Insight Director, Quant/Fmcg (1 Year Contract) - 55–£65K - Leeds (Flex Hybrid)

Salary: £55–£65k per year (DOE)
Location: Leeds / flexible hybrid

Are you an experienced insight leader with a strong background in quantitative research? Our client is looking for an Insight Director to join their team on a one-year fixed-term contract covering a period of parental leave. You’ll take a senior role across complex research projects, lead an important client relationship and support the team to deliver high-quality, commercially focused insight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex quantitative research projects from proposal through to delivery, managing quality, timelines, budgets and resources

• Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor and identifying opportunities to grow accounts

• Coordinate project teams and wider internal resources to ensure projects run efficiently and to a high standard

• Lead client debriefs and deliver clear, actionable recommendations that address business objectives

• Take responsibility for account financials, revenue targets, proposals, pipeline and new business opportunities

• Support the motivation, development and effective management of the wider team

About You

• Significant experience in a market research agency environment, with demonstrable experience leading complex research projects and client relationships

• Strong quantitative research experience; FMCG, consumer or innovation research experience would be beneficial

• Confident managing senior client relationships and complex, often fast-paced projects

• Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets, revenue targets and account growth

• An experienced and collaborative team leader who is comfortable navigating challenges and finding practical solutions

This is a one-year fixed-term contract covering a period of parental leave. The role offers flexible hybrid working, with occasional attendance at the Leeds office required when business needs it. There is no fixed requirement for a set number of office days, and the working arrangement can be discussed with the successful candidate.

To apply, please send your CV to [email protected]

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

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