Director

3 x Directors, London / Manchester or remote £44-65,000

Our client is a global market research agency. They connect business with the people they’re interested in, putting the voice of the customer at the heart of the businesses they work with.

They are a highly passionate and dedicated team where innovation and forward thinking are stimulated. You will be working in an informal, fast paced and global culture where chances for personal development and learning opportunities are ample. They aim high and fun is definitely part of their culture.

To support their growth, they are looking for 3 Director within their Healthcare, FMCG/Retail, Finance and Technology teams.

Research Director

As Research Director, using your in-depth industry expertise, you will be able to build a long-term partnership with your customers, providing them with actionable & advanced marketing recommendations which have an impact on their decision-making & leverage their business.

As part of a team you share your marketing (research) expertise with your colleagues. You act as a source of inspiration and actively develop and support internal knowledge transfer. Moreover, you apply your coaching skills to motivate and guide project teams.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Accountable for the complete set−up, organization and execution of market research studies

Translate a business problem into concrete and actionable research designs and methods

Developing insightful reports based on the analysis that has been made by the research consultants and based on both quantitative and qualitative research techniques

Presenting recommendations to customers and animating creative client workshops where, together with the client team, you transform insights and recommendations into a concrete action plan

Identifying and pursuing business opportunities both with existing accounts as towards new prospects

Developing & delivering convincing proposals to customers

Responsible for the commercial development of key accounts within the team

YOUR PROFILE

Proven background in a market(ing) research role

Solid understanding of the market research industry and research methodologies

Strong commercial development skills with proven success – both in account development as well as attracting new business

Strong client network in the local market is an asset

A good working knowledge of online community research is highly preferred

Experience at agency side is preferable but not required

Good oral and written presentation skills

Entrepreneurial and market-driven spirit with strategic vision & focus

High level of pro-activity, initiative, energy, enthusiasm, and professionalism

Strong interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written)

Leadership and coaching qualities

Active listening and critical thinking skills