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Research Manager | Quantitative | Ad-hoc | FMCG + Retail.

  • £40,000
Our client, a boutique research consultancy, specialises in challenging the status quo using behavioural economics and advanced quantitative methods. Formed in 2015, the company has grown a reputation for delivering cutting-edge insights that go beyond traditional techniques. With a small but highly skilled team, they pride themselves on offering a supportive and fun work environment, complete with flexible hybrid working, regular social events, and comprehensive health insurance.
  • The Day-to-Day

    As a Quantitative Research Manager, you’ll work closely with the senior team to lead a variety of ad-hoc and continuous research projects. You’ll manage the entire research lifecycle, from designing and proposing projects to delivering insightful reports directly to clients. Expect to work on everything from new product development and brand tracking to pricing optimisation and category U&As. You’ll also be a key player in managing relationships with major clients, like global coffee brands and local UK attractions.

    You’ll be responsible for managing internal resources, overseeing budgets, and ensuring projects are delivered to the highest standards. As the team grows, you’ll also have the opportunity to mentor junior staff and shape the future of the company’s research offering.

  • The Ideal Candidate

    You have at least 3 years of experience in a research agency, with a solid understanding of quantitative methods and a passion for uncovering real commercial insights from data. You’ve managed key accounts before and are comfortable running complex projects with minimal oversight. Experience in FMCG and retail sectors is a big plus, and familiarity with advanced methodologies like Conjoint and MaxDiff would be highly advantageous.

    Being part of a small team, you’re a proactive, independent worker who’s happy to roll up your sleeves and get involved in the day-to-day running of projects. You’re also a great communicator, able to present findings in a clear and compelling way to clients.

  • Why Join?

    Ready to accelerate your research career while working with some of the biggest names in FMCG and retail? This role offers a rare opportunity for someone looking to step up and take the lead on complex, high-impact projects. If you thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and are passionate about turning data into actionable insights, this could be the perfect next step for you.

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      Director | Strategy | Growth Consulting.

      • £100,000
      Are you a seasoned strategist ready to make a real impact? Do you thrive on translating complex data into clear, actionable strategies for global brands?
      • The Company

        For the past 10+ years, our client has been delivering growth-focused strategies for global brands. Known for their rigorous, insight-driven approach, they’ve built a reputation as trusted advisors to senior clients. Now, with continued growth on the horizon, they’re looking for a Strategy Director to join their senior team and help shape the future of the business.

      • The Role

         If you’re a hands-on leader with a passion for driving business growth, this role could be your next big opportunity!

        In this role, you’ll be responsible for:

        • Managing high-stakes projects end-to-end, from initial research through to delivering insights and strategic recommendations.
        • Advising C-suite clients, combining qualitative and quantitative data to offer clear, actionable strategies for growth.
        • Leading key client relationships and driving account growth through exceptional delivery and trusted counsel.
        • Collaborating with a senior team of experts to refine the consultancy’s approach and expand the business.
      • The Ideal Candidate

        You’re a natural leader, capable of blending creative thinking with rigorous analysis. With a proven track record in strategy consulting or market research, you’re comfortable turning complex data into simple, impactful strategies for senior clients. You’re confident leading large projects, developing client relationships, and delivering presentations that inspire action.

        Key qualities include:

        • Significant experience in strategy consulting or market research, in a client-facing role.
        • A track record of winning and delivering strategy projects, including brand, portfolio, and growth strategy.
        • Confidence working with varied data sources, translating insights into clear, actionable recommendations.
        • Experience driving client revenue growth and managing key relationships at a senior level.
        • Strong project management skills, able to lead complex studies with precision and creativity.
        • A confident storyteller, able to present insights and strategies that resonate.
      • Why Join?

        You’ll work at the cutting edge of customer strategy. Here, your ideas won’t just sit on paper—they’ll shape the future for some of the world’s most iconic brands. As a Strategy Director, you’ll have the autonomy to manage high-level client relationships, lead large-scale projects, and work alongside experienced directors to steer the company into its next phase of growth. If you’re ready to drive change and influence at the highest level, this is the role for you.

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        Senior Research Executive | Qual B Corp Research Agency.

        • £35000
        • 🏛️ The Company

          Our client is a newly confirmed Bcorp, working with a tier-one client list within the FMCG, financial services, luxury and tech sectors. They work on varied, strategic projects ranging from brand strategy and creative development to innovation and white space identification. Within the last year, they have also been developing their AI proposition and will be offering market-leading training in how to use AI efficiently.

        • 🚀 The Opportunity

          In this role, you’ll be involved in qualitative research projects from start to finish. You will:

          • Manage project set-up, briefing field teams, and liaising with clients.
          • Craft insightful discussion guides and get hands-on with traditional qual methods such as focus groups, IDIs, ethnography and online communities.
          • Produce actionable insights, and contribute to presentations.
        • 😃 The Candidate

          The ideal candidate will have:

          • 18 months+ of research experience, ideally within a research agency.
          • Experience in traditional qualitative research methods, including some moderation of focus groups, IDIs.
          • Strong communication and writing style.

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          Director | Qual | Growth Consulting.

          • £100,000
          Are you a seasoned strategist passionate about turning deep insights into commercial success? Do you thrive in senior, client-facing roles where you’re trusted to shape strategy for leading global brands?
          • About The Company

            Our client is a boutique, insight and strategy consultancy that has spent the last 10+ years helping the world’s most iconic brands achieve their growth ambitions. They are known for their rigorous, data-driven approach and a sharp focus on customer strategies that deliver results. As they look to expand, they’re seeking a talented qualitative strategy leader to help shape the next phase of their journey. 🚀

          • The Day-to-Day

            You will be at the heart of the consultancy, responsible for:

            • Building and maintaining relationships with C-suite clients, understanding their commercial needs and designing bespoke solutions.
            • Leading and managing complex, multi-faceted projects from end to end, from research through to strategy delivery.
            • Leading the qualitative aspects of strategic projects—developing methodologies, moderating, and analysing findings.
            • Advising clients on the full spectrum of strategic challenges, from brand strategy to market entry and innovation.
            • Playing a key leadership role within the company, working alongside other directors to grow the business and shape its future direction.
          • The Ideal Candidate

            You’re not just a researcher—you’re a strategist. With significant experience in qualitative methods, you understand that research is a tool to create commercial strategies, not the final goal. You’re comfortable handling both fresh and existing data, with a proven track record of delivering strategic insights that drive growth. 🎯

            Key requirements:

            • Extensive experience in strategy consulting or high-end market research in a client-facing role.
            • Strong expertise in qualitative methods with a history of pitching and delivering strategic projects.
            • Proven experience advising blue-chip clients across a range of strategic challenges.
            • Excellent project management skills and experience leading large, complex studies.
            • A confident storyteller, workshop facilitator, and trusted advisor.
          • Why Join?

            Every day, your ideas will drive change for top-tier brands. As a Director, you won’t just deliver research—you’ll craft strategies that spark growth. You’ll be hands-on, working directly with C-suite executives, shaping not only their strategy but also the future of our client’s growing business. If you’re driven by creating real-world impact, this role is for you. 💡

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            Quantitative Researcher | Behavioural Economics Agency.

            • £32,000
            • 🏛️ The Company

              With a portfolio of international and UK-based studies spanning commercial and non-profit sectors, this boutique are known for their commitment to delivering the latest thinking and practice in Behavioural Economics. Their projects focus on behavioural research, brand strategy, and positioning, and they collaborate with some of the biggest brands as well as renowned creative agencies. 

            • 🚀 The Opportunity

              In this role, you’ll be involved in quantitative research projects from start to finish. You will:

              • Manage project set-up, briefing field teams, and liaising with clients.
              • Craft insightful questionnaires and ensure surveys meet top industry standards.
              • Lead briefings and script checks, ensuring data is accurate and well-presented.
              • Analyse data, pulling out actionable insights, and contribute to presentations.
              • Collaborate with senior team members to draft proposals and explore new methodologies.
            • 😃 The Candidate

              The ideal candidate will have:

              • 6-18 months of research experience, ideally within a research agency.
              • Experience in quantitative research methods, including questionnaire design and data analysis.
              • Strong communication and writing style.

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              Senior Account Manager | Tier-1 B2B Marketing Agency.

              We are working with an independent B2B Marketing agency hiring a Senior Account Manager to play a lead role in client relations, delivery and strategy for a key account, one of the world's largest consumer technology companies. This is an opportunity for candidates with strong marketing agency experience to demonstrate their capability working with one of the world's largest and best known tech brands, operate with significant strategic ownership, and working with significant resources run super innovative campaigns.
              • Key responsibilities include...

                • Client Management and Leadership – You will be a key PoC for this client and will be responsible for building long-term effective relationships.
                • Campaign Strategy Development and Launch – Alongside other senior team members you will be developing you will be responsible for end-to-end campaign strategy and overseeing delivery, ensuring all campaigns enhance and enforce wider strategic aims and brand guidelines.
                • Project Management and Collaboration – You’ll be working across multiple teams developing effective plans to get campaigns live, ensuring timely delivery, setting and managing expectations and ensuring cross-team efforts create client-satisfaction.
                • Forward-Thinking Strategy – Keep up to date with industry trends and best practices, and ensure that you are delivering the most innovative ambitious work for your client.
              • Key requirements...

                • Significant experience in a marketing agency, ideally working on tier-1 global clients, in an account lead position.
                • Significant experience developing campaign strategies and leading executional processes, including project management.
                • Creative and strategic flair.
                • Excellent communication and relationship building skills – This is a key account for this client, they need someone who can build phenomenal relationships with stakeholders.
              • Why Apply?

                This is an opportunity for someone looking to push forward in their agency marketing career by playing a lead role on a key account. This is a boutique independent agency with a friendly feel who do great work. People who get on well are self-starting, driven and like to work in a collaborative environment.

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                Operations Director | Dublin-Based Research Agency.

                Are you a seasoned operations leader looking for a role where your strategic expertise can make a direct impact? Imagine being at the forefront of an organisation that helps shape critical decisions with real-world data.
                • 🏛️ The Company

                  Our client is one of Ireland’s most respected market research consultancies, offering high-quality, data-led solutions to clients across a range of industries. As the main insights provider within a prominent media group, their work informs business strategy and public opinion alike. Based in Dublin, they’re seeking an Operations Director to lead their operational teams and elevate the business to the next level. Our client offers a hybrid working environment with core hours from 10am to 4pm and a half-day Friday every other week!

                • 🚀 The Opportunity

                  As the Operations Director, your role will be pivotal in ensuring the seamless operation of several key departments: Data Processing, Field Teams, the Telephone Centre, and Charting. From setting strategic objectives to optimising processes, you’ll be responsible for:

                  Leading diverse teams—driving collaboration and performance
                  Enhancing efficiency—implementing process improvements and meeting KPIs
                  Managing resources—ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget
                  Client interaction—working closely with account managers to exceed client expectations

                • 😀 The Candidate

                  The ideal candidate will have:

                  • Proven experience in operations within a market research agency
                  • Strong project management skills, with a track record of delivering complex projects
                  • Strategic vision, combined with hands-on leadership and process improvement expertise

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                  Strategy Manager | Research & Strategy.

                  • £110,000
                  Do you have a passion for technology, AI, media, and entertainment? Are you excited to work with some of the world’s most innovative companies? We have an exciting opportunity for you to make an impact! 🚀
                  • The Client

                    Our client is a dynamic boutique strategy and insight consultancy, working at the forefront of tech, AI, app development, media, and entertainment. From helping a mobile OS shape its product offering to assisting public cloud platforms in defining their go-to-market strategies, this is a place where your passion for tech meets world-class research. 🌟

                  • The Day-to-Day

                    As a Strategy Manager, you’ll take ownership of some of the most exciting media-tech projects, playing a key role from inception to delivery. You will collaborate on projects for top-tier clients like Google, Amazon, Disney, and Sky. 

                    Your responsibilities will include:

                    📊 Managing Projects: Lead teams and oversee research workstreams, ensuring smooth project delivery across the UK, US, EMEA, APAC, and LATAM.

                    📅 End-to-End Delivery: From scoping research briefs, acting as a key client contact, to presenting final recommendations, you’ll be involved in every step.

                    📝 Research & Analysis: Design and conduct large-scale qualitative research, gather insights, and analyse data to inform strategic recommendations.

                    🎯 New Business Development: Contribute to proposals and client growth initiatives, helping expand key accounts.

                  • The Ideal Candidate

                    You’ll thrive in this role if you:

                    💼 Bring 5-10 Years of Experience: Ideally within research or insights, with exposure to tech, media, entertainment, or advertising sectors.

                    📱 Are Tech-Savvy: You’re passionate about technology, AI, and app development—and maybe even dabbled in coding or tech projects yourself.

                    🤝 Love Client Collaboration: You enjoy building strong relationships and can confidently communicate complex ideas to senior stakeholders.

                    🌱 Have an Entrepreneurial Spirit: You’re resourceful, adaptable, and driven to make an impact, whether working independently or as part of a team.

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                    Strategy Manager | Growth Consultancy.

                    • £70,000
                    Are you passionate about shaping strategies that drive real change? Do you thrive in environments where you can take the lead, collaborate with senior teams, and create strategies that actually get implemented? If you’re ready to make an impact with global consumer goods companies, this could be the opportunity for you.
                    • The Company

                      They don’t just advise clients—they partner with them to create breakthrough strategies that align teams and unlock growth. For over 10 years, they have partnered with leading global consumer goods companies, using a proven proprietary approach to deliver strategic clarity, consensus, and commitment.

                    • The Day-to-Day

                      You’ll play a central role in delivering high-impact projects and driving their growth strategy.

                      Your responsibilities will include:

                      📊 Managing Client Projects: Lead strategy engagements with senior client teams, from research to execution.

                      💡 Strategic Development: Analyse data and client challenges, then co-develop strategic frameworks that drive results.

                      🎯 Facilitating Workshops: Collaborate with partners to design and lead workshops that align stakeholders and inspire action.

                      📑 Delivering Insights: Prepare and present compelling recommendations that translate complex findings into actionable strategies.

                      🤝 Building Relationships: Cultivate strong client relationships and contribute to our future pipeline of work.

                    • Why Join?

                      You’ll be part of a growing, entrepreneurial and agile team that’s focused on scaling. Enjoy the freedom to take ownership of your work, co-create solutions with clients, and directly contribute to an ambitious 3–5-year growth journey. 🌱

                    • The Ideal Candidate

                      They’re looking for a strategic thinker who has:

                      🎓 5+ Years of Experience: Ideally client-side in FMCG or growth consultancy.

                      💬 Strong Communication Skills: You’re a natural at presenting, writing, and facilitating workshops.

                      🔍 Strategic & Analytical Mindset: You’ve worked on strategy and brand planning, either leading workstreams or managing the project.

                      🤝 Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in a team setting and are skilled at bringing diverse perspectives together to solve problems.

                      🌍 Global Flexibility: You’re comfortable with international travel and adaptable to different working environments.

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                      SRE – AD | Global Strategic Insights Agency.

                      • 🏛️ The Company

                        Our client is the UK’s largest independent insight agency, meaning no corporate red tape or scary shareholders. Promotions happen when you earn them, not just on a yearly cycle. With projects spanning 60+ markets, you’ll collaborate with an international roster of brands including Netflix, Beats, and Samsung.

                      • 🚀 The Opportunity

                        As our client is experiencing a period of growth, they are looking for quantitative researchers from the Senior Research Executive to Associate Director level to join the team. You will lead bespoke research projects, collaborating with clients to deliver insights across a range of methodologies – from brand tracking to segmentation, no project will be the same. You’ll work closely with an in-house Ops team, so you can focus on client management, high-quality output, and strategic insights—not admin! 

                      • 😀 The Candidate

                        The ideal candidates will have:

                        • Proven expertise in a wide range of quantitative methodologies and techniques.
                        • 3+ years experience within a market research agency.
                        • Strong analysis and presentation skills with a flair for high-quality design.

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