Associate Director

JR United Kingdom; Preston; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent research agency in the UK is seeking an Associate Director for their Healthcare team. This role involves leading international healthcare research projects, mentoring junior team members, and building strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in qualitative research and a passion for healthcare projects. The position offers a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and a supportive, collaborative culture.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave + bonus days

Private medical cover

Discretionary bonus scheme

Ongoing training tailored to career goals

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading international healthcare research projects.
• Ability to mentor and support junior team members.
• Strong skills in client relationship development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple international healthcare research projects.
• Mentor junior team members and support their development.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Healthcare research

Qualitative research

Project management

Team leadership

Client relationship development

Job description

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Hybrid | London office but can also be fully remote if desired.

Salary: £65,000 – £80,000, depending on experience - AD to SAD/Director level considered

We’re working with a brilliant independent research agency to find an exceptional Associate Director to join their Healthcare team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a strategic, hands-on healthcare researcher to work on global, high-impact projects - with a strong focus on qualitative research, and the chance to influence thinking at the highest level.

About the role:

• Lead and manage 2–3 international healthcare research projects at a time
• Mentor and support junior team members
• Develop new and existing client relationships
• Take ownership from design through to delivery and storytelling
• Work collaboratively in a supportive, high-performing team

What’s on offer:

• A wide variety of fascinating and strategic healthcare research projects
• A genuinely collaborative culture
• Autonomy, flexibility, and the freedom to develop your own interests
• A leadership team that values initiative and individuality
• Performance-based progression, not time-based promotion

Benefits include:

• Hybrid (office available but can be fully remote) & flexible working
• 25 days’ annual leave + bonus days for tenure and company performance
• Private medical cover
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Ongoing training tailored to your career goals
• Cycle to work scheme & regular team socials

Next Steps:

Do get in touch if this feels interesting - if you feel this is a good fit, we’ll bring the role to life in more detail and see if it’s a strong potential match for your own career plans.