Associate Director

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

Job summary

A leading independent research agency is seeking an Associate Director to join their Healthcare team. This role focuses on managing high-impact qualitative research projects and mentoring junior staff. The position allows for hybrid working with a salary range of £65,000 – £80,000 based on experience. Benefits include flexible working hours and private medical cover.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Private medical cover

Discretionary bonus scheme

Ongoing training

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage international healthcare research projects.
• Mentor and support junior team members.
• Develop new client relationships.

Skills

Healthcare research expertise

Project management

Qualitative research

Team leadership

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.