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User Research & Design Specialist

London
3 weeks ago
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Our client, a global organisation urgently require a User Research & Design specialist to join their team on a permanent basis.

In order to be successful, you will have the following experience:

Proven experience in conducting user research studies, employing a variety of research methods and tools
Worked either within Government, or Government customers
Proficient in using research tools and software, such as user testing platforms, survey tools, and data analysis software
Experience working in cross-functional teams and collaborating with designers, product managers, and developers.
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Within this role, you will be responsible for:

Planning and executing user research studies, employing a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods, such as interviews, usability testing, surveys, and ethnographic research.
Collecting and analysing user data, employing appropriate research tools and techniques, to derive actionable insights and recommendations.
Develop user archetypes, journey maps, and other user-centred design and research artifacts to effectively communicate user insights and facilitate decision-making.
Collaborating with designers, product managers, and developers to translate research findings into well-designed products and services that meet user and business.
Advocating for the user throughout the product development lifecycle, ensuring that user needs and preferences are considered at every stage.
Staying up to date with the latest trends, tools, and methodologies in user research and user-centred design, constantly evolving your craft to maximise impact, pace and value.

This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent position within a commercialy focused and high profile organisation.

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas

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