Associate Director - Randomised Controlled Trials

Verian Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Flexible arrangements

Professional growth

Job summary

Verian Group seeks an experienced Associate Director to join the Trials team. You’ll deliver randomised controlled trials and online experiments, support project design, delivery and reporting, and work closely with clients and stakeholders to manage multiple projects with quality and on budget.

You will mentor junior colleagues in a fast-paced environment and contribute to bid and proposal activities while maintaining rigorous methodological standards.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and delivering field trials or online experiments.
• Ability to lead multi-project portfolios and teams to deliver high-quality outputs.
• Experience collaborating with clients and stakeholders throughout the research process.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and risk-management abilities.
• Excellent written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver randomised controlled trials and online experiments, supporting design, data collection and reporting.
• Lead project teams to ensure outputs are on time and on budget.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders throughout the research lifecycle.
• Balance multiple projects and priorities with clear prioritisation.
• Identify and mitigate delivery risks to maintain quality.
• Mentor and develop junior team members.

Skills

Field trials

Online experiments

Project management

Client management

Prioritization

Problem solving

Writing skills

Statistical analysis

Literature reviews

Policy expertise

Tools

Statistical analysis software

Job description

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Verian is a purpose-led company, delivering high-impact projects that shape public policy and drive social change. From education to health, crime to energy, our projects make a real difference.

With offices in 15 countries, our consultants and researchers advise government departments, regulators, charities, and other public sector organisations to make informed decisions and improve people’s lives.

Operating globally, Verian has offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, and the United States.

About the Team

The Trials team designs and delivers field trials and online experiments across a range of public policy areas. Working with clients including government departments, regulators and What Works Centres, we generate robust evidence that informs policy, improves public services and helps organisations understand what works in practice.

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Associate Director to join our growing Trials team.

You’ll play a key role in delivering randomised controlled trials and online experiments, supporting project design, delivery and reporting. You’ll work closely with clients and stakeholders, manage multiple projects, and help develop junior team members within a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver randomised controlled trials and online experiments, supporting project design, implementation, data collection, and reporting.
• Manage projects and project teams to deliver high-quality outputs on time and to budget.
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders throughout the research process.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Identify and help mitigate delivery risks.
• Support and develop junior team members.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience delivering field trials or online experiments.
• Ability to manage projects and project teams to deliver high-quality outputs.
• Experience working with clients and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong problem-solving and risk management skills.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Experience of statistical analysis, please tell us what programs you work in
• Experience of conducting literature reviews
• Expertise in a particular policy area or areas

Why Verian?

• Work on socially meaningful projects in a supportive, collaborative environment
• Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
• Professional growth and development opportunities

We encourage applications from all sections of society and provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the application and interview process.