Market Research Field Interviewer per Shift

Join Ipsos and take on a role that gets you out and about in your local area. As a Field Market Research Interviewer, you’ll travel across bus routes and stations, speaking with passengers to help improve public transport across the UK.

Each shift is based on a specific route, stop, or station. You’ll be provided with everything you need, including a tablet, survey materials, and , to carry out your work confidently.

During your shift, you will:

• Approach passengers and invite them to take part in a short survey
• Ask a set of structured questions and accurately record responses
• Capture feedback on their journey and experience
• Occasionally count passenger numbers (footfall)

Shifts may vary:

• Some involve travelling on a bus for the full route
• Others are based at a bus stop or station (typically around 3 hours)

You’ll be working independently, often in public-facing environments, so confidence and resilience are key.

• Paid per shift (rather than hourly)
• Typically around 2 shifts per week
  , depending on local demand
• Flexible, part‑time work that fits around other commitments
• Free travel on the bus services you are surveying
• Opportunities for additional work and performance‑based earnings

This role can involve early starts, varied locations, and approaching people who may not always want to take part, but it’s also a great way to work flexibly and meet a wide range of people.

• Comprehensive, award‑winning training
• Supportive team environment and ongoing guidance
• Access to employee discounts

• Are confident speaking to members of the public
• Are comfortable working independently in different locations
• Can stay motivated, even when responses are low
• Have a full driving licence and access to a car
• Are happy travelling locally and working on buses
• Are looking for flexible, ongoing fieldwork opportunities

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