Strategic Research Director & Client Leader

yougov; Dubai; On-site; AED 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

YouGov, a leading research and data analytics firm, seeks a senior Research Director to shape research design, client strategy, and team development in the Dubai region. The role emphasizes ownership of high-value clients, methodological excellence, and driving automation to enhance outcomes.

The successful candidate will manage complex projects, guide colleagues, present insights to executives, and grow the business while advancing innovative AI-enabled research practices.

Responsibilities

• Own the region's most complex, high-value client relationships from enquiry to delivery.
• Lead on client tenders, RFIs, and commercial decisions.
• Design and supervise research designs and questionnaires.
• Guide junior colleagues and manage team capacity and quality.
• Use AI-enabled methods to improve research workflows.
• Present insights to C-suite and translate findings into business actions.

Job description

YouGov, a leading research and data analytics firm, seeks a senior Research Director to shape research design, client strategy, and team development in the Dubai region. The role emphasizes ownership of high-value clients, methodological excellence, and driving automation to enhance outcomes.

The successful candidate will manage complex projects, guide colleagues, present insights to executives, and grow the business while advancing innovative AI-enabled research practices.