Head of Quantitative Research (PM/Fieldwork)

Harnham; England; Hybrid; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare research agency in the UK is seeking a Head of Quantitative Research to lead and mentor a team, ensuring high-quality project delivery and client satisfaction. With over 8 years of experience in quantitative research and 3 years in team management, the ideal candidate will have excellent problem-solving and communication skills. This hybrid role offers a salary of up to £110,000 and the opportunity to make a significant impact on the business.

Qualifications

• 8+ years’ experience in quantitative research or market research operations, preferably in healthcare.
• 3+ years managing a team with both junior and senior staff.
• Deep understanding of quantitative project delivery across UK and international markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of quantitative project managers.
• Build trusted relationships with key healthcare clients.
• Drive efficiency, profitability, and client satisfaction KPIs.

Skills

Quantitative research

Market research operations

Team management

Client satisfaction

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Job description

Head of Quantitative Research – Healthcare Insights (Fieldwork/PM focus)

London (Hybrid)

Up to £110,000

About the Company

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading healthcare research and insights agency at a pivotal stage of growth. With a global footprint and a strong UK client base, the business is focused on standardising delivery, improving client experience, and driving operational excellence across its quantitative research division.

The Role

As Head of Quantitative Research, you’ll take ownership of project delivery and client satisfaction across the UK business. You’ll lead a team of talented project managers and client service professionals, ensuring high-quality execution, strong financial performance, and exceptional client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and developing a team of quantitative project managers
• Building trusted relationships with key healthcare clients and overseeing client service improvement plans
• Embedding best-in-class standards across every stage of the project lifecycle
• Partnering with internal teams (Engineering, HR, Compliance) to enhance systems, processes, and people development
• Driving efficiency, profitability, and client satisfaction KPIs across multiple markets
• Supporting integration of new acquisitions and ensuring a seamless client experience
• Leading from the front — ensuring projects run smoothly, challenges are resolved proactively, and the team delivers consistent excellence

Your Skills & Experience

• 8+ years’ experience in quantitative research or market research operations (healthcare sector preferred)
• 3+ years managing a team (both junior and senior staff)
• A deep understanding of quantitative project delivery across UK and international markets
• Experience managing operations, project management and fieldwork teams
• Proven ability to drive client satisfaction, profitability, and delivery standards
• Strong commercial and people management skills
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organisational ability

Why Join?

You’ll be stepping into a senior leadership position with genuine influence over the direction of the UK business. This role offers the chance to shape how the company delivers value to clients, develop the next generation of researchers, and lead strategic initiatives in one of the most imp