Senior Research Manager in Manchester

We are collaborating with a leading international pharmaceutical market research company. They work with some of the biggest pharma companies to help them determine which new potentially lifesaving or life improving treatments to prioritise into development. To facilitate this, they gather information from medical experts, patients, and carers, and deliver insights to pharma companies to inform their strategic decision making. Our client is looking to add to their team with the appointment of a talented Senior Research Manager. Note this role is offered on a remote/hybrid basis.

The Senior Research Manager will manage the delivery of multiple market research projects to ensure the design, day-to-day project management, analysis and reporting meet the research objectives and client needs. To develop and maintain client relationships leading to repeat business and contribute to proposal development.

Key responsibilities of the Senior Research Manager will include:

• Managing the delivery of multiple primary market research projects across a variety of therapy areas;
• Taking overall responsibility for end-to-end project management ensuring all project components and tasks are allocated and completed according to timelines;
• Leading internal and participating in external project meetings;
• Contributing to the preparation of proposals in response to RFPs to meet objectives with the input and guidance of a director;
• Acting as the primary point of contact for clients in relation to the day-to-day project management;
• Supporting business/account management and gain repeat business from Pharmaceutical clients;
• Developing and maintaining relationships with established clients to gain repeat business;
• Delivering effective line management by following HR guidelines;
• Motivating individuals to achieve the set company cornerstones, standards, and behaviours.

About You

To be in with a chance of securing this exciting Senior Research Manager role, you will need:

• Solid experience of ad hoc Pharmaceutical market research covering a variety of therapy areas and (ideally) both qualitative and quantitative research methods;
• Experience of working at Research Manager or Senior Research Manager level;
• To demonstrate experience and knowledge of a broad range of market research methodologies and techniques, including more advanced or complex approaches;
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously, using your knowledge and experience to create the forward plan and timelines;
• The ability to develop and maintain relationships with internal and external clients through reliability and consistency of response.

In Summary

This Senior Research Manager role represents a fantastic opportunity to work within a great, supportive agency environment where genuine teamwork is valued. The culture is one which prioritises learning and development. They have committees to champion their DE&I, wellbeing, charity and sustainability efforts, and hold regular social get togethers. There are excellent benefits on offer which include flexible working and quarterly wellbeing sessions. We look forward to seeing your CV today.