At a Glance
- Tasks: Plan and deliver user research to shape impactful digital services.
- Company: Join a central government team focused on user-centred design.
- Benefits: Earn up to £650 per day with flexible remote work options.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in secure, high-impact projects.
- Qualifications: Must have current DV clearance and strong GDS experience.
The predicted salary is between 46800 - 65000 £ per year.
Have you got what it takes to succeed? The following information should be read carefully by all candidates.
Rate: Up to £650 per day (Inside IR35)
Location: London (3 days per week on-site)
Contract: Initial contract with strong extension potential
We're hiring an experienced DV-cleared User Researcher to support the delivery of user-centred digital services within a central government environment. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a high-impact, secure programme where research plays a critical role in shaping policy-backed digital products and services.
Key Requirements- Active Developed Vetting (DV) clearance - must be current and transferable
- Strong experience working to GDS standards and the Government Service Standard
- Demonstrable experience delivering user research across Discovery, Alpha and Beta phases
- Confident engaging with senior stakeholders, multidisciplinary delivery teams and service owners
- Ability to translate complex research findings into clear, actionable insights that influence design and product decisions
- Plan, design and deliver a range of qualitative and quantitative research activities
- Champion user-centred design principles and evidence-led decision-making
- Collaborate closely with designers, product managers, developers and policy colleagues
- Communicate insights effectively through research reports, playback sessions and workshops
- Ensure outputs align with GDS standards and support service assessments
Working Pattern: 3 days per week on-site in London, remaining days remote, offering a balanced and flexible working model.
If you're a DV-cleared User Researcher with strong GDS experience and are looking for a London-based contract with meaningful impact in a secure environment, we'd like to hear from you.
Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives.
DV Cleared User Researcher - Contract in West Bromwich employer: Sanderson Government and Defence
Join a forward-thinking organisation that values user-centred design and offers a collaborative work culture in the heart of London. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, we provide our employees with opportunities for professional growth while working on impactful government projects. Enjoy a flexible working model that balances on-site collaboration with remote work, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful experience in your role as a DV Cleared User Researcher.
Contact Details:
Sanderson Government and Defence Recruitment Team
