Qualitative Researcher Executive

A well‑established qualitative research consultancy is seeking an enthusiastic Qualitative Researcher Executive to join their growing team. Known for uncovering deep human insights and helping brands understand real people in real contexts, the organisation delivers thoughtful, rigorous research across sectors. From ethnographic studies and behavioural research to customer journey exploration, their work combines curiosity, observation, and strategic thinking to bring human stories to life.

This is an excellent opportunity for an inquisitive graduate who thrives on understanding people and is eager to learn the craft of qualitative research. The successful candidate will support research delivery across a variety of projects and play a key role in shaping early insights that inform client strategy.

Salary: Competitive
Hours: Working hours Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm
Location: Hybrid working (4 days on site) in the Mansfield office
Benefits: Opportunities for training and development, Free parking, Employee wellbeing initiatives
Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supporting the planning and logistics of qualitative fieldwork, including participant recruitment and session preparation
• Assisting with on‑site observation, note‑taking, and capturing real‑world behavioural insights
• Preparing research materials, including stimulus and discussion guides
• Helping organise, code, and analyse research outputs to identify emerging themes
• Supporting video editing, clip selection, and visual stimulus creation
• Contributing to early‑stage insight development and project debrief preparation
• Gaining exposure to a wide variety of qualitative methods such as ethnography, behavioural research, customer journey studies, and traditional depth interviews

Required Skills and Experience:

• A degree in a human‑focused or curiosity‑driven discipline such as anthropology, sociology, psychology, geography, journalism, service design, or behavioural science (other interesting degrees also welcomed)
• A natural curiosity about people and how they behave, think, and make decisions
• Strong observational skills and comfort working in real‑world environments
• An interest in developing research craft skills, including analysis and storytelling
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team
• A proactive, open‑minded approach and enthusiasm for learning qualitative methods