Research Manager

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The role

We’re looking for an experienced quantitative Research Manager who enjoys managing flagship research projects and turning complex survey data into compelling insight. 

The role is ideal for someone who has extensive experience designing and delivering large-scale global B2B research projects, and applying advanced statistical analysis techniques (including regression analysis, driver analysis, predictive modelling, weighting survey data, running segmentation, creating indexes). We’re looking for someone with a passion for applying these skills to our award-winning global thought leadership campaigns. 

No two days are the same for a Research Manager at FT Longitude. In one week, you might design a weighting methodology for a global survey, build a driver analysis to uncover the factors influencing business decision-making, present your analytical approach to a client, and work with our editorial team to translate complex statistical outputs into compelling thought leadership. Alongside project delivery, you'll help shape new research methodologies, experiment with AI-enabled tools and contribute to the ongoing evolution of our research offering.

Key responsibilities

• Work with project bid team to design research solutions for project proposals 
• Independently manage flagship and complex research projects through the fieldwork lifecycle, overseeing questionnaire design, scripting, translations, fieldwork, data processing and vendor relationships, while applying robust quality assurance processes to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest standards
• Design and deliver advanced analytical techniques that answer client objectives, presenting methodologies and findings to clients and editorial teams, and supporting the integration of insight into the campaign
• Collaborate closely with research, editorial, commercial and project management teams throughout the research process, proactively sharing expertise, mentoring junior colleagues, strengthening relationships with research partners and contributing to the continuous development of the team's research capability
• Act as a trusted research adviser to clients, providing expert guidance on research design, questionnaire development, analytical methodologies and interpretation of findings, while leading client relationships throughout the research lifecycle where appropriate
• Leverage AI and emerging research technologies to streamline research workflows, enhance analytical capabilities and support the continuous development of innovative research methodologies, products and best practice across the team 
• Lead team and company initiatives, proactively working towards team KPIs and personal career objectives

Required skills and experience 

• A minimum of five years’ experience managing complex quantitative research projects within a research agency, consultancy or similar environment
• Demonstrable experience of conducting a range of advanced statistical analysis on survey data
• You may currently/previously have worked as a Quantitative Research Manager, Senior Research Executive, Research Consultant, Insights Manager etc. within a research agency or consultancy (e.g. Ipsos, Kantar etc.) where you've designed and managed large-scale quantitative research programmes and delivered advanced statistical analysis
• Technical tool proficiency: Decipher (or comparable survey tool), Google Workspace, Statistical analysis packages (SPSS, Q, R, Python or comparable)

What we are looking:

• Passionate about designing robust quantitative research and using data to uncover meaningful, commercially relevant insight
• Comfortable explaining statistical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Proactive, with the confidence to challenge thinking and recommend the most appropriate research approach
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Collaborative and enjoys working across multidisciplinary teams
• Keen to learn, embrace new technologies and experiment with AI-enabled research approaches
• Supportive of others, with a willingness to share knowledge and help develop less experienced colleagues

What’s in it for you? Our benefits

Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here.

We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

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Further information

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