Research Director - Marketing Consultancy (Quantitative and Behavioural Science focus)

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Director to lead innovative research projects that blend quantitative analysis with behavioural insights. This pivotal role involves managing client accounts, guiding a talented team, and influencing strategic decisions for some of the world's most recognized brands. With a hybrid working model in Central London, you'll enjoy regular career progression reviews and the chance to work on impactful projects. If you're a commercially savvy professional passionate about data-driven insights and behavioural science, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Career progression reviews every 6 months

Collaborative and supportive culture

Work with global brands

Investment in employee development

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing full-cycle quantitative research projects.
• Strong interest in behavioural science principles and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end research projects from design to delivery.
• Manage key client relationships and mentor a team.

Skills

Quantitative Research

Client Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Behavioural Science

Team Leadership

Proposal Writing

Education

Degree in Social Sciences or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

TGI

GWI

Similarweb

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Research Director - Marketing Consultancy (Quantitative and Behavioural Science focus), london

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Client:

Evolve Search

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Research Director – Top International Brand & Marketing Consultancy (Quantitative & Behavioural Science Focus)

Location: Central London – Hybrid working

We are recruiting for a talented Research Director to join a top international brand and marketing consultancy that blends behavioural science, strategic expertise, and cutting-edge research technology to help leading brands uncover deep human motivations and drive sustainable growth.

In this pivotal role, you’ll lead full life cycle bespoke research projects—primarily quantitative, with some qualitative work—while guiding a team of researchers, analysts, and behavioural consultants. You'll take ownership of client accounts, driving strong relationships and helping to shape strategy and new business opportunities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially savvy research professional who thrives on combining data-driven insight with behavioural understanding to influence major brands’ strategic decisions. You will also have the chance to work with some of the world’s most innovative and high-profile brands on exciting, impactful projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end research projects, from study design, sampling and questionnaire development through to data analysis, reporting, storytelling, and client delivery.
• Manage and grow key client relationships, acting as a strategic advisor and ensuring best-in-class service.
• Mentor and guide a small team of researchers and analysts.
• Support and contribute to new business activities, including proposal writing and pitch presentations.
• Apply behavioural science insights to enrich research findings and influence brand and marketing strategies.

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience managing full-cycle quantitative research projects within a research agency, media agency or consultancy.
• Strong interest in and application of behavioural science principles; comfort working with both quantitative and qualitative methodologies.
• Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, with the ability to manipulate data and craft compelling reports and presentations.
• Strong experience in client relationship management, team leadership, and supplier negotiation.
• Familiarity with tools like TGI, GWI, Touchpoints, Telmar or Similarweb would be a plus.

Why Join?

• Central London location with a hybrid working model
• Regular career progression reviews (every 6 months) offering clear paths for promotion and salary growth
• Voted one of the best companies to work for with a collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking culture
• Work alongside global, world-class brands on strategic, innovative projects
• Be part of a business that values your development, invests in your future, and celebrates success