Research Director - Behavioural Change

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative insights consultancy seeks a Research Director specialised in behavioural change to lead impactful projects and strategy. This role combines strategic oversight with practical application of behavioural science, contributing to team growth and commercial success. The ideal candidate will have a strong research background and experience in behaviour change frameworks, capable of generating actionable insights that tie to business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Solid background in behavioural science and understanding of behaviour change frameworks.
• Ability to convert behavioural insights into practical, strategic solutions.
• Strong research skills and experience in pitching and growing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead major research projects embedding behavioural science.
• Shape the application of behavioural change in commercial settings.
• Collaborate across teams to identify opportunities for behavioural insights.

Skills

Behavioural science

Mixed methods research

Strategic thinking

Job description

Research Director - Behavioural Change, London (City of London)

Client:

Location:

London (City of London), United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

Job Description:

Research Director – Behavioural Science

? Hybrid - London (flexible)

? Mixed methods research experience

I’m working with an innovative insights consultancy on a senior opening that blends strategy, behavioural science, and commercial impact. They’re looking for a Research Director with deep expertise in behavioural change—someone who can lead major research projects and embed behavioural science thinking across the wider business.

This is a highly strategic role. You’ll be part of a 10-person Behavioural Science team, helping shape how behavioural change is applied in commercial settings, tying insights to real business outcomes.

You’ll also be expected to help pitch and win behavioural science-led projects and identify opportunities to embed behavioural thinking across broader programmes, often collaborating with other teams. A strategic mindset is essential: you should see the bigger picture and connect behavioural science to wider client challenges.

This role is ideal if you:

• Have a solid background in behavioural science, with a good understanding of behaviour change frameworks
• Are a strong researcher who can make behavioural insights practical, strategic, and monetisable
• Think beyond the project brief and understand how behavioural science fits into the wider client ecosystem
• Are excited about pitching your work and helping grow a top-tier team

If this sounds like the right opportunity, please apply for more information.