User Researcher

Methods Business and Digital Technology
Full-time

📍 Job Overview

Job Title: User Researcher

Company: Methods Business and Digital Technology Limited

Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Job Type: Full-Time

Category: User Experience (UX) Research / Product Research

Date Posted: 2026-07-30

Experience Level: Mid-Level (2-5 years)

Remote Status: Hybrid (with potential for remote work)

🚀 Role Summary

  • Drive user-centricity across digital products and services by championing user needs and insights.

  • Plan, execute, and analyze a variety of qualitative and quantitative user research methodologies to inform product development and service design.

  • Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary agile teams, including designers and developers, to translate research findings into impactful prototypes and features.

  • Effectively communicate research findings, user insights, and strategic recommendations to diverse audiences, from product teams to senior stakeholders.

📝 Enhancement Note: This role sits within a consultancy that serves a significant public sector client base, with a growing private sector portfolio. The User Researcher will be expected to adhere to GDS (Government Digital Service) standards and promote user-centered design principles within government environments. The hybrid nature and specific location in Sheffield, England, are key considerations for candidates.

📈 Primary Responsibilities

  • Champion the user's voice

Application Requirements

Candidates must have experience in user-centered design practices and conducting research within agile environments. Knowledge of GDS standards and the ability to manage stakeholders effectively are essential for this role.