Social Impact Researcher

  • Artis Recruitment
  • Bristol, Gloucestershire
  • Jan 05, 2026
Full time Education

Job Description

Are you passionate about understanding people, communities and the real world impact of projects and policy? This is a brilliant opportunity to join a purpose driven organisation and play a key part in meaningful social impact work.

You will help design and deliver research that shapes thinking, informs decisions and supports better outcomes for communities across the UK.

What you will do?

Plan and deliver qualitative and mixed method research projects
Work closely with internal teams, partners and community groups to gather insight
Design research tools such as interview guides, discussion frameworks and surveys
Carry out interviews, workshops and engagement sessions with a wide range of people
Analyse findings and turn them into clear, practical recommendations
Contribute to reports, presentations and thought leadership pieces
Support evaluation work on programmes, initiatives and social impact projects
Champion ethical, inclusive and sensitive research practice across everything you do

Who you are?

You come from a research focused background or have built equivalent experience through project work
You are confident planning and delivering research from start to finish
You are comfortable speaking with people from different backgrounds and lived experiences
You understand ethical considerations and inclusive research practice
You can analyse qualitative data and communicate insights clearly and simply
You are curious, empathetic and motivated by work that has real purpose
You are organised, proactive and able to manage your own workload

It would be great if you also have

Experience within social impact, regeneration, planning, public sector, charity or community focused projects
Experience presenting findings to stakeholders or clients
Some exposure to evaluation frameworks or impact measurement

What is on offer?

A supportive, values led environment with a genuine social mission
A chance to work on varied, meaningful projects that make a difference
Professional development and the opportunity to grow your research skills
Competitive salary and benefits package
Flexible working arrangements

Next step?

If this sounds like the kind of role that excites you, please apply or get in touch with Dom to find out more.

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