Research Manager/Senior Research Manager

JR United Kingdom; York; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading market research company in York is seeking a Research Manager or Senior Research Manager. The successful candidate will lead bespoke quantitative projects, working with major tech clients. They will own project delivery and present critical insights, all within a collaborative and positive work environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Positive company culture

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Solid experience in a market research agency, preferably B2B.
• Proficient with Excel and PowerPoint; interest in AI tools a plus.
• Comfortable leading client calls.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end delivery of research projects.
• Lead proposal writing and questionnaire design.
• Present findings clearly and confidently.

Skills

Quantitative Research

Client Engagement

Storytelling

Analytical Skills

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Research Manager/Senior Research Manager, York

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Very competitive salary + bonus

Hybrid work – 2 days/week in the Thames Valley office

Are you a quant researcher passionate about transforming complex data into compelling, story-driven insights? Interested in working on high-impact B2B projects with major tech companies?

We are seeking an experienced Research Manager or Senior Research Manager to lead bespoke quantitative projects (including some qualitative work), from proposal to presentation.

You will collaborate with renowned tech brands on thought leadership, brand, and ad testing studies, exclusively on ad hoc projects—no trackers involved!

Responsibilities:

• Own end-to-end delivery of research projects
• Lead proposal writing, questionnaire design, and fieldwork setup
• Work closely with clients to identify key insights
• Present findings clearly and confidently
• Coordinate with in-house operations (no scripting or data processing required)

Requirements:

• Solid experience in a market research agency (B2B experience preferred). Agency and client-side backgrounds are acceptable. Relevant sector experience on the client side is also suitable.
• Comfortable leading client calls and crafting compelling narratives
• Proficient with tools like Excel and PowerPoint; interest in AI tools is a plus
• Consultative mindset and storytelling skills
• Team of 13 researchers within a company of over 30 employees
• Hybrid working model: 2 days/week in the office
• Positive and supportive company culture
• Opportunities for growth, with new junior team members joining