Trainee Research Executive

This is an exciting entry-level role for a trainee to kick-start their career with one of the fastest-growing market research agencies in the UK.

On our trainee scheme, you’ll be given structured training and mentoring across all aspects of market research, from designing research projects, to client and project management and analysis and reporting. It’s a hugely varied role requiring a range of skills, and no two days are the same – so if you’re looking for a job where you have lots of autonomy, where creativity and innovation is valued, and where daily variety is key, this could be the perfect role for you!

Ultimately, as researchers we help our clients develop and improve their products and services, build brand strategies, and better meet the needs of the people who buy their products. Our projects cover countries across the world, so you’ll learn about different cultures and contexts, and cover all sorts of product areas, from deodorants to detergents and canned snacks to condoms! And there’s plenty of space to progress into more senior roles for the right person.

About you:

You’re curious about people and what drives their thoughts and behaviours. You’re creative, keen to learn, and excited by the chance to develop ideas and bring them to life. You enjoy a challenge, can be flexible when needed to meet client deadlines, and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You might have studied social sciences, psychology, marketing, business, or something entirely different – many of our team members come from varied academic and professional backgrounds. What matters most is your mindset: you’re a self-starter, enthusiastic, and aligned with our values – authenticity, partnership, entrepreneurship, and positivity.

A bit about Blue Yonder, a Curion company

We specialise in delivering impactful insights to the world’s top CPG companies, helping them develop winning, repeatedly purchased products. Our deep data-driven product insights, sensory expertise, and state-of-the-art consumer centres enable them to uncover responses to critical client objectives. With over five decades of experience in the product testing industry, we are dedicated to guiding clients in every stage of their product development, connecting brands to consumers at every step.

An innovator in the industry, we recently developed a groundbreaking benchmarking product testing method, the Curion Score™, which has become a trusted and sought after tool within the industry. As one of the largest product and consumer insights companies in the U.S. and U.K., we have built a reputation for excellence and trust among the world’s leading consumer brands. Our commitment to innovation and expertise, coupled with a passion for delivering actionable insights, makes us a valuable partner for companies looking to develop and launch successful products.

What we offer:

We offer a competitive salary, company profit share, a bonus holiday for your birthday, regular socials, a bonus day for charity work, DE&I and wellbeing initiatives, and lots of structured training throughout the year. We have a flexible working environment and if there’s something that’s important to you – be it a day you need to pick the kids up, or a specific charity you want to support – let’s talk!

Authenticity is one of our core values, and at Blue Yonder we’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic team with equal opportunities. We want to attract, develop, and promote the very best people from all walks of life, so we actively encourage applications from a range of socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds, as well as others who are underrepresented in our sector, such as disabled or neurodiverse applicants.

Job details:

Please note successful applicants must have the right to work in the UK and will need to bring proof to the interview e.g. a passport or work permit.

Should you be shortlisted in the recruitment process, if you require any reasonable adjustments to be made to accommodate your interview, let us know in confidence.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule: 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday)

Salary: £26,440 per year

Education: A degree in a relevant field (e.g. social sciences, marketing, business) can be helpful, but is not essential, we’re open to candidates with diverse backgrounds and relevant skills.

Ability to commute/relocate: Leeds, LS15 8GB – reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Reference ID: Trainee Research Executive

Vacancy benefits:

  • Flexible working location
  • Support with work from home needs you may have
  • 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays) + one per year up to 27 days
  • Company pension scheme
  • Extra day off on your birthday
  • Volunteering day every year
  • Fully renovated flexible / hybrid office in 2024
  • Bi-annual promotion and salary review windows
  • 2 major company parties a year + monthly socials organised by our own social and charity team
  • Hybrid working – with a requirement of at least 2-3 days a week in the office