Lead Generation Researcher

Groomfield Recruitment Ltd; Cannock; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cannock is seeking a Lead Generation Researcher to join their Business Development team. This role involves identifying and qualifying new business opportunities through extensive research and data analysis. The ideal candidate will have advanced spreadsheet skills and experience in using CRM systems. The position offers a competitive salary, full-time hours, and a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Stable full-time hours

Free parking

33 days holiday

Pension

Qualifications

• Experience using CRM systems and maintaining high‑quality data.
• Advanced spreadsheet skills in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Comfortable using AI and automation tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities.
• Conduct in-depth organizational research.
• Maintain large volumes of lead and account data.
• Provide prioritised lead lists and research insights.
• Source and verify key contact information.
• Evaluate product categories and competitive landscapes.
• Monitor market news for opportunities.
• Produce reports and dashboards for stakeholders.

Skills

CRM systems usage

Advanced spreadsheet skills

Use of AI and automation tools

Organisational skills

Job description

Salary: From £30,000 per annum plus bonus Location: Cannock Monday to Thursday 08.30 to 17.00/ Friday 08.30 to 15.00

Groomfield are recruiting on behalf of a client who is looking to appoint a Lead Generation Researcher to join their Business Development function. This role sits at the very start of the sales cycle and is ideal for someone who enjoys research, data analysis, and uncovering high‑quality business opportunities. The company are based in impressive, high‑end offices and offer a genuinely welcoming and supportive working environment, with a personable team who value collaboration, flexibility, and looking after their people. They are now looking for the right person to join an established and growing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new business opportunities using AI tools, online databases, professional networks, and research platforms.
• Conduct in‑depth research into organisations, including size, structure, capabilities, and market positioning.
• Clean, process, and maintain large volumes of lead and account data to ensure CRM accuracy.
• Provide prioritised lead lists, account intelligence, and research insights to support business development activity.
• Source and verify key contact information, including decision‑makers and direct contact details.
• Evaluate product categories, operational needs, and competitive landscapes.
• Monitor market news and global developments to identify opportunities and risks.
• Produce clear reports, summaries, and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience using CRM systems and maintaining high‑quality data (desirable).
• Advanced spreadsheet skills (Excel or Google Sheets), including data cleaning and analysis.
• Comfortable using AI and automation tools to support research tasks.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Stable, full‑time working hours (Monday‑Friday).
• Free parking, 33 days holiday and pension.
• Opportunity to play a key role in business growth and strategy.
• Supportive team environment with exposure to commercial decision‑making.