Research Director - Policy, Public & Infrastructure.

We are seeking a Research Director - Policy, Public & Infrastructure to join a global, industry-leading market research organisation.

Our Client

A market research agency who have been in the industry for nearly 50 years, who focuses on delivering more than data for their clients. They are passionately curious experts who not only shape their insights into the markets they are working in but also to the True Understanding of society and People.

They utilise the best science, technology, and know-how and apply this with their four main pillar principles of speed, simplicity, security and substance to everything they do. An organisation that has real curiosity and a client-first mindset has been driving forward in the industry, collaborating with their clients to make market research the best it possibly can.

Key Duties

• Spearheading efforts for the overall delivery and quality of projects, both ad-hoc and tracking.
• Overseeing all aspects of the project lifecycle
• Communicating effectively with clients, internal and external suppliers and internal colleagues.
• Supervising and supporting team members
• Effectively overseeing relationships
• Line Management of Staff

Skills & Experience

• Experience in preparing, writing, costing and pricing proposals ranging from £100k-£1m
• Experience in Government procurement and proposal processes is essential
• Desire to lead a key client account relationship and to grow our client's business.
• Excellent quantitative and mixed methods research skills. This includes the ability to develop high-quality research materials meeting client objectives and to present strong narratives in your findings.
• An enthusiasm for transport & infrastructure policy.

If this sounds like an opportunity that piques your interest, please apply today.

*Please note that this opportunity is available in the London, Manchester or Edinburgh area.

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