Research Manager: AI-Driven Insights for Growth

Kantar; Warwick; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Kantar is seeking a Research Manager in Warwick to lead insight programmes for top brands. You will manage client relationships, oversee projects from brief to delivery, and turn data into actionable recommendations, while championing AI and automation to improve outcomes.

The role requires strong quantitative research experience, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and coach junior colleagues.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in quantitative research and insights in Brand/Creative/Innovation.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality research and insights.
• Strong communication and storytelling skills.
• Analytical and commercially minded.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Collaborative and adaptable.
• Curious, proactive and committed to continuous learning and development.
• Experience coaching or developing others is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Build strong client relationships and deliver insight-led solutions that drive business growth.
• Lead research projects from brief to delivery, ensuring high-quality outputs and an exceptional client experience.
• Turn data into clear, compelling and commercially relevant insights and recommendations.
• Embrace AI, technology and automation to improve efficiency, insight generation and client outcomes.
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, contributing to a high-performing and supportive culture.
• Support the development of junior colleagues through coaching and knowledge sharing.
• Demonstrate commercial awareness, curiosity and a proactive approach to solving client challenges.
• Champion continuous learning and role model the behaviours that support Kantar's strategy, culture and commitment to innovation.

Skills

Quantitative research

Brand/Creative/Innovation

Client management

Storytelling

Analytics

Project management

Collaboration

Continuous learning

Coaching

Job description

Kantar is seeking a Research Manager in Warwick to lead insight programmes for top brands. You will manage client relationships, oversee projects from brief to delivery, and turn data into actionable recommendations, while championing AI and automation to improve outcomes.

The role requires strong quantitative research experience, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams and coach junior colleagues.