Research Consultant

As a Research Consultant at GC Insight, you’ll be a valued member of our consultancy team from day one, working alongside colleagues ranging from recent graduates to experienced industry professionals. You’ll contribute to projects tackling real-world economic, social and environmental challenges across the UK, while developing your research, analytical and consultancy skills.

Your work will be varied. You might analyse socio-economic data and identify trends, carry out desk and policy research, design surveys, interview stakeholders, or turn complex evidence into clear charts, maps, presentations and reports. You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues to develop evidence and insights that help our clients understand challenges, make informed decisions and maximise the impact of their investments. You’ll also have opportunities to explore how AI, data and emerging digital tools can improve the way we undertake and communicate our research.

Our projects cover a wide range of subjects. Recent work includes developing economic and regeneration strategies for towns and cities; researching future skills and workforce needs; evaluating initiatives tackling poverty and inequality; supporting the transition to a more sustainable economy; assessing the value of cultural projects; and evaluating major public investment in areas including housing, broadband, the environment and employment support.

We’re looking for someone who is curious, analytical and interested in the world around them. You’ll have strong numerical and written communication skills, an ability to work confidently with data and evidence, and an interest in understanding the economic and policy issues affecting people and places across the UK.

You’ll ideally have a good Honours degree (2:1 or above) in Economics, Geography, Urban Regeneration and Development, Data Science or another relevant subject. Previous relevant work experience is desirable, but this role is also about your potential: we’re looking for someone ambitious, proactive and keen to learn, who enjoys collaborating with others and cares about producing high-quality work.

You’ll receive hands-on experience across a diverse range of projects, with opportunities to build your skills and progress your career. We offer a supportive, friendly environment, including a dedicated buddy and peer network, hybrid working, 25 days’ holiday increasing with service, a 6% employer pension contribution, a discretionary bonus scheme, staff volunteering days and other benefits.