Research Manager

Harnham; Greater London; Ibrido; GBP 50.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Harnham is seeking a capable research professional to own end-to-end public opinion projects, from scoping to final presentation, including client communication and delivery. You will design surveys, oversee fieldwork, analyse findings, and translate data into clear insights.

You'll work with cross-disciplinary teams across research, analytics, data science and technology, exploring AI-enabled methods and opportunities for new business.

Competenze

• Experience delivering quantitative research from design to presentation.
• Experience on public opinion, social, or policy research programs.
• Strong client-facing skills and stakeholder management.
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Experience contributing to proposals or responses to tenders.
• Strong project management and organisational abilities.
• Familiarity with data visualization and storytelling.
• Interest in applying AI to research workflows.

Mansioni

• Lead end-to-end research projects from scoping to final presentation.
• Design surveys, oversee fieldwork, analyse findings, and report insights.
• Be primary client contact and manage expectations.
• Develop client relationships and identify new research opportunities.
• Support proposals, pitches and business development with seniors.
• Conduct original research and contribute to thought leadership.
• Present findings to senior stakeholders and explain insights.
• Mentor junior team members and share knowledge.
• Support process improvements and AI-enabled research delivery.
• Manage multiple projects with quality and client satisfaction.

Conoscenze

Quantitative research

Public opinion research

Client-facing

Data interpretation

Proposals / bids

Project management

R

Python

Data visualization

AI in research

Public affairs knowledge

Strumenti

R

Python

Tableau

Descrizione del lavoro

This is an opportunity to join a growing research and analytics consultancy where you will take ownership of end-to-end public opinion research projects, build meaningful client relationships, and contribute to work that helps organisations make informed decisions on important social and political issues. The role offers strong autonomy, client exposure, and the chance to develop expertise at the intersection of research, technology, and AI.

The Company

They are a technology-enabled research and analytics consultancy that combines high-quality research expertise with innovative tools and methods. Their work supports organisations across the non-profit, public, and commercial sectors, helping them better understand public attitudes, behaviours, and emerging trends.

Operating within a collaborative environment, they bring together researchers, analysts, data specialists, and technology professionals to deliver actionable insights. As the business continues to grow, they are expanding their Consulting & Analytics team to support increasing demand from mission-led organisations.

The Role

You will:

• Lead research projects from initial scoping through to final presentation and recommendations.
• Design surveys, oversee fieldwork, analyse findings, and produce clear insight reports.
• Act as the primary client contact, managing communication, expectations, and project delivery.
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities for further research support.
• Support proposals, pitches, and business development activity alongside senior colleagues.
• Conduct original research and contribute to thought leadership initiatives.
• Present findings to senior stakeholders and communicate complex insights clearly.
• Support the development of junior team members through training and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to process improvements and explore how AI and technology can enhance research delivery.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality and client satisfaction.

Your Skills & Experience

• Strong experience delivering quantitative research projects from design through to analysis and presentation.
• Experience working on public opinion, social, political, policy, or third-sector research programmes.
• Strong client-facing skills with experience managing stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights and recommendations.
• Experience contributing to proposals, tenders, or new business opportunities.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of data analysis tools such as R or Python is beneficial.
• Comfortable working with data visualisation and storytelling techniques.
• Interest in applying AI and emerging technologies within research workflows.
• Understanding of social, political, or public affairs issues and how research informs decision‑making.

What They Offer

• Opportunity to take full ownership of projects and become a trusted client lead.
• Meaningful work supporting organisations addressing important societal challenges.
• Exposure to a wide variety of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed‑method research projects.
• Close collaboration with specialists across research, analytics, data science, and technology.
• Opportunity to develop expertise in AI-enabled research methods.
• Structured career progression within a growing consulting and analytics team.
• Opportunity to contribute to thought leadership, events, and industry‑facing research.