Research Manager / Associate Director

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic project manager to lead quantitative market research projects. This role emphasizes client engagement and requires a strong background in pharmaceutical methodologies. The ideal candidate will possess excellent client management skills and a proven track record in business development. You'll be responsible for directing project analysis and ensuring that all outputs meet the highest standards. If you're passionate about market research and ready to take on a leadership role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in market research, especially in pharmaceuticals.
• Strong skills in client management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage local and international quantitative projects from proposal to debrief.
• Ensure high-quality outputs and meet client objectives within deadlines.

Skills

Pharmaceutical market research methodologies

Client management skills

Business development

Ad-hoc quantitative research techniques

Qualitative research techniques

Job description

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Client:

Carrot Recruitment

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

15

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

The Role

The emphasis of the job will be to manage quantitative (and some qualitative if you have qualitative experience) local and international projects and lead and support others on the project from proposal to debrief.

• Involve in account management / business development - liaising with clients regularly.
• Responsible for proposal writing, managing domestic and international projects, and directing the analysis process to ensure client objectives are met.
• Recommend research/methodology approaches to best answer clients' business questions and meet their requirements.
• Ensure all outputs to the client are of the highest standard, within deadlines and budget.
• Write the final DP specification, code frame, and ensure tables are set out appropriately and accurately.

You

The ideal candidate will:

• Have an excellent understanding of pharmaceutical market research methodologies with a minimum of 4 years research experience.
• Ideally have experience in new business development and the ability to work at a more senior level.
• Have excellent client management skills.
• Be an expert in ad-hoc quantitative and qualitative market research techniques (open to candidates with 100% quantitative experience).
• Be able to motivate, develop, and coach team members.