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A Day in the Life of an Ipsos Field Market Research Interviewer Imagine it: It’s Wednesday afternoon. You’ve enjoyed your day, and now it’s time for your shift as a Field Market Research Interviewer! You’re heading out for a scheduled 6-hour shift (starting around 1 or 2pm), one of three you’ve pre-booked for the week, consisting of weekdays and weekends between the hours of 9am and 8pm. You hop in your car - you’ll need that, business insurance and a valid driver’s licence for this job - and head to a neighbourhood nearby. Your mission? Chatting with people about their opinions and experiences - right at their doorstep! You’ll be going door-to-door, inviting people to participate in surveys. Don’t worry; we provide all the training you need to feel confident approaching people, even if they weren’t expecting a visit. And to make things easier, we offer mileage reimbursement for your travels. You’ll use a company-provided tablet to record their answers, so no need to worry about paperwork. And the best part? You’re making a real difference! The information you gather helps businesses and organisations make decisions that impact your community. What else makes Ipsos special? • We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ipsos has been recognised by The Times as one of the top 50 companies for gender balance in the UK for two years running!, • We provide award-winning training, setting you up for success., • We’re socially conscious and committed to making a positive impact. Our BELONG networks help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone., • Ipsos More: A fantastic platform offering discounts on everything from clothing and holidays to household goods and everyday shopping essentials. Treat yourself while saving money!, • Ipsos Wellbeing: A dedicated resource to support your wellbeing, with tips and advice on staying active, eating well, and practicing mindfulness. This job might be for you if: • You love meeting new people and hearing their stories., • You’re comfortable striking up conversations and putting people at ease, even in unexpected situations., • You’re looking for a part-time gig that lets you choose your hours (at least 12 hours per week in pre-booked 6-hour shifts) and be your own boss., • You’re passionate about your community and want to have a voice in shaping its future. Sound like a good fit? Apply now and join our team of Market Research Interviewers.

A Day in the Life of an Ipsos Field Market Research Interviewer Imagine it: It’s Wednesday afternoon. You’ve enjoyed your day, and now it’s time for your shift as a Field Market Research Interviewer! You’re heading out for a scheduled 6-hour shift (starting around 1 or 2pm), one of three you’ve pre-booked for the week, consisting of weekdays and weekends between the hours of 9am and 8pm. You hop in your car - you’ll need that, business insurance and a valid driver’s licence for this job - and head to a neighbourhood nearby. Your mission? Chatting with people about their opinions and experiences - right at their doorstep! You’ll be going door-to-door, inviting people to participate in surveys. Don’t worry; we provide all the training you need to feel confident approaching people, even if they weren’t expecting a visit. And to make things easier, we offer mileage reimbursement for your travels. You’ll use a company-provided tablet to record their answers, so no need to worry about paperwork. And the best part? You’re making a real difference! The information you gather helps businesses and organisations make decisions that impact your community. What else makes Ipsos special? • We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ipsos has been recognised by The Times as one of the top 50 companies for gender balance in the UK for two years running!, • We provide award-winning training, setting you up for success., • We’re socially conscious and committed to making a positive impact. Our BELONG networks help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone., • Ipsos More: A fantastic platform offering discounts on everything from clothing and holidays to household goods and everyday shopping essentials. Treat yourself while saving money!, • Ipsos Wellbeing: A dedicated resource to support your wellbeing, with tips and advice on staying active, eating well, and practicing mindfulness. This job might be for you if: • You love meeting new people and hearing their stories., • You’re comfortable striking up conversations and putting people at ease, even in unexpected situations., • You’re looking for a part-time gig that lets you choose your hours (at least 12 hours per week in pre-booked 6-hour shifts) and be your own boss., • You’re passionate about your community and want to have a voice in shaping its future. Sound like a good fit? Apply now and join our team of Market Research Interviewers.

A Day in the Life of an Ipsos Field Market Research Interviewer Imagine it: It’s Wednesday afternoon. You’ve enjoyed your day, and now it’s time for your shift as a Field Market Research Interviewer! You’re heading out for a scheduled 6-hour shift (starting around 1 or 2pm), one of three you’ve pre-booked for the week, consisting of weekdays and weekends between the hours of 9am and 8pm. You hop in your car - you’ll need that, business insurance and a valid driver’s licence for this job - and head to a neighbourhood nearby. Your mission? Chatting with people about their opinions and experiences - right at their doorstep! You’ll be going door-to-door, inviting people to participate in surveys. Don’t worry; we provide all the training you need to feel confident approaching people, even if they weren’t expecting a visit. And to make things easier, we offer mileage reimbursement for your travels. You’ll use a company-provided tablet to record their answers, so no need to worry about paperwork. And the best part? You’re making a real difference! The information you gather helps businesses and organisations make decisions that impact your community. What else makes Ipsos special? • We’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Ipsos has been recognised by The Times as one of the top 50 companies for gender balance in the UK for two years running!, • We provide award-winning training, setting you up for success., • We’re socially conscious and committed to making a positive impact. Our BELONG networks help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone., • Ipsos More: A fantastic platform offering discounts on everything from clothing and holidays to household goods and everyday shopping essentials. Treat yourself while saving money!, • Ipsos Wellbeing: A dedicated resource to support your wellbeing, with tips and advice on staying active, eating well, and practicing mindfulness. This job might be for you if: • You love meeting new people and hearing their stories., • You’re comfortable striking up conversations and putting people at ease, even in unexpected situations., • You’re looking for a part-time gig that lets you choose your hours (at least 12 hours per week in pre-booked 6-hour shifts) and be your own boss., • You’re passionate about your community and want to have a voice in shaping its future. Sound like a good fit? Apply now and join our team of Market Research Interviewers.

Product Owner – ELN/LIMS Interfacing Location: Slough The Product Owner will lead the development and continuous improvement of LIMS/ELN solutions supporting laboratory workflows, sample tracking, scientific data integrity. This role partners with laboratory teams, IT, and external vendors to deliver scalable, compliant, and user-friendly lab information management capabilities focusing on integrating laboratory equipment with a LIMS / ELN solution. What you will get • An agile career and dynamic working culture, • An inclusive and ethical workplace, • Compensation programs that recognize high performance, • A variety of benefits depending on role and location, • Explore our global benefits at lonza.com/careers/benefits ___. What you will do • Define and maintain the product vision, roadmap, and backlog for LIMS/ELN integration, • Manage connections between LIMS/ELN, CDS, and instrument interfaces, • Gather requirements from scientists and lab managers, translating them into user stories, • Lead digitalization efforts to modernize lab environments, • Ensure workflows support sample management, reagent tracking, and data integrity, • Monitor system performance and identify opportunities for improvement What we are looking for • Degree in Biotechnology, Biochemical Engineering, Biology, or related field, • Experience in product ownership or business analysis, • Hands-on experience with ELN/LIMS platforms (e.g., IDBS, Benchling, ThermoFisher SampleManager, LabVantage), • Knowledge of APIs and scientific instrument connectivity, • Familiarity with laboratory workflows in biopharma or biomanufacturing, • Understanding of data integrity, FAIR principles, and laboratory digitalization About Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values—Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion, and Integrity—reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board. Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.

Are you a university student looking for a placement year in the tech industry? \n Want to work somewhere where your ideas matter and you can make a real impact? \n Start date: Monday 6th July 2026 Length: 12 months \n Salary: £20,000 \n Locations: Marlow \n \n Join our Business Operations Internship Programme \n Our Internship Programme is designed for students like you - curious, driven, and ready to explore the world of technology. Over 12 months you'll gain hands-on experience, lead on real projects, make a genuine impact on our organisation and build skills that will set you apart after graduation. \n \n Check out some of our intern blogs via this link to learn more about a placement year at Softcat: Softcat Student Success Stories | Higherin \n \n About the Business Operations department \n At Softcat, we prioritise teamwork and exceptional customer service. This wouldn't be achievable without the dedicated teams and departments within Business Operations, who work diligently behind the scenes to enhance our efficiency, streamline operations, and deliver world-class customer service. \n \n The departments in our Business Operations area include Operations, Customer Services, Procurement, Logistics, Finance and People & Property (HR). Our past interns have worked in roles including Customer Service Intern, Finance Intern, Order Fulfilment Intern and Recruitment Intern. \n \n As an Intern in the Business Operations area, you'll: \n\n • Join a specific team and take on meaningful responsibilities and duties \n, • Collaborate and engage across departments to deliver top-tier service \n, • Build key skills such as communication, time management, prioritisation, organisation and teamwork \n, • Work with other Softcat Interns on exciting group projects \n, • Learning about your team and department and how they contribute to Softcat's success \n\n \n What we're looking for: \n\n • A current undergraduate University student studying in the UK/Ireland in your penultimate year, from any degree discipline \n, • Passionate about the tech industry and eager to learn \n, • Ability to develop and maintain relationships externally and internally \n, • The ability to use your own initiative and work independently or as part of a team \n, • Demonstrate an alignment to our Softcat values & inclusive culture \n\n \n Work in a way that works for you \n We recognise that life doesn't always fit into a 9-5 every day in the office. That's why we offer: \n\n • Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days working from home)\n, • Flexible working hours – flexing the times you start and finish \n\n \n Working with us \n Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background. \n \n How does our internship recruitment process work? \n Our process consists of four stages, Application > One-Way Video Interview > Virtual Assessment Centre > Final Stage Panel Interview. \n \n Initially we're reviewing you for our Business Operations area, assessing your Softcat fit, passion for this area and transferable skills. Once you reach our Assessment Centre's, we'll reveal the roles we have available for this year's placements. You'll then be given the opportunity to highlight your first choice, or we'll align you to where we think you'd make the most impact. You'll then interview specifically for your aligned role at your final stage panel interview. \n \n Some key info: \n\n • Application closing date: Friday 19th December 2025 \n, • Business Operations Assessment Centre Dates: Tuesday 24th February 2026 OR Wednesday 25th February 2026 (you must be able to attend one of these dates to be considered for this opportunity)\n, • Roles are subject to location which means you may be required to relocate in order to be considered for a position \n\n \n Here at Softcat, we don't prohibit the use of AI (artificial intelligence) in our application process, as we understand how far it can go to creating a truly equitable candidate experience. That being said, as a culture-driven organisation, we believe that the genuine essence of each person is what truly matters, so we highly encourage you to be as authentically you as possible when submitting your application to showcase your true and whole self. \n \n Join us \n To become part of the success story, please apply now. \n If you have a disability or neurodiversity, we can provide support or adjustments that you may need throughout our recruitment process or any mitigating circumstance you wish for us to consider. Any information you share on your application will be treated in confidence. \n You can find out more about life at Softcat and our commitments to diversity and inclusion at Life At Softcat | A Culture You'll Love | Softcat

Do you thrive at the intersection of brand strategy, category insight, and commercial delivery? Are you skilled at turning shopper & consumer data (Nielsen / IRI / Kantar) into strategic actions that influence range, merchandising, and promotional plans with retailers? Do you want a role where you can own brands end-to-end — shaping their future while seeing the commercial impact of your decisions in store? We’re partnering with a global FMCG manufacturer to appoint a Category Brand Manager — a hybrid role combining classic brand management with full category responsibility. You’ll drive growth across two household brands by connecting insight, innovation, and activation, working closely with marketing, NPD, sales, and retail partners. Key Responsibilities: • Build and execute annual brand plans to deliver category growth, penetration and sales uplift, • Lead day-to-day brand activation: campaigns, creative, media, digital, social & PR, • Manage the full end-to-end NPD pipeline — insight, concept testing, business case, launch & post-evaluation, • Leverage Nielsen / IRI / Kantar to identify drivers of category growth and shape commercial strategy, • Influence UK retailers through compelling category stories, range recommendations & merchandising proposals, • Partner with sales to create best-in-class sell-in material and promotional plans, • Track brand and category performance across KPIs, recommending data-backed optimisation, • Act as the voice of the consumer across the business — grounding decisions in insight and commercial reality What We’re Looking For: • FMCG experience is essential — ideally from food or drink manufacturing, • Strong experience in brand management and/or category management, • Confident user of Nielsen / IRI / Kantar with a data-driven mindset, • Proven ability to build relationships with major retailers, • Commercially sharp — comfortable with P&L levers and commercial evaluation, • Collaborative, proactive, resilient — a doer who likes to take ownership and drive results Why This Role? • Autonomy & ownership — shape the future of two market-leading brands, • Exposure across brand, category, NPD, sales & retail, • Opportunity to see your ideas land on shelf, • Hybrid working + competitive salary & benefits Salary - £50k + Benefits If you want more information, please contact Alice Redmond.

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