Research Manager

Research Manager (Quant and Qual)

£28,000-£34,000 p/a

Hybrid

At Swarm Recruitment we are looking for an enthusiastic, driven and competent research manager to work on a range of bespoke quantitative and qualitative projects for a client based in Cornwall and Stockport. Our client is a growing research agency thatdelivers data collection and full-service market research services.They work across B2B and Consumer primarily in the engineering, technology, finance, local government and social sectors.

The role is hands-on project management and operational, so the research manager can expect to find themselves involved from initial briefing to presentations and imparting expert knowledge. This role would suit somebody with primary research and projectmanagement experience who is looking to progress into a management position.

The Role:

- Planning research projects and ensuring works progress in line with client expectations
- Understanding and communicating internally the needs of projects
- Communicating professionally and confidently with clients, providing information and updates with clarity and consistency
- Contributing to design of research methodology against client objectives
- Development of research instruments, such as writing questionnaires, discussion guides and analysis plans
- Delivering reports and presentations that that are insightful and consistently high quality
- Proactively lead on improving delivery of quality market research services to clients

**Requirements**:

- 3+ years of primary research and project management experience
- Ability to demonstrate a good level of experience in classical research methods, such as telephone face-to-face interviewing and online
- Excellent written communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly numerate and an analytical mindset
- A high level of IT and digital literacy
- Excellent time management and organisational skills, with the ability to work well to deadlines and effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Positive and solutions-focussed attitude with a passion for research
- Occasional attendance to both head office in Cornwall and office in Stockport
- Experience in classical qualitative methods such as in-depth interviews and focus groups will be advantageous

**Benefits**:

- £28,000-£34,000 p/a depending on experience
- Hybrid/flexible working
- 30 days holiday p/a
- Support/time off for volunteering
- Statutory pension

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and they make decisions without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, marital status or any other protectedclass.