Senior User Researcher - GDS | Outside IR35 | Remote | Immediate Start at Satigo Ltd, United Kingdom, 3 Months, £Contract Rate

We are looking for an experienced Senior User Researcher (GDS) to join a fast-paced digital programme within a government-aligned environment. This role requires a practitioner who can lead user research end-to-end and operate confidently within GDS frameworks and Agile delivery teams.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong experience as a Senior User Researcher within UK Government/Public Sector (GDS)
• In-depth knowledge of GDS Service Standard and Agile (Discovery, Alpha, Beta, Live)
• Proven ability to plan, design, and deliver user research independently
• Experience conducting user interviews, usability testing, and research synthesis
• Ability to turn insights into clear, actionable recommendations
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including working with Product Managers, Designers, and Developers
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary/multi-supplier environments

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver end-to-end user research activities
• Select appropriate research methods (qualitative and quantitative)
• Conduct user interviews and usability testing sessions
• Analyse findings and present insights to stakeholders
• Champion user-centred design and GDS best practice
• Support teams in making evidence-based decisions

Desirable

• Experience across multiple government departments
• Knowledge of accessibility (WCAG)
• Experience in complex or regulated environments

This is an excellent opportunity for a delivery-focused User Researcher who can hit the ground running and add immediate value.

If you're interested, please apply with your latest CV, highlighting GDS project experience.