Our client is a creative insight consultancy known for bringing a strategic mentality to research. Born from the world of top-tier ad and creative agencies, they’ve built a reputation for delivering insight that drives change. They are a tight-knit, employee-owned agency that cares deeply about people, about ideas, and about doing work that excites. They are looking for an Associate Director to join their London-based team.

Here, you’ll work on big, complex questions that genuinely matter like what Gen Z in the UK really wants from life, or how global youth cultures can shape brand strategy. You will:

• Lead insight-rich qual projects, from set-up to storytelling

• Design creative approaches and running engaging groups/interviews

• Write smart, strategic debriefs that inspire action

• Work across cultural, strategic, and brand positioning challenges

• Collaborate with smart, generous teammates who’ll back you all the way

The ideal candidate will have:

✔️ 5+ years in qual or strategic research

✔️ Brilliant moderation and narrative-writing skills

✔️ A restless, curious mind – and a love for big questions

This isn’t just another strategy job. This is a chance to work directly with experienced operators, ex-investors and technologists to build out the next-generation GTM consultancy. You’ll be working with high-growth, PE-backed businesses solving real problems around marketing performance, commercial effectiveness, and product strategy. You’ll also gain early exposure to equity through an EMI scheme—because they want builders, not just joiners.

Our client is a boutique growth consultancy using a proprietary tech stack to decode what’s really happening “under the bonnet” of portfolio company performance. Their clients include leading mid-market PE funds and their portfolio businesses across B2B and B2C sectors. With a team of 10+ and serious momentum, they’re growing fast, and they’re hiring people who can grow with them.

• Own strategic workstreams across GTM, channel, product and customer strategy

• Analyse data from CRMs, web analytics and sales platforms (SQL, Python, Tableau)

• Collaborate with clients and project leads to develop actionable insights

• Present findings and recommendations, not just reports

• Contribute to the firm’s proprietary tech tools and long-term business building

• 2–4 years in strategy consulting, commercial analytics or PE-related roles

• Fluent in SQL and/or Python, and visualisation tools (Tableau preferred)

• Experience in segmentation, marketing analytics, or GTM planning

• Comfortable with ambiguity and complexity (can spot the ‘so what’)

• Ambitious, team-oriented and excited by the idea of helping build something new

Our client is a highly respected insights and advisory firm serving some of the world’s top banks, insurers, and tech firms. Their work spans the future of payments, retail technology, and automation—and their data is a go-to source for market leaders and regulators alike.

Their culture is smart, supportive, and low-ego. They promote from within and take pride in developing people. Following some exciting changes in leadership, they’re now investing in strengthening their project management capability.

• Lead multiple client-facing and internal research projects
• Guide and coach a team of analysts and associates
• Work closely with sector leads and commercial teams to deliver high-impact outputs
• Shape project structures, improve delivery processes, and build new client offerings
• Occasionally dip into the detail on smaller projects—but your main focus is people and performance

• 5+ years in research or consulting
• 3+ years leading teams and projects
• Strong quant skills and commercial awareness
• The ability to inspire, support and challenge a team
• A calm, clear communicator who can manage clients and internal stakeholders

Lead Ambitious Research Projects Without Getting Stuck in the Weeds

This is your chance to step into a true leadership role at a respected research and consulting firm that’s growing fast and evolving smart. You’ll manage a 10–15 person team working across diverse projects—published research, data services, and consulting pieces. It’s not about ticking boxes or endless reporting. It’s about making great work happen and helping others thrive.

If you’re craving a role where you can influence process, raise standards, and support smart people doing rigorous research, you’ll feel right at home here.

🔹 “Their subject matter expertise and deep understanding of the industry is unparalleled. Clients trust their insights for informed strategic decisions.” – Major Healthcare Technology Company

🔹 “They’re a key resource for strategic planning. Their data and insights are thorough, extensive, and dependable.” – Healthcare Technology Company

🔹 “Clients trust the insights provided by this Research Agency to drive their strategic decisions.” – Leading Healthcare Technology Company

🔹 “They’re a valuable partner offering a unique balance of services. Their expert analyst team challenges leaders and drives growth.” – Technology Services Provider

Ready to be a part of the expanding Custom Research and Consultancy practice? As a Research Executive, you’ll be the driving force behind the ‘voice of the customer’ research services. You’ll conduct primary market research (In depth Interviews), analyse trends, and deliver actionable insights.

**Why Joining is Beneficial:**

🔹 **High-Energy Environment:** Diving into a fast-paced, inclusive workplace where ideas are valued.

🔹 **Global Impact:** Working with industry leaders and influencers on a global scale.

🔹 **Continuous Growth:** From on-the-job training to personal development programs, this Agency invests in success.

🔹 **Cutting-Edge Insights:** Staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving healthcare technology landscape.

🔹 **Inclusive Culture:** Joining a diverse team where collaboration and innovation thrive.

🔹 Are you a recent graduate or do you have 1+ years’ experience in market research or market intelligence?

🔹 Are you comfortable interviewing senior stakeholders such as Director level and C-Suite from the NHS?

🔹 Do you have an analytical mindset with a passion for healthcare technology?

🔹 Are you proficient in the Microsoft Office suite?

🔹 Do you have strong communication and organizational skills?

🔹 Can you work independently and in a team?

This firm is a strategic analytics consultancy that combines AI, data science, and commercial insight. They specialise in developing advanced analytics solutions for clients in finance, retail, private equity, the public sector, etc.

As the Manager (Data Science), you will lead a team of data scientists and analysts to develop data-driven solutions that drive business decisions and strategic initiatives.

Overseeing the end-to-end data science lifecycle, from scoping out client needs to deploying ML models.

Key attributes of the suitable Manager (Data Science) include:

• At least 3+ years of commercial data science experience
• Experience within consulting, especially in sectors like Financial Services, Retail, Tech, Public Sector, etc.
• Strong communication skills with experience in dealing with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

This firm is a strategic analytics consultancy that combines AI, data science, and commercial insight. They specialise in developing advanced analytics solutions for clients in industries such as finance, retail, private equity, public sector, etc.

As the Senior Manager (Data Science), you will lead a team of data scientists and analysts to develop data-driven solutions that drive business decisions and strategic initiatives.

This role will be heavy on the client-facing side, where you will oversee the end-to-end data science lifecycle, from scoping out client needs to deploying ML models.

Key attributes of the suitable Senior Manager (Data Science) include:

• At least 5+ years of commercial data science experience
• Experience within consulting, especially in sectors like Financial Services, Retail, Tech, Public Sector, etc.
• Strong communication skills with experience in dealing with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

🚀 Ready to turn insight into impact? This Senior Research Manager (mixed methods) role is your chance to lead high-value projects that shape strategy across healthcare and pharma.

📊 If you love data, strategy, and making a difference—this one’s for you.

🚀 Lead Insightful Change

Join a collaborative team that powers strategy with evidence. You’ll work at the heart of complex, high-impact projects across healthcare, pharma, and regulated sectors—translating insight into real-world outcomes.

📊 Own Your Projects

From qual to quant, you’ll drive end-to-end research—designing, delivering, and debriefing with confidence. We’re method-agnostic, so your versatility is valued (and supported).

🌍 Influence What’s Next

Work alongside strategists, data scientists, and behavioural experts to shape smarter communications, influence decision-making, and tackle briefs that often don’t have a clear path (yet).

🌱 Make Your Mark

Help pitch winning proposals and deliver them, and build meaningful client relationships—this is a career-defining role for a curious, commercially minded Senior Research Manager.

🔬 Quantitative and Qualitative Methodology Expertise

• Confident leading both qual and quant projects from end to end eg multi market brand health trackers OR writing discussion guides and help moderate focus groups.
• Skilled in designing research instruments, analysing data, and delivering impactful debriefs
• Methodologically versatile—able to adapt to different client needs under pressure

📊 Data Analysis & Statistical Skills

• Comfortable with data interpretation and basic analysis tools
• Experience applying data science or statistical techniques to segment audiences or drive insight-led strategies
• Understand the role Data Science and AI can play in the research solution

📝 Proposal and Reporting Precision

• Demonstrated ability to craft high-quality proposals and compelling reports
• Can extract clear, actionable insight from complex data—not just describe what happened

Our client is a globally recognised healthcare insight and strategy agency committed to tech-led innovation. Specialising in areas such as Oncology, Immunology, Respiratory, and Cardiovascular, they leverage AI-powered tools to deliver actionable insights. With a supportive, people-first culture and a focus on employee development, they’ve consistently been ranked among the best places to work. They’re proud to be a 100% women-owned business and passionate about driving meaningful change through data and insights.

As a Senior Research Executive, you’ll play a pivotal role in project management and client servicing, ensuring everything runs smoothly. From drafting questionnaires and moderating interviews to presenting findings and managing relationships with clients, your work will be varied and impactful. You’ll be the “project orchestrator,” keeping everything on track and helping to deliver high-quality insights. With the guidance of senior team members, you’ll gain the experience and autonomy to lead smaller projects and contribute to reports and presentations, all while managing multiple projects at once.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 2-3 years of experience in healthcare market research
• Experience in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.
• Excellent project management skills.

Our client is a global leader in healthcare insights and strategy, specialising in tech-driven innovation. They are women-owned and have pioneered AI-powered methodologies that help shape brand strategies across multiple healthcare sectors. With offices in the UK and the US, this company is shaping the future of healthcare research, focusing on areas like Oncology, Immunology, and Cardiovascular. But they’re not just about the work; they’re about creating an environment where everyone feels heard, valued, and motivated.

As an Account Director, you’ll be at the forefront of innovation, driving impactful projects and nurturing long-term client relationships. You will:

💡 Lead and deliver high-quality market research

📈 Manage and grow your own client portfolio

🔍 Analyse and synthesise complex data to uncover actionable insights

🧑‍🏫 Mentor and train junior team members

🤝 Build lasting relationships with clients, ensuring they come to you with new RFPs

The ideal candidate will:

✨ Have 6+ years’ experience in healthcare market research or a similar field

🎯 Be commercially savvy, with a keen eye for client growth

💡 Have experience in running qualitative research projects from end to end. Experience with quant methods is a bonus.

This isn’t a theory-heavy academic role. It’s a high-impact, client-facing position where you’ll help world-leading organisations embed behavioural science into their business strategy.

• Lead multiple client projects that use behavioural frameworks to solve real-world challenges
• Develop strategic behavioural models that influence decisions, communications, and services
• Build Behavioural Centres of Excellence within client organisations
• Act as a trusted advisor to clients – helping them embed behavioural thinking at scale
• Coach and mentor behavioural consultants, shaping the next generation of practitioners
• Identify new commercial opportunities and contribute to business growth

• 3–5 years of experience applying behavioural science in a consultancy or in-house team
• Deep understanding of behavioural frameworks, biases, heuristics, and behavioural strategy
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and guiding them through complex interventions
• Experience leading client-facing projects end-to-end
• A collaborative, curious mindset – and a love for turning insight into action

• A role at the cutting edge of applied behavioural science
• An energetic, supportive team who love what they do
• Opportunities to grow, mentor, and lead in a fast-moving, impact-driven environment
• A clear pathway to develop your expertise in behavioural architecture

If you’re ready to build smarter systems, influence decision-making at scale, and grow with a team of like-minded behavioural thinkers, we’d love to hear from you.

📩 Apply now and let’s build behaviour change that sticks.