2 of 2 Contract User Research Jobs in the North East

Title: User Experience Design - Service Designer ?? Location: Newcastle, Cobalt Business Park ?? Working Model: Hybrid ?? Contract Duration: 1 December 2025 - 30 September 2026 ?? Pay Rate: £292/day PAYE | £388/day Umbrella ?? Job Description As a Service Designer , you will lead a human-centred design approach across all project … phases - from discovery and problem framing to solution development and implementation. You will conduct deep ethnographic and user research to understand user needs, behaviours, and challenges, translating insights into clear and actionable design direction. You will act as a subject matter expert , guiding team decisions, supporting collaboration ...

demonstrating expertise in product management practises. Strategic Ownership: Strong strategic thinking, able to engage organisational buy-in, and develop abstract strategies with limited information. User Focus: Commitment to user research, understanding user needs vs. desires, and prioritising approaches to address user stories effectively. Desired Qualifications … Strong understanding and experience with Government Service Standards. Passionate about building products that meet both user and business needs. Effective communication skills, capable of using a variety of methods and tools to engage with clients and delivery teams. Experience in supporting and mentoring junior team members. Key Duties & Responsibilities ...