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    Policy Research Director - London, United Kingdom - Verian Group

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    Research Director - Experiments (Behavioural Practice) London, Millbank - Behavioural Practice

    Verian (formerly Kantar Public) is one of the top tier social research agencies in the UK.

    We provide knowledge, evidence and insight that helps Government, the private sector and the Third Sector plan and care for society.

    Due to business growth, we are looking for a Research Director with expertise in online experiments to join our Behavioural and Communications Practice.

    In this role, you will help us develop quantitative aspects of our market-leading behavioural offer; design and supervise the delivery of online experiments, ensuring high quality is maintained at all project stages; and help develop and manage a talented and expanding team of researchers.

    The Behavioural and Communications Practice brings together varied expertise, including behavioural economics and cognitive and social psychology, qualitative and quantitative research methods, creative and design, advanced data analytics, communications consultancy and capability building.

    The team takes on a wide range of projects for clients across Government and the wider public sector, tackling issues from environmental behaviours to public health and misinformation to domestic abuse .

    We advise clients on the opportunities for behaviour change at all stages in the policy cycle ; Leading and supporting project teams , acting as key contact for clients, overseeing internet experiments, being accountable for timings and budgets, maintaining quality in analysis and reporting
    Participating in new business activities – leading proposals and pitches, developing new client relationships, planning and contributing to profile-raising activities
    Contributing to team planning and strategy, and skills and capability development
    Working with other experts to develop our offer by drawing on advanced knowledge and skills, creating new solutions, and training the team
    Upskilling junior team members , supporting their learning and development around designing, analysing, and writing up experiments
    Line managing one or more individuals , and supporting their work and development

    Proven expertise in online experiments, ideally in the context of behavioural science and intervention development and testing
    Proven project oversight experience, with an ability to lead a research team to deliver excellent work to time and budget
    you will enjoy advising clients and helping to solve their problems
    A ptitude for innovative project design and the commercial skill to apply this to developing new opportunities for work


    Joining Verian means becoming part of a dynamic and collaborative community that thrives on intellectual curiosity and a shared commitment to making a difference.

    As a member of our team, you will work on cutting-edge projects that influence policies, drive social change, and shape the future of our society.

    We encourage applications from all sections of society and do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status or any other legally protected characteristics.

    We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

    Please contact us to request accommodation.

    Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, Verian offers a stimulating and inclusive environment that fosters growth and professional development

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