Research Director/Senior Research Director in City of London

Director - Mixed Methods - Brand & Reputation Strategy - Large Football Account + More London (Hybrid Working) Our client successfully blends research, insight and strategy to create opportunities that will have a genuine impact. A key client of theirs is in the fascinating and alluring world of football and its thought that a devotee of this ever-evolving area of sport could add a unique slant to this account. The focus of the role will be to take the lead on quant-led brand, comms, and reputation projects that feed into marketing decisions and inform the client on how their strategies are playing out with fans, grassroots communities, as well as regulators and government. They are doing some interesting, and innovative work into the halo effect that their output can create and how some the more contentious developments in the game are perceived. The company is in the enviable position of having an amazing client base across consumer, corporate and public sectors and you will get the chance to work with some true experts, within quantitative and qualitative insights, brand, innovation and business strategy. As a director in this team, you will have strong hands-on agency experience which includes building strong client relationships, managing people, taking the lead on projects, and providing insight and advice for clients. Ad hoc research design rigour will also be expected. This is an ambitious, flexible company with the foresight to embrace and nurture your strengths and interests. They have the vision to be one of the most advanced employers in the industry - diversity, training, support, wellbeing...So, if you’re looking for an inclusive and agile environment this is the perfect role to explore.