Job Description

Overview

A truly unique and exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in the leadership, continued growth and development of Lincolnshire's leading market research agency and marketing consultancy. We are a full-service research agency and the only one in the Lincoln area to be accredited as a Company Partner by the highly-respected Market Research Society (MRS).

We define, design, conduct and report all forms of research from nationwide online surveys to in-home depth interviews. We work with a great set of clients: nationally, regionally and locally. We have recently successfully conducted research projects for: Local Government Association (LGA), Federation of Small Businesses (FSB), Tillotts Pharma AG, Tilt Insurance, Lincolnshire Co-op, Leeds University Business School, TEC Partnership, IEMA and many more.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Head of Research will:-

Contribute to the strategic leadership and direction of the business Work with the Managing Director to define and implement new research products and propositions Manage valuable existing client relationships, alongside fostering new connections Originate persuasive and detailed research proposals, tenders and estimates Take primary day-to-day responsibility for the operational quality and delivery of research projects Professionally project manage and oversee all research fieldwork Devise and design both qualitative and quantitative market research studies Moderate in-person and online focus groups Professionally conduct depth interviews Analyse and interpret market research data in all forms Draft thorough and compelling research debrief presentations Present research debriefs with confidence Play a major role in business development meetings Contribute strongly to the commercial performance of the company
The role will demand:-

Very high levels of self-motivation and drive Excellent written and oral communications skills Exceptional organisational skills, with a strong attention to detail Confidence in marshalling and analysing data of all kinds Strong people management and inter-personal skills A hands on 'can do' attitude A minimum of five years' experience in a market research, insight or analysis role A lively interest in human behaviour and consumer psychology A sound appreciation of research methodologies A strong grasp of commercial imperatives.
This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals passionate about research, eager to contribute to impactful projects and ambitious about their future development. If you possess the required skills and are ready to take on new challenges, we encourage you to apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lincoln LN6 7DQ

Application deadline: 12/09/2025
Reference ID: H5/HoR/Q32025
Expected start date: 03/11/2025