Head of Research

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.