Senior Research Executive
Waterloo, London (Hybrid)Up to £45,0006-month FTC with strong potential to go permanentThis is an excellent opportunity to step into a strategic, research-focused role where you will shape high-value insight projects and work directly with senior stakeholders. If you are looking for a research position that blends client interaction, mixed-methods expertise, and commercial impact, this offers a strong platform for progression.The Company
They are a well-established, insight-driven organisation operating at the premium end of the professional services market. Known for high-quality strategic research, they provide data-led intelligence, market analysis, and subscription-driven content to a global client base. Their work informs commercial decision making across complex industries, with clients regularly engaging them for high-profile strategic projects. With a long heritage and a reputation for depth, accuracy, and thought leadership, they continue to expand their research capability.The Role
You will play a core role in delivering end-to-end research projects with a strong strategic focus. Key responsibilities include:
* Attending client meetings and helping shape briefs in collaboration with internal teams.
* Scoping project budgets, timelines, and outputs alongside senior research leaders.
* Designing studies, including questionnaires and discussion guides.
* Managing external fieldwork partners and overseeing project delivery.
* Conducting interviews and coordinating follow-up sessions.
* Analysing quantitative and qualitative data and producing clear visuals and stories.
* Writing reports for external clients and collaborating with production teams.
* Presenting insights to senior stakeholders across global markets.Your Skills and Experience
You will demonstrate:
* Strong experience working across both qualitative and quantitative research.
* Proven ability to manage multiple projects and handle fast-paced client environments.
* Confidence designing research frameworks and managing fieldwork partners.
* Strong commercial awareness and the ability to translate data into actionable insight.
* Comfortable speaking with senior stakeholders and leading discussions.
* Experience creating visual outputs and delivering clear narratives from data.What They Offer
* Salary up to £45,000 plus benefits.
* Hybrid working with two set office days per week.
* The chance to deliver strategic research for high-profile, global clients.
* Direct exposure to senior leadership and opportunities for career development.
* Strong potential for the role to extend or convert to permanent.How to Apply
If you are interested in this Senior Research Executive opportunity, please apply with your CV to begin the conversation.