RESEARCH MANAGER – DATA SERVICES LONDON – £50,000–£60,000 4 days in the office - Friday WFH THE COMPANY This high-growth research and technology scale-up is reshaping how market and opinion research is delivered. Their proprietary platform powers fast, accurate, and cost-effective polling, surveys, and data analysis for global brands, NGOs, political parties, and think tanks. Featured in leading outlets such as the Financial Times, The Economist, and Wired, they’re known for combining academic-level research expertise with innovative engineering. With an inclusive, collaborative culture, they offer the opportunity to work on high-impact projects across sectors. THE ROLE As Research Manager in the Data Services team, you’ll take full ownership of quantitative research projects for major commercial and not-for-profit clients. You’ll manage relationships end-to-end — from scoping and survey design through to data delivery, reporting, and presentations. You’ll also help shape how the platform evolves, working closely with engineering to develop new features, and mentor junior researchers to deliver exceptional client outcomes. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead and deliver projects across brand tracking, ad testing, segmentation, and political research. Act as primary client contact, managing accounts and identifying growth opportunities. Design, script, and quality-check surveys, ensuring robust methodology and outputs. Create custom data tables and outputs using tools like DisplayR. Collaborate with consulting and analytics teams on large-scale, multi-market studies. Coach and develop junior team members. YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCE 3–5 years’ experience in quantitative market research. Strong survey design, sampling, and data analysis skills. Proven track record across multiple methodologies (brand tracking, brand lift, ad testing, segmentation). Excellent Excel skills; DisplayR knowledge is a plus. Commercial mindset with RFP and quoting experience. Confident communicator with strong client management skills. BENEFITS Private healthcare, 25 days’ annual leave, 3% pension match, and the chance to work with a respected, academically strong team using cutting-edge research technology.