Part Time Evening jobs in Edinburgh

About the Role

Face to Face Social Market Research Interviewer – Mobile (travel up to 30 miles)

Have you ever wondered where headlines like “36% of Britons think the government should reduce income tax” come from? That's where you come in.

As a Social Market Research Interviewer, you will visit people in their homes, gather their views on topics that matter, and record responses using a provided device.

Every conversation counts – your work helps shape decisions on crime, health, education, and more – influencing policies that impact millions across the UK.

Why join Us?

• Make an impact: Work on major national studies like the Crime Survey for England & Wales and Understanding Society
• Flexibility: Fit shifts around your life – afternoons, evenings, weekends
• Great pay and perks:

• Inside London: £18.15/hr (£16.20 + £1.95 holiday pay)
• Outside London: £16.09/hr (£14.35 + £1.74 holiday pay)
• £250 joiner bonus (paid upon completion of the induction and assessment period c. week 12), paid travel expenses, and the chance to earn more with performance-based pay
• Includes 12.07% holiday pay (equivalent to 20 days if working full time)

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  Comprehensive, fully paid training to set you up for success.
• Additional benefits: Access to wellbeing resources, employee assistance support, pension arrangements where eligible, and insurance cover relevant to the role.
• Support from day one: You will receive paid training and ongoing support from experienced regional managers, with optional local events and development opportunities

Job Opportunity

What you will do

• Knock on doors, engage with people, and explain why their opinions matter
• Use our device to record responses accurately
• Travel within the geographic area available for work, usually up to 30 -40 miles with mileage paid
• Make participation easier: advance letters sent to participants, and you can book appointments that work for both sides

Essential Skills

What we’re looking for

• Over 18, confident, and personable
• A valid UK driving licence and a car is required if working outside the London area
• Comfortable using handheld devices – full training provided
• Successful applicants will complete DBS, identity, and Right to Work checks. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship
• No experience? No problem – full training provided
• Bonus points for sales or customer service experience, but not essential

Pay and working pattern

• You will start on hourly pay. After completing your introductory period (around 12 working weeks), you will move to Payment by Results (PBR), where earnings are based on completed interviews, plus bonuses and incentives.
• This is part-time, casual work, work availability varies throughout the year and opportunities cannot be guaranteed

Ready to influence the future? Apply now and start making a difference