Research Officer

Location: Yeovil (Hybrid – 3 days in office, 2 days remote) Type: Permanent, Full-Time (37 hours/week) Salary: £30,000 – £36,000 depending on experience strong benefits package We’re recruiting on behalf of a large, purpose-driven organisation with a strong social mission. They’re looking to bring in a skilled Research Officer to join their in-house insight and performance function—someone who can deliver high-quality research that drives real-world service and strategy improvements. This is a great opportunity for someone from a market or business research background who enjoys variety, stakeholder engagement, and translating complex data into clear, actionable insight. What you’ll be doing: Delivering qualitative and quantitative research projects end-to-end Designing surveys, interviews, focus groups, and desk-based research Producing clear, evidence-based reports tailored to different audiences Managing multiple projects at once with a focus on quality and outcomes Engaging with internal teams to embed insight into business planning and service delivery What we’re looking for: Proven experience in applied market/business research (not academic-only) Strong skills in both qualitative and quantitative methods Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing ability Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a busy, agile team Ideally degree-qualified or holding a relevant research-related qualification What’s in it for you? This role offers the chance to shape decisions that impact thousands of people across the region. You'll work in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment that values insight and innovation—and supports your continued development. Top benefits include: 28 days annual leave bank holidays, with the option to buy/sell days Up to 10% employer pension contribution Life assurance (5x salary) Flexible/agile working options Generous retail and lifestyle discounts Strong internal learning & development support If you're an experienced researcher who thrives on turning insight into impact, this could be a great next step. Please Apply to find out more!