Research Manager in City of London

Energy Jobline ZR; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-growth research and technology scale-up seeks a Research Manager to oversee projects and strengthen client relationships. You will manage research from start to finish, ensuring insights are impactful and using tools like AI to enhance delivery. Ideal candidates have over 3 years' experience in quantitative research and strong skills in questionnaire design and client management. Join an innovative team that values collaboration and quality.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years' experience in quantitative research.
• Proven skills in designing and interpreting data visualization.
• Experience with polling and strong client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage research projects from scoping to presentation.
• Lead client communications for actionable insights.
• Mentor junior researchers and improve processes.

Skills

Quantitative research experience

Questionnaire design

Client management skills

Organizational skills

Proficiency in R or Python

Interest in AI applications

Job description

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals, 400,000+ monthly advertised global energy and engineering jobs, and work with the leading energy companies worldwide.

We focus on the Oil & Gas, Renewables, Engineering, Power, and Nuclear markets as well as emerging technologies in EV, Battery, and Fusion. We are committed to ensuring that we offer the most exciting career opportunities from around the world for our jobseekers.

Job Description

Research Manager (Consumer)

Location: Old Street, London (4 days/week in office – usually WFH Fridays)

Salary: £50,000–£60,000 + strong benefits

About the Company

Harnham have exclusively partnered up with a high-growth research and technology scale‑up on a mission to close the “understanding gap” between what organisations believe about people and reality. Using proprietary technology, they deliver faster, more accurate insights for political, social, and commercial clients. Our research is trusted by leading global brands and non‑profits, and regularly features in major media outlets.

They combine the expertise of seasoned researchers with innovative engineering talent to reimagine how market and opinion research is conducted.

The Role

As a Research Manager, you will have full ownership of projects from initial scoping to final presentation. You’ll be the primary client contact, delivering impactful insights and strengthening long‑term relationships. This role involves working across commercial, consumer and some social sectors, with the opportunity to use emerging tools such as AI to enhance project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage research projects end-to-end: client liaison, survey design, fieldwork, analysis, reporting, and presentations
• Lead client communications, ensuring insights are actionable and meaningful
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, identifying growth opportunities
• Support proposals and capability demonstrations to prospective clients
• Mentor junior researchers and contribute to process improvements

Requirements

• Ideally over 3 years’ experience in quantitative research
• Proven skills in questionnaire design, analysis specs, data tables, and visualisation
• Experience designing and interpreting political opinion polls
• Strong client-facing and relationship management skills
• Organised and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in R or Python is an advantage
• Interest in AI applications in market research

Why Join them?

This is a chance to join a collaborative, innovative team delivering high-profile, impactful research for a wide range of clients. You’ll work closely with experts in research, technology, and product, in an environment that values curiosity, ownership, and quality.

If you are interested in applying for this job please press the Apply Button and follow the application process. Energy Jobline wishes you the very best of luck in your next career move.