User Researcher

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Company Description Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money. We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments. We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com. Job Description We’re looking for a mid-weight User Researcher to join our Product Design team at Experian. You’ll be joining a small, growing User Research team, playing a key role in shaping the user experience across two of our product domains. You’ll help us understand our customers deeply and make confident, evidence-based decisions. Working in-house as part of a cross-functional product team, you’ll collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and engineers to plan and run research that drives meaningful impact from early discovery through to post-launch evaluation. You’ll report into our Lead User Researcher and be supported to grow your craft, stretch your thinking, and help define what great research looks like at Experian. What you’ll be doing Partner with designers and product managers to identify research opportunities across the end-to-end product lifecycle. Plan and conduct research using a mix of methodologies, from usability testing and in-depth interviews to card sorts and concept testing. Balance generative and evaluative research to uncover needs, validate ideas, and inform product strategy. Apply lean research principles, delivering just enough insight, at the right time, to move teams forward with confidence. Synthesise findings into clear, actionable insights that influence product direction and measurable outcomes. Champion the voice of the customer across teams, helping others see how research drives impact. Contribute to evolving our research practice, operations, tools, and ways of working across domains. Qualifications Previous experience working in-house within a product team (not just agency or consultancy experience). Evidence of experimenting with AI tools to enhance your research process (for example in planning, synthesis, analysis, or operational efficiency) while maintaining research rigour and critical thinking. The ability to clearly demonstrate how your research influenced product decisions and outcomes. Proven expertise in usability testing, both moderated and unmoderated, including planning, facilitation, and analysis. Hands-on experience with qualitative methods such as interviews (moderated and unmoderated), diary studies, and card sorting. Experience leading research from problem framing through to evaluation and impact measurement. The ability to tailor your approach to context: balancing rigour with speed, depth with efficiency. Strong storytelling and communication skills. Additional Information Benefits package includes: Hybrid working - 40% office based Great compensation package and discretionary bonus Core benefits include pension, Bupa healthcare, Sharesave scheme and more 25 days annual leave with 8 bank holidays and 3 volunteering days. You can purchase additional annual leave. Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why. Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity. Grade: E/EB9 #LI-DS1 #LI-Hybrid Experian Careers - Creating a better tomorrow together Find out what its like to work for Experian by clicking here