Research Director – Youth/Higher Learning/Student (cover, scope for perm) - remote - 60-70k

Hannelius Recruitment; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected insights consultancy is seeking a Senior Research Director to lead impactful projects in the education sector. This role involves managing a talented team, overseeing quality research delivery, and driving business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have strong qualitative and quantitative skills, a commercial mindset, and experience in youth/higher learning. Competitive salary of £60-70k plus bonus is offered with a remote working model.

Qualifications

• Experience in youth/higher learning/student sector.
• Proven ability to lead teams and oversee research delivery.
• Confidence in leading proposals and driving new business.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of research projects.
• Ensure quality and client satisfaction across portfolio.
• Drive new business opportunities and develop sector pipeline.
• Partner with the Managing Director on strategy and sales.
• Develop strong client relationships.

Skills

Mixed-methods research leadership

Qualitative and quantitative research

Client management

Commercial mindset

Job description

Salary: £60-70k + bonus
Location: Remote

Are you a senior research professional with deep experience in Youth/Higher Learning and a knack for building strong client relationships? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected insights consultancy as a Research Director, leading impactful projects across the education and related sectors.

This is a role for someone who loves the blend of research leadership, client management, and commercial growth. You’ll take the reins on key projects, mentor a talented team, and help shape the strategic direction of a trusted specialist agency.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading end-to-end delivery of research projects.
• Ensuring quality, profitability, and client satisfaction across your portfolio.
• Driving new business opportunities – from proposals and pitches to developing the sector pipeline.
• Partnering with the Managing Director on strategy, sales, and team development.
• Developing and nurturing strong client relationships while supporting the team to do the same.

About you

• A mixed-methods research leader with strong qualitative and quantitative understanding.
• Deep knowledge or experience of the youth/higher learning/student sector.
• Proven ability to lead teams, manage clients, and oversee high-quality research delivery.
• A strong commercial mindset: confident leading proposals, shaping pitches, and driving new business opportunities. While experience is valuable, the eagerness to get involved is the key.
• Confident, collaborative, and able to step in seamlessly to keep projects running smoothly.

To apply please send your CV to [e-mail]

To be considered you must hold a valid UK working permit or a visa.

Hannelius Recruitment is a boutique agency, operating across various sectors and connecting top talents with leading corporations in the field of market research. At Hannelius Recruitment we are committed to diversity and equality; we value talents based on abilities and potential, fostering productivity and innovation in a positive working environment