valuable feedback.


• Goal-Oriented: You should be comfortable working towards targets, helping us meet our research objectives.


• Self-Reliance: The ability to work independently and efficiently is crucial in this role.


• Adherence to Guidelines: Consistently following project guidelines ensures data accuracy and research integrity., This job requires you to survey members of the public on board busses. What relevant roles or experiences have you had involving public interaction?


• The role involves independently managing yourself during shifts without on site supervision. How have you demonstrated self-reliance in a previous job or project?


• If you don't have a valid drivers license, will you be able to reliably commute around Bournemouth for this job?


Licence/Certification:

• Drivers License (preferred)
  
  Our company has over 20 years experience of providing market research services across the world. Located in Central London, they cater to a number of different sectors and markets providing tailored B2B and B2C services, ranging from telephone, face to face and online services.
  
  Job Types: Part-time, Freelance, Zero hours contract


Pay: £13.44-£16.44 per hour

Expected hours: 3 - 20 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension


• Free or subsidised travel


• Referral programme


• Work from home


Schedule:

• Day shift


• Flexitime


• Monday to Friday


• Night shift


• Weekend availability