Research Director

Spalding Goobey; England; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A bespoke research consultancy is seeking a Director with expertise in Pharma research to lead projects and manage client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a mix of qualitative and quantitative research experience and be driven by a desire to make a significant impact on clients' businesses. This role offers a creative and professional environment within a talented team, providing ample opportunity for further skill development and meritocratic rewards.

Benefits

Flexible working

Bonus structure

Meritocratic rewards

Qualifications

• Must have experience in the Pharma sector with a mix of qual and quant methodologies.
• Experience in managing projects and client relationships.
• Proven track record in delivering strategic insights.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing the client base and projects.
• Secure new business through high-quality work.
• Develop and deliver insights for clients’ strategic issues.

Skills

Pharma expertise

Creative thinking

Project management

Job description

Director – Qual or mix method research and strategist – Healthcare / Pharma

£65,000 to £100,000+ Plus Bonus & Bens

Flexible Working

This high quality and forward-thinking bespoke research consultancy is smashing their targets and seeking further growth in their Pharma team.

They work for some of the most exciting brands and help them resolve their major strategic issues.

Their team is full of talented, diligent people, and they seek candidates who are clever, creative, driven and ambitious. In short those who can work smartly and to the highest of standards.

They are freethinkers and like to challenge the orthodoxy but are always professional and applied in what they deliver to clients. So, if you are looking to further develop and realise your true potential this could be the place for you.

They seek an experienced and ambitious pharma expert to assist the enigmatic Team Head with managing the client base, the team, projects and to help secure new business through brilliant work and converting enquiries into wins.

They have always been regarded as true experts in their area of specialism and more recently they have enjoyed an excellent reputation for integrated qual / quant work. They are looking for a like-minded individual with a shared vision to come in and help shape the team and the future.

They are open to Directors with a broad skillset, this could be qual or a mix of qual & quant. You must have experience in the Pharma sector. You will be looking for a role where you can make a real impact on your clients’ businesses, your team, and your own career. You will work on a range of bespoke international projects.

They are experts in exploring early and future asset work and innovation. Predicting demand with rigorous techniques. They are also involved in positioning and communication development. They help their clients with message testing and help them understand their customers by designing insightful emotional connection pieces which lead to brand loyalty and drive a deeper understanding of segmentations as people.

As a key member of a mid‑sized independent agency, you will enjoy being active across the Pharma business, surrounded and supported by knowledgeable and skilled researchers, including sector and technique specialists. With a very positive, inclusive approach to further skill development and a collaborative working ethos you will thrive in this professional yet highly creative environment. Reward is meritocratic and based on achievements here.