Research & Insights Manager

Legends Global (Europe); Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sports and entertainment is seeking a Research & Insights Manager to support business development through actionable insights and market analysis. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree, experience in market research, and strong data analysis skills. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Discounted tickets

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Pension contribution

Healthshield support

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Eye care vouchers

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in market research, insights, or business development analysis.
• Proven track record in supporting strategic decision-making.
• Experience in a fast-paced, commercial environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends and competitor activity.
• Translate data into actionable insights for business development strategies.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track performance.

Skills

Data analysis

Market research

Strategic planning

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or Data Analytics

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

About Legends Global

Legends Global is redefining excellence in sport, entertainment and live events. With unrivalled expertise and international reach, we provide end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event programming to revenue strategy and hospitality.

We take a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise and Attractions, working with leading clients to deliver outstanding experiences that resonate worldwide.

Our organisation is committed to fostering an inclusive and forward-thinking environment where diversity drives innovation and collaboration. Guided by our values of Align, Scale, Connect, Team and Win... we create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

About the Role

The Research & Insights Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Business Development (BD) function by delivering market intelligence, actionable insights, and strategic recommendations that drive revenue growth and business expansion. This role combines analytical rigor with strategic storytelling to inform decision-making, strengthen proposals, and support the pursuit of new opportunities across Legends Global.

What we can offer

Hosting events is what we do best, and we want our People to experience that too- enjoy access to discounted tickets to unleash your superfan for all your favourites.

You will work hard at Legends Global, but you will be rewarded with lots of time to relax and rest with 25 days annual leave

We understand that you have a life outside of work and want to ensure that your loved ones will always be taken care of whilst you’re contributing to our success with our Life Assurance policy.

A healthy contribution of % Pension so that your golden years are spent ticking off the items on your bucket list.

Got a dental bill? Need to book a counselling session? Or even help with Physio costs? With the support of Healthshield; Legends Global will support with these unexpected costs. For you and any children.

We understand that from time to time you might need a bit of support to get you back to feeling your best, so we have teamed up with AXA Health to provide our people with an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support mental health in the workplace.

We are visionaries: both physically and metaphorically! When you join Legends Global you will be entitled to eye care vouchers and a contribution towards any glasses you require.

Pedal your way to a greener, healthier commute—join our Cycle to Work scheme and turn every ride into a win for you and the planet

Great people know great people! Refer a friend through our Employee Referral Scheme and get rewarded for helping us build an amazing team

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, industry dynamics, and competitor activity to identify new business opportunities and inform strategic planning.
• Translate data and research into actionable insights, supporting business development strategies, revenue growth initiatives, and market positioning. Gather and evaluate intelligence on clients, sectors, emerging markets, and potential partnerships to support targeted acquisition and strategic alliances.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and analyses to track performance, assess feasibility of new opportunities, and ensure data accuracy across systems.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to align insights with business objectives, and deliver compelling, data-driven presentations and storytelling for senior leaders and clients.

We are looking for someone with

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience in market research, insights, strategy, or business development analysis, ideally within sports, entertainment, venues, or hospitality sectors.
• Proven track record in supporting strategic decision-making and business development initiatives through data and insights.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, commercial, or client-facing environment.

Recruitment Process Outlined

• 1st Stage - Intro call with the Talent Team
• 2nd Stage - Intro call with the VP of Business Development

Inclusive Workplace

At Legends Global, we are committed to leading the entertainment industry towards a greener, faster, and more innovative digital future. There’s never been a better time to join our team. We aim to be an inclusive organisation, trusted and admired by our colleagues, customers, and suppliers. Join us and make a significant impact from day one.

We are committed to active inclusion, diversity, and equal opportunities. This commitment begins with our recruitment and selection process. We welcome discussions about flexible working arrangements.

If you need reasonable adjustments at any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know in your application. We are dedicated to providing a fair and transparent assessment process and will do our utmost to accommodate your needs.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure it is considered. We will continue to review applications on a rolling basis and may close the advert before the closing date.