Head of Research
£80,000–£100,000
Nottinghamshire (Hybrid – 3x Days a Week in Office)
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a qualitative insight function within a large, established brand communications business, moving into a senior leadership role with real scope: leading a team, shaping capability, and working on globally recognised brands, all within a unique environment that blends insight, creativity, and strategy!
THE COMPANY
You’ll join an in-house agency which operates as a collection of specialist teams, delivering integrated work for major clients, including some key flagship relationships which you will be a part of from day 1. The business have long-standing client partnerships and a strong reputation but are now investing in building their external profile and strengthening their insight offering (which is where you come in!)
THE ROLE
This is a Head of Qual-level position, responsible for leading and growing the qualitative research capability.
You will:
• Lead, develop, and expand the Qual team (currently 3, with plans to grow)
• Own and evolve the qualitative research offering
• Deliver high-quality qual work, remaining hands-on where needed
• Partner with Account Directors on key client relationships
• Play a central role across major global accounts
• Introduce new methodologies and innovative approaches
• Contribute to new business and capability positioning
• Work within a matrix structure across insight, creative, and client teams
YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Strong qualitative research background
- Strong client-facing skills
- Experience working with large, global brands
- Proven team leadership or practice-building experience
- Deep expertise across qualitative methodologies
- Commercial awareness and client-facing confidence
- A credible, senior presence: you are someone able to lead from day one
THE BENEFITS
- £80,000–£100,000
HOW TO APPLY
Please register your interest by sending your CV to Adam Osborne at Harnham via the Apply link on this page.