RESEARCH MANAGER – SOCIAL, POLITICAL & COMMERCIAL INSIGHTS

LONDON – £50,000–£60,000

4 days in the office - Friday WFH

THE COMPANY

This high-growth research and technology scale-up is transforming how market and opinion research is done. Using proprietary tech, they deliver faster, more accurate insights for clients spanning global brands, NGOs, think tanks, and political organisations. Their work regularly features in leading media outlets, and they’re known for combining deep research expertise with innovative engineering to produce unique, actionable results.

THE ROLE

As Research Manager, you’ll own projects end-to-end — from questionnaire design and fieldwork management to analysis, reporting, and client presentations. You’ll be the main point of contact for clients, strengthening relationships, spotting opportunities for growth, and ensuring every project delivers meaningful insights. You’ll work across political, social, and commercial briefs, with the opportunity to explore AI-enabled tools and cutting-edge methodologies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and deliver quantitative research projects from brief through to insight delivery.
• Design questionnaires, oversee fieldwork, and produce compelling analysis and visualisations.
• Lead client communications, providing updates and strategic recommendations.
• Support proposals, pitches, and business development activities.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to team process improvements.

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• ~4 years’ experience in quantitative research, ideally within social or political sectors.
• Strong understanding of political polling, public opinion research, and behavioural insights.
• Proven data analysis and visualisation skills; knowledge of R or Python advantageous.
• Excellent project management and client relationship skills.
• Curious, proactive, and eager to adopt innovative research methods.

BENEFITS

Private healthcare, 25 days’ annual leave, 3% pension match, and the chance to work with a respected, growing team at the intersection of research and technology.