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Market Research Apprentice

SAM SENSORY AND CONSUMER RESEARCH UK LIMITED · SWARM TRAINING C.I.C.
Location
Reading
Postcode
RG6 4UT
Salary
£19,000 a year
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Hours per week
36.5h
Positions available
2
Degree awarded
Market research executive (level 4)
Start date
3 August 2026
Application deadline
31 July 2026
Posted
18 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000037835

About the role

Project Coordination and Management:

  • Fieldwork planning and supervision
  • Sample handling, including managing local product sourcing & shipment, plus subcontractors
  • Programming and reviewing screeners, questionnaires and/or respondent instructions
  • Tracking and monitoring questionnaire completion
  • Assisting with project/results delivery
  • Client communication

People:

  • Close collaboration with other internal departments
  • Liaising with our international colleagues
  • Increasing exposure to clients
  • Working with consumers

Working week

Core working hours are 36.5 hours from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, with a 45-minute lunch break. You will be required to work from the office on most days, with some evening work required.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skills

Required qualifications

Desired
A Level · Sciences · Grade na

Training & development

The apprenticeship training will be delivered by Swarm Training, a national provider of apprenticeships across the UK. The successful candidate will work towards the Level 4 Market Research qualification, which typically takes 15–18 months to complete, including assessments.

As part of the apprenticeship requirements, 6 hours per week minimum will be allocated to self-study and off-the-job learning, supported by regular guidance from a dedicated tutor.

Future prospects

After successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity for a permanent position depending on performance. There is the potential for a successful career with the company which could move into a leadership position in the future.

Things to consider

Note the closing date and start date are subject to change.

We anticipate a start date for an hires in Nottingham is August and Reading can be September. 

About SAM SENSORY AND CONSUMER RESEARCH UK LIMITED

SAM is a market research agency specializing in sensory and consumer science. It operates as part of a larger European and global business. Working in 9 countries and over 21 offices.

Website
www.samresearch.com/