Research Executive

Havas Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading integrated communications agency is seeking Research Executives for their Manchester office, starting August 2025. The role involves researching client markets and products, with key responsibilities in insights, strategy development, and client interaction. Candidates are expected to demonstrate skills in brand strategy and human behaviour, with opportunities for career growth through their early careers programme.

Benefits

Hybrid working – 3 days in office, 2 from home

28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Increasing holiday allowance with length of service

Full wellbeing programme

Personal and professional development training

Sabbatical opportunities

Volunteer days

Flexible hours

Wellness initiatives

Social events and parties

Qualifications

• Display keen interest in brand strategy and insight.
• Possess initiative, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyse the digital and social landscape.
• Conduct category and competitor reviews.
• Develop reports and present findings.

Skills

Brand strategy

Human behaviour

Problem solving

Initiative

Organisational skills

Job description

Agency :

Havas Lynx

Job Description :

Havas Lynx Group are looking for Research Executivesto join our Manchester based teams on our early careers programme, Havas Archway, with roles starting August 2025!

Who we are:

We arean award-winning integrated communications agency and we are committed to bringing about change in healthcare; change informed by experience, driven by innovation and proven in delivery.

Across our offices we have a multidisciplinary team of over 400+ people who collaborate to produce global campaigns that aim to enhance people’s lives – whether that is by empowering patients to understand their treatment options, providing a range of support to carers or educating Healthcare Professionals to make the most effective treatment decisions possible.

The Research Executive role:

In order to initiate positive change within the healthcare industry, we need to really understand our client’s products and markets – this is where the planning and insights team come in! Within this position, you will have the opportunity to really take ownership of projects and ultimately, inform the brand marketing strategy for our global clients. To do this, you will focus on four key areas – Research and Insights, Creative Collaboration, Strategy Development, and Winning New Business.

• Research and analyse the digital and social landscape– analysis of websites, social media, and data trends
• Conduct category and competitor reviews and deep dive into understanding human behaviour
• Developing reports and presenting findings
• Making recommendations and informing briefs
  

The successful candidate will:

• Display a keen interest in brand strategy, human behaviour, insight and creativity
• Be able to demonstrate excellent initiative, lateral thinking and problem solving skills
• Possess a high level of attention to detail and a passion for inspiring others
• Display very strong organisational and time management skills
• Be professional, approachable and confident in sharing their ideas
  

The application process:

• You submit your application?
• We have a screening call, either over the phone or Microsoft Teams (we would love to be able to speak to everyone but that isn’t always possible)
• First stage interview: generally done remotely which covers questions around the main competencies of the role (communication, organisation, insights etc.)
• Second stage interview: completed in the office where you will be given a tour. You will also be given a task or presentation to complete in advance.
• Then...a decision!

If you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know!

What we offer:

• Havas Archway – our early careers training programme
• Hybrid working – 3-days in the office, 2 from home
• 28 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Increasing holiday allowance connected to length of service
• Option to buy, carry or sell holidays
• #LXAcademy – our huge bespoke training programme for personal and professional development
• Full wellbeing programme including organised sports - yoga, football, running club, hiking and more
• Sabbatical opportunities
• Volunteer days
• Early finish on Fridays throughout the year plus extra early finish during summer months
• Later start on Monday’s during winter months
• Wellness Wednesdays extended lunch hour to focus on wellbeing
• 24/7 access to a free, confidential and independent Employee Assistance Programme
• Medicash healthcare cash plan
• Life insurance (4 x salary)
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Office dogs
• And the best, fully paid for, company parties and socials!
  

We’re very proud of our heritage and culture so, as a result, you’ll find Havas Lynx is a sociable, friendly environment where personality is important. Take a look at our social media channels for a glimpse of what we get up to via @havaslynxeu on Instagram and Havas Lynx on YouTube and Facebook.

This advertised post is with Havas Lynx, part of the Havas Health & You network.More information can be found atwww.havaslynx.com. We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy which you can find viahttps://www.havaslynx.com/privacy-policy/

Contract Type :

Permanent

Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual’s ability to perform their job.