Job Description
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.\n\n What the Role Involves\n\nEach shift is based on a specific route, stop, or station. You’ll be provided with everything you need, including a tablet, survey materials, and ID, to carry out your work confidently.\n\nDuring your shift, you will:\n\nApproach passengers and invite them to take part in a short survey\n\nAsk a set of structured questions and accurately record responses\n\nCapture feedback on their journey and experience\n\nOccasionally count passenger numbers (footfall)\n\n \n\nShifts may vary:\n\nSome involve travelling on a bus for the full route\n\nOthers are based at a bus stop or station (typically around 3 hours)\n\n \n\nYou’ll be working independently, often in public-facing environments, so confidence and resilience are key.\n\n \n\nWhat to Expect\n\nPaid per shift (rather than hourly)\n\nTypically around 2 shifts per week, depending on local demand\n\nFlexible, part-time work that fits around other commitments\n\nFree travel on the bus services you are surveying\n\nOpportunities for additional work and performance-based earnings\n\n \n\nThis 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.\n\n \n\nWhy Join Ipsos?\n\nComprehensive, award-winning training\n\nSupportive team environment and ongoing guidance\n\nAccess to employee discounts\n\n \n\nYou’ll Be a Great Fit If You:\n\nAre confident speaking to members of the public\n\nAre comfortable working independently in different locations\n\nCan stay motivated, even when responses are low\n\nHave a full driving licence and access to a car\n\nAre happy travelling locally and working on buses\n\nAre looking for flexible, ongoing fieldwork opportunities\n\n \n\nReady to Get Started?\n\nApply now to join Ipsos as a Market Research Interviewer and help shape the future of public transport across the UK