Our vision is to be the universal symbol of trust, bringing consumers and businesses together through reviews. We are well on our way—but there’s still an exciting journey ahead. Join us at the heart of trust.
We’re seeking a Lead UX Researcher to join our team at Trustpilot. You will be responsible for understanding B2B and end users of Trustpilot. This will include conducting foundational and directional research across the product, working with different cross-functional feature teams.
As a team, you will frame opportunities, conceptualize, explore and iterate your way to delivering value for the millions of people and businesses using Trustpilot. You will solve challenging and stimulating research problems, as well as identify opportunities to improve our user experience across products.
What you’ll be doing:
- Shape the strategic direction of user research initiatives, using qualitative and quantitative research techniques to deeply understand user needs, elevate the customer voice, and deliver insights that influence company-wide decisions. You will drive research for key current projects as well as visionary, future-focused initiatives.
- Lead the development of innovative research methodologies, designing and refining novel approaches to address complex, cross-functional challenges. Anticipate potential obstacles and guide your team in adapting research methods accordingly.
- Champion research-driven insights, ensuring they shape product development and design. As a Lead, you will raise the standard of research impact through regular design feedback sessions and foster close partnerships with designers, product managers, and engineers across the organization.
- Guide cross-functional research processes, collaborating closely with product designers to distill, communicate, and transform data into actionable insights that directly influence strategic product decisions.
- Mentor and coach a team of researchers, leading by example and providing hands-on guidance. Empower team members on specific projects while fostering their professional growth and encouraging high standards of research excellence.
- Develop and lead high-quality research proposals that clearly articulate research objectives, align stakeholders, and define the scope, ensuring research initiatives are strategically integrated into the product roadmap.
- Oversee the creation of cohesive user experiences by guiding research efforts across user journeys and working closely with designers to ensure an integrated, user-centered approach.
Who you are:
- 7+ years of UX research experience, with demonstrated success in leading complex and cross-functional research projects that drive significant product improvements.
- Expertise in designing and implementing impactful research strategies, with the ability to create and oversee implementable plans for solving complex challenges at scale.
- Proven track record of setting a high standard for research quality, with a portfolio of case studies that demonstrate thought leadership, analytical rigor, and the ability to influence product direction.
- Deep experience with product roadmaps and strategy, with a demonstrated ability to identify knowledge gaps, align research with business goals, and work collaboratively with cross-functional partners to prioritize high-impact research.
- Dedication to advancing UX research practices, with experience in mentoring researchers and educating colleagues on methods, fostering a culture of research excellence.
- Strong examples of your leadership in research projects, with experience in developing strategies and setting research agendas that align with product and company objectives.
- A proactive, growth-oriented mindset with a track record of ownership over complex problems, and a passion for driving product innovation and continuous improvement.
- Commitment to agile and team-oriented product development practices, with a collaborative approach that enhances both individual and team performance.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate research insights clearly and compellingly to diverse audiences across the company.
What’s in it for you:
- A range of flexible working options to dedicate time to what matters to you
- Competitive compensation package + bonus
- 25 days holiday per year, with an extra 5 days holiday allocated after your 1 year anniversary (prorated)
- Two (paid) volunteering days a year to spend your time giving back to the causes that matter to you and your community
- Rich learning and development opportunities are supported through the Trustpilot Academy, LinkedIn Learning, and Blinkist
- Comprehensive health package, pension, and full access to Headspace, a popular mindfulness app to promote positive mental health
- Paid parental leave
- Central office with a laid-back vibe and constant buzz of different languages being spoken everywhere you go It’s complete with a coffee bar, canteen, and table tennis and has a wide variety of refreshments available - you can opt-in for breakfast and lunch at an affordable price
- Regular opportunities to connect and get to know your fellow Trusties, including company-wide celebrations and events, ERG activities, and team socials
- Opportunity to join the Trustpilot Social Club for a small monthly fee and attend regular social and leisure activities like go-karting, cooking classes, and escape rooms
- Employee discounts to restaurants and shops
Still not sure?
We want to be a part of creating a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive world of work for all. We’re excited to hear about your experiences as well as how you will contribute to our working culture. So, even if you don’t feel you don't meet all the requirements, we'd still really like to hear from you!
About us
Trustpilot began in 2007 with a simple yet powerful idea that is more relevant today than ever — to be the universal symbol of trust, bringing consumers and businesses together through reviews. Trustpilot is open, independent, and impartial — we help consumers make the right choices and businesses to build trust, grow and improve.
Today, we have more than 300 million reviews and 67 million monthly active users across the globe, with 127 billion annual Trustpilot brand impressions, and the numbers keep growing. We have more than 900 employees and we’re headquartered in Copenhagen, with operations in Amsterdam, Denver, Edinburgh, Hamburg, London, Melbourne, Milan and New York.
We’re driven by connection. It’s at the heart of what we do. Our culture keeps things fresh –– it’s built on the relationships we create. We talk, we laugh, we collaborate and we respect each other. We work across borders and cultures to be the universal symbol of trust in an ever-changing world. With vibrant office locations worldwide and over 50 nationalities, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace with diverse perspectives and ideas.
Our purpose to help people and businesses help each other is a tall order, but we keep it real. We’re a great bunch of humans, doing awesome stuff, without fuss or pretense. A successful Trustpilot future is driven by you –– we give you the autonomy to shape a career you can be proud of. If you’re ready to grow, let’s go.
Join us at the heart of trust.
Trustpilot is committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive and where different viewpoints and experiences are valued and respected. Trustpilot will consider all applications for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, neurodiversity, disability, age, parental or veteran status. Together, we are the heart of trust.
Trustpilot is a global company and our data practices are designed to ensure that your personally identifiable information is appropriately protected. Please note that your personal information will be transferred, accessed, and stored globally as necessary for the uses and disclosures stated in our Privacy Policy.
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What We Do
Hi. We’re Trustpilot.
Trustpilot began in 2007 with a simple yet powerful idea that is more relevant today than ever — to be the universal symbol of trust, bringing consumers and businesses together through reviews.
Trustpilot is open, independent, and impartial — we help consumers make the right choices and businesses to build trust, grow and improve.
Today, we have more than 300 million reviews and 67 million monthly active users across the globe, with 127 billion annual Trustpilot brand impressions, and the numbers keep growing.
Why Work With Us
We’re driven by connection. It’s at the heart of what we do. Our culture keeps things fresh –– it’s built on the relationships we create. We talk, we laugh, we collaborate and we respect each other.
Our purpose, to help people and businesses help each other, is a tall order, but we keep it real. Join us at the heart of trust.
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