Policy-Focused Research Manager (Quant & Mixed Methods)

Ipsos in the UK

Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 60,000 - 82,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension contribution

Life assurance

Job summary

Ipsos Public Affairs is recruiting for an experienced quantitative or mixed-methods Research Manager to run high-profile studies influencing government policy. Offices in London, Manchester and Edinburgh; based at one location with travel for internal/client meetings.

Hybrid working model with three days in the office per week. You will lead project teams, mentor junior researchers, work with policy units, and contribute to proposals and business development while delivering insights for clients

Qualifications

Exceptional quantitative research skills and ability to manage research projects end-to-end.
Experience in leading on primary research components of wider evaluation studies.
Ability to design questionnaires and topic guides to meet client objectives.
Experience contributing to proposals and business development activities.
Strong communication with clients, stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

Managing quantitative or mixed-methods research projects from inception through final reports and presentations.
Leading project teams and being the main client contact.
Training and mentoring junior researchers and supporting their development.
Writing research proposals and supporting business development activities.
Overseeing fieldwork, data specifications, and timely delivery within budget.
Collaborating with policy teams and internal experts to deliver insights.