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Research Manager - Data Services

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment
London, United Kingdom
2 weeks ago
£45,000 – £55,000 pa

Salary

£45,000 – £55,000 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Location
Hybrid
Seniority
Mid
Education
Degree
Posted
15 May 2026 (2 weeks ago)

Benefits

Private healthcare 25 days annual leave Pension contributions
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Research Manager


London | 45000 to 55000

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-growth research and technology business that is transforming how organisations understand consumers, citizens and audiences. You will work across diverse clients, take ownership of end-to-end quantitative projects, and play a key role in delivering high-quality insight using innovative research technology.

The Company


They are a fast-scaling research and data company built around modern technology, smart automation and robust quantitative methods. Their platform delivers high-quality polls, surveys and data outputs at speed, supporting commercial brands, non-profits and social organisations. The team brings together strong research expertise and engineering talent, creating a collaborative environment that is both analytical and forward-thinking. They have built a strong reputation in the market and continue to grow rapidly.

The Role


* Independently manage and deliver quantitative research projects across sectors including political, consumer and multi-market studies.
* Lead client communication from project scoping through to presenting results and insights.
* Manage client accounts, acting as the main point of contact and understanding broader strategic needs.
* Create data tables and outputs using internal tools and reporting platforms.
* Partner with consulting and analytics teams on larger insight programmes, occasionally leading these end-to-end.
* Mentor and develop junior researchers, ensuring strong delivery standards.
* Design high-quality surveys, manage sampling and ensure data integrity across all stages.
* Support the delivery of brand tracking, brand lift, ad testing, segmentation and multi-country research programmes.

Your Skills And Experience
* Strong experience delivering quantitative market research projects from brief to debrief.
* Confident designing surveys, managing fieldwork and producing data tables and cross-breaks.
* Comfortable cleaning raw data and ensuring outputs meet strong quality standards.
* Strong Excel capability; familiarity with tools such as DisplayR is beneficial.
* Commercial awareness and ability to support quoting, proposals and RFP responses.
* Able to manage client conversations, challenge assumptions and provide clear recommendations.
* Comfortable mentoring junior team members and supporting their development.
* Detail-oriented, proactive and committed to delivering high-quality research.

What They Offer


* Salary between 45000 and 55000.
* Hybrid working with four days a week in their London office
* Exposure to a wide variety of clients across commercial, political and social sectors.
* Opportunity to work with innovative research technology, including AI-powered tools.
* Benefits including private healthcare, 25 days annual leave and pension contributions.
* A collaborative, inclusive environment with strong learning and development opportunities.

How To Apply


If you are looking to take ownership of impactful quantitative research projects within a modern, innovative research team, apply now to learn more.

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