Would you like to earn extra cash in your spare time? Become a mystery shopper in your area to start making extra money while you shop, visit restaurants and explore local tourist attractions. With lots of mystery shopping opportunities (both in person and online) in and around Birmingham, there’s no better way to explore this lively and exciting city. From the shops and restaurants in the famous Bullring to more niche amenities on the outskirts, there are hundreds of great places to visit and try. Whether trying some outstanding Asian food in the food court to window shopping at independent boutiques, it’s never been easier to be paid to do and see the things you love. 

How to become a mystery shopper in Birmingham

Taking part in mystery shopping assignments in Birmingham is simple with IPSOS. Get started by completing our registration form, which will provide key information about you, such as your age, location and shopping preferences. After registering, you’ll be able to instantly see a variety of mystery shopping assignments in Birmingham. You’ll also be given access to helpful training videos which will help you make the most out of being a mystery shopper, as well as a quiz in the Certification section. Completing the quiz will give you access to even more tasks local to you. Register to become a mystery shopper to find out about mystery shopping opportunities in your area. 

Why should you become a mystery shopper in Birmingham?

Mystery shopping is a quick and easy way to make extra money outside of your regular job. With new restaurants and stores opening on your doorstep everyday, you can get paid to try them out and offer helpful feedback to businesses. Assignments in Birmingham can be a great excuse to explore the best of what your local high street has to offer. Birmingham has a fantastic range of affordable high street shops, as well as high-end stores to explore. The midlands are also renowned for their Asian cuisine, and you might also get the chance to visit some of your local restaurants to try a new dish. Prefer to work from home? You can always complete mystery shopping tasks online or over the phone.

Earn money while you shop

The best thing about being a mystery shopper is that you can earn money whilst exploring the amenities nearby. You can visit businesses in your local area, exploring bustling shopping centres, sampling a new menu at a local restaurant or going to the theatre. There’s no pressure to complete a certain amount of assignments, so you can do them as little or as often as you like. This comes in handy if you’re saving for a holiday or a special occasion, as you can take on a few extra tasks to top up your bank account beforehand! 

Chose when you work

Mystery shopping is such a convenient way to make extra money as it can easily work around your existing lifestyle. Don’t have spare time during the week but find yourself twiddling your thumbs on the weekend? Mystery shopping tasks are a great way to keep you entertained whilst earning you extra cash. You can choose to do as little or as many assignments as you like as there’s no minimum amount required. You can completely customise your mystery shopping experience to guarantee that you can make the most out of the experience. 

Unique experiences

Taking part in mystery shopping tasks gives you the chance to try new things that you may not have otherwise known about. In a city like Birmingham, there’s no limit to the places you can see or visit as a mystery shopper. Home to some of the country’s most unique attractions, you could find yourself completing assignments at places you didn’t know existed or going to iconic tourist sites to try something new and different. 

What qualifications do you need to be a mystery shopper in Birmingham?

To be a mystery shopper in Birmingham you don’t need to have any specific qualifications: all you need is a good understanding of the English language and basic digital skills. Certain traits and personalities will make for a particularly strong mystery shopper. If you’re good at keeping to deadlines, have a keen eye for detail, and are very reliable, then you’re sure to do well in our mystery shopping assignments. Before starting new shopping tasks, take into account how long you have to complete and submit feedback, so that you avoid running out of time to finish. 

What type of mystery shopping assignments do we offer in Birmingham?

With fantastic facilities on your doorstep, there are limitless ways for you to make money with IPSOS. Some of our most popular mystery shopping assignments include visiting retail outlets, mystery dining, or visiting attractions like art galleries and museums. For the days when you’d prefer to stay at home, we also have online shopping, video and phone opportunities, so there’s always a way for you to make money, whatever your plans! On the weekend you could be exploring Birmingham’s bustling markets, the next you could be visiting the National Sea Life Centre. Whatever your interests, with new tasks added everyday there’s always something new for you to try, with no two tasks the same.

Why IPSOS?

As a mystery shopper with IPSOS, you can expect to take part in a wide variety of exciting assignments, giving you the chance to explore your area and find new places to eat, shop and visit. With IPSOS it’s easy to get stuck in: our Mystery Shopping App and iShopFor Ipsos portal will give you access to all of our assignments and resources, so that you can get the most out of your mystery shopping tasks. With an easy to navigate registration process, you won’t waste time filling in complicated forms and can instead jump right into your first task. You can always refer back to our guides and training videos, which offer great advice on how to make the most out of your tasks and help you to make the most out of the mystery shopping experience.