Associate Research Director - #2189051

They are a research and analytics consultancy that delivers insight to organisations across the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors. Their work combines research, analytics, and technology to help clients understand people, markets, and communities. The business is continuing to grow and is investing in senior talent to support both client delivery and commercial development.The RoleYou will:

• Lead strategic client relationships and act as a senior point of contact
• Manage and grow existing accounts by identifying new opportunities
• Prepare proposals and responses to research briefs and RFPs
• Oversee the delivery of quantitative and qualitative research projects
• Review analysis, reports, and presentations before client delivery
• Ensure projects are delivered to agreed quality, budget, and timeline requirements
• Support project teams by managing risks and resolving delivery challenges
• Coach and develop Research Managers and consultants
• Work with internal teams to improve processes and the use of technology and AI tools

Your Skills & Experience

• Strong experience leading research, insight, or analytics projects
• Quantitative research expertise with experience overseeing full project lifecycles
• Ability to translate data into clear recommendations for stakeholders
• Experience managing client relationships and growing accounts
• Track record of developing proposals and responding to complex briefs or RFPs
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Experience managing and developing researchers or consultants
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of project profitability
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Interest in improving ways of working through technology and AI

How to ApplyIf you are interested in this Associate Director opportunity and have experience in research, insight, or analytics consulting, please apply to find out more.