Project Manager- (Research agency)

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A modern market research agency in London seeks a Project Manager for a 3-month contract. The role involves overseeing project delivery, coordinating teams, and managing client communications. Ideal candidates have proven project management skills in market research, strong organisational abilities, and are comfortable working with multiple stakeholders. This position offers competitive daily rates and hybrid work options.

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in a fast-paced market research or agency setting.
• Experience managing multiple research projects with multidisciplinary stakeholders.
• Strong ability to mentor team members.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project plans and budgets.
• Oversee project delivery and address obstacles.
• Act as central point of contact for clients.
• Coordinate with the project team including lead and junior researchers.

Skills

Project management skills

Client communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Formal project management training (e.g. Prince II, Scrum, Lean, Kanban)

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Futurehead's have partnered with a modern, vibrant start-up who are transforming the way global brands deepen their customer understanding through market research.

This fast-growing, full-service agency delivers both quantitative and qualitative insights for leading names in gaming, finance, sportswear, and beyond. Their mission is to deliver meaningful, data-driven insights with a bold, unconventional approach. They fuel growth for their clients and offering variety through both short-term and long-tail research projects. They have just won some really exciting projects and need a project manager who have both quantitative and qualitative research experience and slightly more generic agencies. You must have a really solid understanding of project management fundamentals and want to work directly with clients across a verity of industries.

About the Opportunity

They are seeking an experienced Project Manager for a 3 month contract with a possibility to extend. You will join a collaborative team of market research and business experts. You’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless delivery of complex research programmes- coordinating tasks across internal teams and external partners, and optimising operations to keep projects on track all while upholding a really modern culture within the team.

This is a chance to join a high-performing central project management function, working alongside senior leaders in research, product, and fieldwork management- They are a small but funky team and like people with real character. You’ll provide both hands-on project management and strategic oversight, guiding projects from conception to completion. You will have a lot of autonomy but you must be able to jump straight in

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute project plans, budgets, timetables, and collaboration workshops.
• Oversee project delivery, address obstacles, and ensure research milestones are achieved.
• Act as the central point of contact for clients, presenting progress updates and escalating risks as needed.
• Coordinate with a dedicated team including lead and junior researchers, other project managers, and specialists.
• Guide and “school” newer team members on effective project pathways and critical processes.
• Manage research fieldwork with panel providers and marketplace partners.
• Lead team meetings, monitor progress, and help deliver case studies that showcase project outcomes.

What They’re Looking For

• Proven project management skills in a fast-paced market research or agency setting+ a research agency withing quant and qual.
• Comfortable managing multiple research projects with multidisciplinary stakeholders (including fieldwork**).
• Exceptional organisational skills and methodical attention to detail.
• Strong client communication: unafraid to interact with clients directly and manage relationships from start to finish- professional but highly personable.
• Ability to motivate, guide, and mentor team members- supporting both experienced and newer staff.
• Analytical, resourceful, and proactive in identifying and solving problems as they arise.
• Experience using tools like MS Excel; formal project management training (e.g. Prince II, Scrum, Lean, Kanban) is a must!
• Open to agency, research, or commercial backgrounds; your energy and initiative will set you apart- enthusiasm and personality goes a long way with this highly intelligent team.
• Preference for those available to start within the next 2 weeks.

Offer & Next Steps

• Contract: 3 months (potential for extension)
• Day Rate: £330-£400 (depending on years of experience)
• Team: You’ll collaborate closely with senior product and research managers, including a hands-on project management cohort and dedicated leadership.
• Location: UK-based, hybrid options available.
• Process: Initial meetings with agency leadership and research directors; swift turnarounds expected.

If you’re ready to join a high-growth environment with the autonomy to make a real impact- while working alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry- we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to Futureheads today to learn more.