Job ID: 17299 | Type: Permanent | Expertise: Market Research Consulting, Insights & AnalyticsRecruiter: Chris Newall (Principal Consultant)Email: chris@carrotrecruitment.comPhone: +44 (0)1625 541 043The OpportunityAre you an experienced healthcare market researcher looking for a role where you can take real ownership of projects, build strong client relationships and continue progressing your career?We’re working with a growing healthcare market research consultancy looking to appoint a Research Manager or Associate Director to join its team. The level can be shaped around the successful person’s experience, making this a great opportunity for either an established RM looking for their next move or someone already operating at AD level.This is a senior, hands-on research role where you’ll have responsibility across the full project lifecycle, working closely with pharmaceutical and healthcare clients to deliver high-quality, commercially meaningful insights.The roleDepending on your level and experience, you’ll be involved in:Leading healthcare market research projects from initial brief through to final deliveryManaging multiple projects and priorities simultaneouslyDeveloping research approaches and methodologies around client objectivesWorking across qualitative, quantitative and mixed-method researchBuilding strong day-to-day relationships with pharmaceutical and healthcare clientsInterpreting findings and turning research into clear, actionable recommendationsProducing and delivering engaging client presentationsSupporting and developing more junior members of the teamContributing to proposals, pitches and the development of existing client relationshipsTaking increasing responsibility for accounts and commercial activity at Associate Director levelWorking collaboratively with colleagues across the wider businessAbout youWe’re looking for someone with a strong background in healthcare/pharmaceutical primary market research, ideally gained within an agency or consultancy environment.You’ll ideally bring:Strong experience managing end-to-end healthcare market research projectsExperience working with pharmaceutical, biotech or wider healthcare clientsA good understanding of qualitative and/or quantitative methodologiesThe ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and stakeholdersStrong client management and communication skillsConfidence interpreting research and identifying the wider commercial implicationsExperience presenting findings and recommendations to clientsA collaborative approach and an interest in supporting junior colleaguesStrong commercial awareness, with proposal and business development experience particularly valuable at Associate Director levelYou don’t necessarily need to tick every box. The business is open to considering candidates at different stages of the Research Manager to Associate Director level and can tailor responsibilities accordingly.Why join?There’s a genuine focus on creating an environment where people can develop their careers while still having flexibility and autonomy over how they work.Fully remote working – The role can be based anywhere in the UK, with travel into Manchester approximately once a month.Career development – Training and progression are taken seriously, with support to build a career path around your strengths and ambitions, whether that means developing deeper research expertise or moving further into leadership.International opportunities – There can be opportunities for secondments to the US for those interested in gaining international experience.Genuine flexibility – The culture is built around trust rather than micromanagement, giving you autonomy to manage your own workload and time. When work allows, the team is even encouraged to finish at 1pm on Fridays.Supportive culture – You’ll be joining an open, collaborative and inclusive team where people genuinely support one another and want their colleagues to succeed.Benefits10% annual bonus25 days’ holiday, increasing to 28 days after 5 years’ service5% matched pension contributionFully remote workingMonthly team time in ManchesterTraining and structured career developmentPotential US secondment opportunitiesFlexible working cultureEarly Friday finishes when workloads allowIf you’re an experienced healthcare market researcher looking for greater ownership, flexibility and a clear route for progression, this could be an excellent next step.
Research Manager OR Associate Director employer: Carrot Group
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