Design Researcher

Job Title: Design Researcher Location: Bristol Harbourside (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week) Contract Length: 12 months (potential for extension) Day Rate: 300- 600 (via umbrella or EC) Client: A leading UK financial institutionAre you passionate about driving user-centred design in a large-scale digital environment? We''re looking for an experienced Design Researcher to join a collaborative digital team working on some of the most important services in UK financial technology. This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your research skills in shaping strategic digital experiences used by millions.What you''ll be doing:Leading both generative and evaluative research to inform product developmentCollaborating with multidisciplinary agile teams across discovery and delivery phasesDeveloping and managing research strategies that align with user needs and business outcomesAdvocating for the user by facilitating workshops, sharing insights, and embedding research within product cultureBuilding strong stakeholder relationships and helping research become a "team sport"What we''re looking for:Extensive experience in UX, User, or Design Research rolesProven ability to lead research initiatives and influence design directionStrong stakeholder engagement and collaboration skillsStrategic mindset and confidence in working with senior decision-makersExperience working in large, structured organisations (ideally financial services)Exposure to both public and private sector environments is ..... full job details .....