Associate Director – Mixed Methods Research (Education / Students / Youth) at Hannelius Recruitment

Epsom and Ewell, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Mar, 26

Salary

56000.0

Posted On

23 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mixed Methods Research, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Research Design, Client Relationship Management, Strategic Thinking, Budget Management, Mentoring, Thought Leadership, Education Research, Youth Research, Market Research, Data Analysis, Storytelling, Account Growth, Business Development

Industry

Market Research

Description

Location: Home County, with flexible working arrangements Salary: £52-56k Dependent on Experience An established, independent social and market research consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Director to play a key role in its continued growth. This role is ideal for an experienced mixed-methods researcher with a strong background in education, higher education, students and / or youth research, who is ready to take on greater strategic, commercial and leadership responsibility. This is a great opportunity to influence research design with genuine autonomy and strategic input. The work you will be involved in informs real-world decisions across education and youth sectors and you will be in a supportive, intellectually curious environment that values quality and insight. The Role As Associate Director, you will sit at the heart of the business, leading complex research programmes, strengthening long-term client relationships, and raising the impact and quality of research outputs. Responsibilities include; - Direct and oversee mixed-methods research projects from design to delivery - Designing and overseeing complex qual, quant and mixed-methods studies - Add strategic value to methodologies, analysis and reporting - Ensure projects meet client objectives, timelines and budgets - Deliver high-impact insights through clear storytelling and client-ready outputs - Lead senior client relationships and contribute to account growth - Identify and develop new business opportunities - Mentor and develop researchers across multiple levels - Contribute to thought leadership, proposals and wider business initiatives Requirements include; - At least 5+ years’ experience in mixed-methods research (qual and quant) - Experience in education, higher education, student or youth research - Professional experience working within a Market Research agency or consultancy environment - Strong client-facing skills and confidence presenting to senior stakeholders - Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and resources To apply please send your CV to rhys@hanneliusrecruitment.com To be considered you must hold a valid UK working permit or a visa. Hannelius Recruitment is a boutique agency, operating across various sectors and connecting top talents with leading corporations in the field of market research

Responsibilities

As Associate Director, you will lead complex research programmes and strengthen long-term client relationships. You will also ensure projects meet client objectives and deliver high-impact insights.