<h1><span>About Scrumconnect Consulting</span><br></h1><p><span>Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK national, award-winning SME digital consultancy with over 300 consultants across the UK. We partner with public sector organisations to design and deliver impactful, user-centred digital services that improve millions of lives.</span><br></p><p><span>We place equal importance on our people, culture and work-life balance as we do on delivering high-quality services. Collaborative, entrepreneurial and problem-solving by nature, we build high-performing teams that drive sustainable digital transformation.</span><br></p><h2><span>Why Work with Us: 3 Ways We're Different</span><br></h2><ul><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>We're not just a consultancy; we're a community, with a strong culture of learning, knowledge-sharing and continuous improvement.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Our consultants are highly experienced, typically bringing 10+ years of expertise in solving complex problems.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>We build handpicked, high-performing teams with strong empathy, trust and a user-first mindset.</span><br></p></li></ul><h2><span>The Role</span><br></h2><p><span>We're looking for an experienced Senior User Researcher to join a large, multidisciplinary agile team delivering complex, high-impact digital services.</span><br></p><p><span>You'll lead user research across complex services, embed user-centred practice in new teams, and align research with wider delivery and service objectives. You'll also mentor and support other researchers, helping to assure and improve the quality of research.</span><br></p><h2><span>Key Responsibilities</span><br></h2><ul><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Plan and lead user research activities on complex digital services.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Embed user-centred and inclusive research practice within teams.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Align research activity with service strategy and delivery plans.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Analyse and synthesise research findings, turning insight into clear recommendations.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Supervise, mentor and support other user researchers.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Advocate for user research with stakeholders and delivery teams.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Support agile teams to adopt and mature user-centred practice.</span><br></p></li></ul><h2><span>What We're Looking For</span><br></h2><p><b><span>Essential:</span></b><br></p><ul><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Strong experience as a Senior User Researcher on GDS-aligned digital services.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Proven experience planning and delivering a wide range of user research methods.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Strong analysis and synthesis skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Experience designing and delivering inclusive and accessible research.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Ability to work closely with designers, developers and product managers.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Experience embedding user-centred design in agile environments.</span><br></p></li></ul><p><b><span>Knowledge and Capability:</span></b><br></p><ul><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Understanding of the social and technological context of government services.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Ability to align research with strategic decision-making.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Good technical awareness of how digital services are built and operated.</span><br></p></li></ul><h2><span>Why Join Scrumconnect Ltd?</span><br></h2><p><span>As part of our team, you will benefit from:</span><br></p><ul><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Exposure to major public sector digital transformation programmes.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>A collaborative and inclusive working culture, with a strong focus on learning and knowledge-sharing.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Opportunities for learning, development and certification.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Work-life balance and flexible working.</span><br></p></li></ul><h2><span>Application Process</span><br></h2><ol start="1"><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>Submit your CV to </span><a href="mailto:recruitment@scrumconnect.com" target="_blank"><span>recruitment@scrumconnect.com</span></a><span>.</span><br></p></li><li><p style="margin-top:0px"><span>If shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview.</span><br></p></li></ol><h2><span>Diversity and Inclusion</span><br></h2><p><span>At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual is respected, valued and supported.</span><br></p><p><span>We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences, and we actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, underrepresented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements.</span><br></p><div><br></div><br>
Application Requirements
Candidates must have strong experience as a Senior User Researcher on GDS-aligned digital services and proficiency in a wide range of research methods. You should also possess excellent analysis skills and the ability to influence stakeholders while working effectively with designers and developers.