Research Director (Banking)

We Are Aspire; City Of London; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Research Director to lead annual banking survey production and provide actionable insights. The ideal candidate will have over five years' experience in research and consulting within financial services, along with strong skills in data analysis and project management. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £80k with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Over five years' experience in research, consulting, and project management across financial services and emerging technologies.
• Skilled in quantitative and secondary qualitative research, data analysis and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communicator with project leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual banking survey production, ensuring data integrity and timely publication.
• Collaborate across teams, providing expertise and actionable insights.
• Continuously refine Index methodology and develop new benchmarks.

Skills

Research

Consulting

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Job description

This consultancy that produces top insights for their clients is on the lookout for a Research Director to produce and contextualise these insights with respect to the wider market.

JOB TITLE: Research Director (Banking)
SALARY: Up to 80k
LOCATION: London (Hybrid)

THE COMPANY

We are working with a consultancy that acts as a compass, using hundreds of objective data points to reveal a clear picture of performance across key metrics. Their reports turn numbers into insights, earning them a reputation as trusted partners who guide clients toward confident growth.

KEY DUTIES

• Lead annual banking survey production, ensuring data integrity, methodological accuracy, and timely, high-quality publication.
• Collaborate across Data, Intelligence, and Client Delivery teams, providing expertise, assurance, and actionable insights for index reporting.
• Continuously refine and expand Index methodology, testing improvements, documenting processes, and developing new banking benchmarks collaboratively.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Over five years' experience in research, consulting, and project management across financial services and emerging technologies.
• Skilled in quantitative and secondary qualitative research, data analysis and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communicator with project leadership experience, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams focused on AI and digital transformation.

Does this Research Director (Banking) role align with your experience? Apply now and let's have a chat!

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