Associate Director

Elizabeth Norman; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent agency in London seeks an Associate Director to lead strategic quantitative and mixed methods research projects. You will manage client accounts, lead proposals, and guide your team while inspiring quality work. A competitive salary, hybrid working, and a supportive culture await.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday plus Bank Holidays & birthday off

Career development support

Wellbeing initiatives

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• You should have agency-side experience and advanced analytics expertise.
• You need to build client relationships and guide teams effectively.
• A passion for mentoring junior members is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic quantitative and mixed methods research projects.
• Grow client accounts and lead proposals and pitches.
• Deliver high-quality work at pace.

Skills

Proven agency-side experience

Expertise in quantitative methodologies

Confident client relationship builder

Passion for mentoring junior team members

Job description

About the Role

We are working with an award winning independent agency with a big personality and a reputation for turning insight into action. As an Associate Director, you’ll lead strategic, ad hoc quantitative and mixed methods research projects for some of the UK’s most exciting brands in consumer space.

You’ll manage everything from advanced quant (segmentations, maxdiff, etc.) to story-led reporting that inspires change. You’ll also grow client accounts, lead proposals and pitches, and guide your team to deliver high-quality work at pace.

What You’ll Bring

• Proven agency-side experience
• Expertise in quantitative methodologies and advanced analytics techniques
• Confident client relationship builder and strategic advisor
• Passion for mentoring and motivating junior team members

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Competitive salary + 28 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays & your birthday off!)
• Hybrid working & flexible hours
• Career development support & wellbeing initiatives
• Collaborative, supportive culture that values curiosity and innovation

Apply for next steps!

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and actively seek to embrace diversity across age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion, and sex.