Head of Insights

2 weeks ago


UK, UK, United Kingdom Hornby Hobbies Ltd Full time

ABOUT HORNBY

  • Hornby Hobbies (Hornby) is a UK household name and brand leader in the hobby market, home to hobbies and toys from model railways to Scalextric. Hornby develops, manufactures, and supplies hobby and toy products for a global market, with a collection of truly iconic brands spanning model railways, slot racing, die-cast models with Corgi and plastic model kits with Airfix.
  • Hornby is a public company listed on the FTSE AIM.
  • Hornby is one of the UK’s most cherished model toy manufacturers, with numerous channels to market including through retailers, hobby specialists and direct consumer channels through its own website in the UK and overseas.
  • Today, Hornby is home to 15 collectible and scale model brands including Hornby, Humbrol, Airfix, Scalextric and Corgi. The Group has expanded internationally, including France, Germany, Spain and Italy and partners with global stockists. The company has retained its position as a leading model railway manufacturer for over 50 years, whilst developing many other iconic brands in the expanding collectables market.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Establish insight function

  • Identify and build a trusted ecosystem of research partners
  • Identify business areas where insight can deliver the most value and impact
  • Develop insight frameworks and KPIs that can be leveraged across brands and products
  • Develop a short- and long-term insight strategy


Deliver insight to the business

  • Manage research agency partners and their Quant and Qual outputs
  • Own the overall research approach at both a local and global level
  • Leverage existing data in the business to support insight work (e.g. sales, database, etc.)
  • Analyse the Quant data and deep dive into the Qual providing recommendations to improve the products and experience, and make ongoing recommendations for changes to both programs
  • Manage ad-hoc research programs
  • Leverage existing internal and external data sources to increase knowledge of competitors, brands, audiences etc.
  • Create impactful and actionable recommendations based on insight, suitable for various audiences within the business (from c suite to brand and marketing to product teams)

Champion the voice of consumer

  • Professionalise ways of working across the business, ensuring decisions are data and insight led through action planning
  • Develop strategies to bring consumer centricity to life throughout the business


PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

  • The candidate will have ideally 10 yrs + years blue-chip research and insight experience.
  • We are looking for a proven track record gained in a customer-focused environments such as consumer goods, retail or consumer manufacturing, and an understanding of the dynamics of brand building. Ideally, the candidate will have tangible experience of multi-brand, multi-channel businesses.
  • Hobbies, toys and games experience is preferable, but evidence of working on brands that have evolved, reinvented or reimagined themselves will also be beneficial. The candidate must be able to demonstrate a track record of creating customer driven insights that have changed perception or opened new channels and cohorts.
  • The candidate must possess a data-led approach, that has used customer insight to develop strong, long term, value-adding relationships with customer.


PERSONAL QUALITIES

  • A creative and versatile thinker and a strong communicator, capable of bringing the business on a new journey.
  • A persuasive individual capable of robust, but polite discussion, leading to effective outcomes.
  • Positive, can-do attitude, an appetite for driving change and resilient nature that will result in momentum being created around new ideas and initiatives
  • A self-starter who can create programs from scratch with a hands-on approach to getting stuck in the detail.



  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Harnham Full time

    Head of Data & InsightsUp to £120k plus benefitsLondon (3 days a week in the office)Be the data whisperer for a disruptive EV charging leader!We're a leading EV charging company revolutionizing the industry with a unique, cost-effective network. We're seeking a Head of Data & Insights to build a data-driven culture, unlock hidden value from our...

  • Head of Research

    1 month ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Forward Role Recruitment Full time

    Head of Research & InsightSouth ManchesterUp to £70,000 + car allowance + benefitsForward Role is working with a well-established Financial Institution. The business is expanding the Marketing function as they go through a period of exciting transformation with Insights at the heart of all future activity. This is an incredibly exciting opportunity for a...


  • London, UK, UK, United Kingdom Harnham Full time

    Head of Data and InsightsUp to £110,000Hybrid - London A great opportunity to join a sustainable car company as a Head of Data and Insights THE COMPANY The business are a sustainable car company and they are looking for a Head of Data and Insights to join the business and put data-driven decision making at the heart of the businesses strategy and...

  • Head of Research

    3 months ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Impatient Health Full time

    you.We're seeking a leader who shares our belief that research and insights can provide the fuel for change that pharma so badly needs. As the Head of Research & Insights, you’ll be an authority on the trends driving pharma. You understand what makes our industry tick and you have a bold vision on how it should be better. You've mastered the craft...


  • West Midlands, UK, UK, United Kingdom Burman Recruitment Full time

    About the RoleThis role leads the development and use of CRM, data, and insights to support alumni engagement and fundraising. Overseeing a team of 8 in data, finance, and analytics, the Head of Data will ensure the CRM system is effective, improve data quality, and provide insights to guide decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership: Create and...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Resources Group Full time

    CD658308Consumer Insights Specialist (Associate Director equiv.) - International Insights Agencyc. £50 - 60,000; UK based remote workingThis leading provider of retail, product and consumer intelligence is expanding their consumer insights service and requires a senior market researcher to add their expertise. Long established, they are known for providing...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom trueology Part time

    Company Descriptiontrueology is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary insight agency based in Gloucestershire with a global reach, serving clients in sectors such as Financial Services, Sports, Leisure, Utilities, Not for Profit, and more. The agency specialices in data science, AI, machine learning, behavioral research, market insight, and digital strategy...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Nicholson Glover Full time

    Business Insight Analyst | Consumer Electronics | Surrey/Hybrid | Competitive Salary We are working with on a fantastic opportunity with a Consumer Electronics Giant who are hiring for a Business Insight Analyst to join their team. The Company They are a market leader in consumer electronics in the country, putting innovative technology into the homes of...

  • Head of Finance

    2 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Experis UK Part time

    Role: Head of FinancePart time (3 or 4 days per week)Location: RemoteThis is an exciting opportunity with a company making waves in the maritime technology sector. We're looking for the companies first senior finance hire as Head of Finance!This is working for a growing tech company focused on transforming the shipping industry through a robust suite of...

  • Head of CRM

    2 months ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Zachary Daniels Full time

    Zachary Daniels Recruitment are partnered with a leading multi-channel retailer, on the appointment of a Head of CRM & Loyalty to be based in the North Wet (hybrid working). With a strong commitment to growth and innovation, we are looking for a talented Head of CRM & Loyalty to lead our clients customer relationship management strategy and drive the...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Morrisons Full time

    The Customer Insight Data Analyst will be responsible for analysing customer data captured through our loyalty scheme and delivering actionable insight to help drive business decisions and allow us to better serve our customers.They’ll provide regular reporting as well as ad hoc analysis in order to support tactical and strategic decision making across the...

  • Head of Ecommerce

    1 week ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom NEON SEARCH Full time

    Neon Search is partnered exclusively with a rapidly growing brand revolutionizing wellness. As they scale, they are looking for a strategic, data-driven Head of Ecommerce to join their team.We’re seeking a Head of Ecommerce to take full ownership of online sales performance, delivering commercial success across all digital platforms. This role will focus...

  • Head of Finance

    2 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Finatal Full time

    Head of Finance £100k + bonusCentral London (3 days a week) Consultancy (Professional Services)AW12155Finatal is partnered with a PE-backed, c. £100M consultancy business on an exciting journey of transformation and expansion. They are seeking a highly skilled Head of Finance to work closely with the CFO, and senior leadership. This role offers a unique...

  • Head of Finance

    2 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Fiscal FX Full time

    Job Title: Head of FinanceLocation: LondonEmployment Type: Full-TimeExperience Level: SeniorAbout UsAt Fiscal, we’re building a dynamic fintech company focused on innovation in cross-border payments, FX, and financial solutions. As we scale, we’re seeking a strategic and experienced Head of Finance to join our leadership team. This role is essential in...

  • Head of Commercial

    2 weeks ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Insight Executive Group Full time

    Head of Commercial (Securing the Future Programme)Exclusively retained role with Insight Executive Group and Airedale NHS Foundation TrustAiredale NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Head of Commercial to lead the procurement, contract management, and supplier relationships for the transformative Securing the Future...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom MERJE Full time

    MERJE is excited to present an exceptional opportunity for a Head of Financial Operations in the IT Services and Telecoms sector. This pivotal role offers a chance to lead financial operations for a dynamic company at the forefront of technology and communications. The ideal candidate will bring strategic financial acumen and operational expertise to drive...

  • Head of Data

    1 month ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Harnham Full time

    HEAD OF DATA INSIGHTSUP TO £50,000 + 20% BONUSNORTH LONDON – 5 DAYS A WEEK*Please note, this company is unable to offer sponsorship at this time and you must be a UK resident*THE COMPANYThis leading London real estate business needs someone to join the business to look at all things data. This could be anything ranging from sales, lettings, transactional,...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Harnham Full time

    Head of Analytics and Data ScienceLocation: Liverpool (3 days per week in the office)Salary: Up to £110,000 + Car AllowanceA renowned retail company is on the lookout for an experienced and strategic Head of Analytics and Data Science to lead their data-driven transformation efforts.The OpportunityAs the Head of Analytics and Data Science, you will...


  • UK, UK, United Kingdom Marc Daniels Specialist Recruitment Full time

    A market leading media and entertainment business are looking for a highly commercial and influential Head of Group Financial Planning to join a world-class finance team. The this role will play a key role commercially in the group in supporting, advising, and challenging the business. This is an industry and business model where strategy evolves rapidly,...

  • Head of Data and BI

    1 week ago


    UK, UK, United Kingdom Harnham Full time

    Head of Data and BIRemote (UK)£65,000This is a great opportunity to lead the Data and Business Intelligence function at a leading charity.The Role:As the Head of Data and BI, you will be:Leading a team of BI Developers, Data Engineers and Data Analysts.Delivering and executing the charity's data strategy, ensuring data is collected, stored and managed...