At a Glance
- Tasks: Support planning and execution of exciting market research projects.
- Company: Join a leading market research agency with a global presence.
- Benefits: Earn £19,000, gain hands-on experience, and receive comprehensive training.
- Other info: Potential for permanent position and leadership roles after apprenticeship.
- Why this job: Launch your career in market research with real-world experience and growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: A-Levels in Sciences preferred; strong communication and organisational skills needed.
The predicted salary is between 57692 - 70512 £ per year.
Swarm Recruitment is supporting Sensory and Consumer Research (SAM) in their search for two Market Research Apprentices. This full-time role offers an excellent opportunity to launch your career in market research within a supportive and inclusive team. Based in either the Nottingham or Reading offices, you’ll gain hands-on experience while completing a Level 4 Market Research Apprenticeship with comprehensive training and support throughout.
About SAM
SAM is a market research agency specializing in sensory and consumer science. It operates as part of a larger European and global business, working in 9 countries and over 21 offices.
About the Role
A Market Research Apprentice supports the planning, coordination and execution of research projects.
What This Role Offers
- Exposure to diverse research projects across industries.
- Exposure to different types of fieldwork, including CLTs, HUTs and qualitative studies.
- Opportunities to develop analytical, project management and client‑facing skills.
- A collaborative environment with room for growth into a full-time field, research or project management role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Project Coordination and Management:
- Fieldwork planning and supervision.
- Sample handling including managing local product sourcing & shipment, plus subcontractors.
- Programming and reviewing screeners, questionnaires and/or respondent instructions.
- Tracking and monitoring questionnaire completion.
- Assisting with project/results delivery.
- Client communication.
People:
- Close collaboration with other internal departments.
- Liaising with our international colleagues.
- Increasing exposure to clients.
- Working with consumers.
Education
A-Levels in Sciences preferred but not essential.
Technical Skills Required
Proficiency in Outlook & Teams; Basic understanding of PowerPoint & Excel.
Soft Skills Required
- A positive, solutions-focused mindset.
- Excellent organisational and time‑management abilities.
- Strong communication skills.
- Detail‑oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
- Excellent customer service.
- Problem solving.
Working Week
Core working hours are 36.5 hours from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday with a 45-minute lunch break. You will be required to work from the office on most days with some evening work required.
After successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity for a permanent position depending on performance. There is the potential of a successful career with the company which could move into a leadership position in the future.
Training Information
The apprenticeship training will be delivered by Swarm Training, a national provider of apprenticeships across the UK. The successful candidate will work towards the Level 4 Market Research qualification, which typically takes 15–18 months to complete, including assessments. As part of the apprenticeship requirements, 6 hours per week minimum will be allocated to self-study and off-the-job learning, supported by regular guidance from a dedicated tutor.
Application details
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