Research Manager - Peterborough, United Kingdom - Grounded Research | Market Research and Strategic Development

Description

We are seeking a Research Manager to work for the only research agency to cover the length of the UK food supply chain from those that grow the food to those that eat it.

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to join our business as it enters its next exciting growth phase.

The role would suit an individual who is looking to significantly grow with an organisation and be part of the growth journey. It would suit someone

As a company, we work with clients of all sizes, from start-ups to the world's biggest food and drink suppliers working across agriculture, manufacturing and retail.

The primary focus for this role is to successfully manage and deliver research programs across our key clients. You will be set operational and service level targets and expected to deliver this as part of the project management, as well as execute projects with the support of the wider research team. It would suit someone with research, project management or marketing insights experience seeking a full time, part time or flexible role.

Whether you're a quali, a quanti, or a mixture of the two, our variety of projects means you'll find the perfect opportunity to thrive in the work you're best at.

You will report to the Account Director and work closely with the Managing Director. You will be responsible for the management of research executives, fieldwork executives and contractors on the projects you lead on.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing and overseeing research projects for clients from end to end including time and budget management. (Client and supplier management)
• Developing research methodologies and ensuring they are properly implemented
• Analysing and interpreting data to identify key insights and recommendations.
• Providing strategic guidance and recommendations to clients based on research findings.
• Articulate and present insights back to client
• Build proposals and quotes with accurate costs and help drive new business as well as growing existing accounts you are responsible for.
• Ensure that the company is up to date with developments in specified industry areas and research markets that you are responsible for.
• Managing junior team members working on your projects

Essential Experience

This role would require 3+ years experience in agency or client side research roles. You must be able to demonstrate experience in at least three of the below market research practices;

Survey writing

Focus Group/Workshop facilitation

Quantitative fieldwork management

Qualitative fieldwork management

Survey Partner management & analysis

Qualitative results interpretation

Presentation and report writing skills

Experience OR qualifications in any of the following areas an advantage;

Demonstratable experience in statistical analysis

Experience in a technical or digital role and application to research (eg AI)

Marketing or market strategy

CIM/MRS qualifications

Skills

Communication skills

• You need to be able to articulate yourself well and be easy to deal with.
• You'll need to be able to write research reports for a range of audiences and expertise
• You need to be able to bring research findings to life, know your way around a PowerPoint deck and are able to follow established brand guides
• Effectively manage multiple tasks at once and anticipate problems / clashes and how to avoid them. Confidently and professionally communicate with clients in written and verbal comms - including workshops, status calls, research debriefs and ongoing project emails

Organised

• There is a lot going on and so you need to be able to manage multiple projects and tasks and have a good understanding of time and activity management for you and others working on the project.
• You'll need to work to (sometimes tight) deadlines with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• You'll need to have good record keeping skills in accordance with GDPR

Independence

• There will be times when you are on your own and you need to be able to thrive and self-motivate
• You will need to be able to mange your own work and deadlines

Team Player

• You'll be working with a team to deliver projects, some you'll manage and some you won't. You'll need to be liked and respected by everyone. Life's too short to work with people who make life harder for everyone else.
• Contribute to the development and profile of our research expertise with customers and key influencers online, at events and through your own networking.

What we offer

· It is ideally a full-time role but would consider someone looking for a 4 days a week or school hours only for the right person.

· Peterborough office (gym and parking on site)

· Hybrid, flexible working (50% office based)

· Medical Insurance

· Company pension scheme

· 28 days holidays (including bank and public holidays)

· Structured training opportunities and development plans with direct investment in you

· Commitment to a healthy work-life balance

· A truly supportive team and culture that wants you to succeed

Lastly the work, you will never be bored and must enjoy projects to move at pace. Take a look at our site to see what we get asked to do on behalf of our clients. And there's a lot we can't talk about that will get you excited to be at the front of some of the most cutting edge creative research practices.