Evaluation Consultant

Ipsos North America

. Manage small evaluation projects valued at less than £100k and research strands of larger evaluations .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in managing evaluation projects, applying qualitative and quantitative research methods, and effectively communicating findings to clients and stakeholders. Proficient in using statistical analysis software and emerging technologies to enhance research and project delivery.

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Project ManagementQualitative Research MethodsQuantitative Research MethodsStatistical Analysis SoftwareClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisLiterature ReviewProposal DevelopmentEvaluation Tools DevelopmentQuestionnaire DesignLogic ModelsTheories of ChangePolicy AnalysisEvidence AssessmentStakeholder Engagement

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationRelationship BuildingCritical ThinkingPresentation SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

SPSSStataRNVivoAI Tools

Industry Keywords

Social ResearchPolicy ResearchPublic SectorConsultancyEducation PolicyDigital PolicyTransport PolicyPlanning PolicyManufacturing PolicyInnovation Policy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage small evaluation projects valued at less than £100k and research strands of larger evaluations
Oversee project finances, timetables and client relationships
Apply critical and evaluative thinking to analysis and reporting
Analyse and triangulate quantitative and qualitative evidence
Participate in external meetings, presentations and workshops with clients and stakeholders
Contribute to business development by drafting proposal sections and developing methodological approaches
Use emerging technologies, including AI tools, to enhance research, analysis, reporting and project delivery
Clean, integrate and analyse quantitative and qualitative data from primary and secondary sources
Conduct literature reviews, policy analysis and evidence assessments
Develop theories of change, logic models, research frameworks and evaluation tools
Design questionnaires, interview guides and other research materials
Conduct stakeholder interviews and engage with clients and delivery partners
Draft reports, presentations and other outputs for government and public sector clients
Present findings and recommendations
Contribute to proposals and thought leadership activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience delivering social and/or policy research in a consultancy, research agency, public sector, academic or related environment
Strong understanding of qualitative and/or quantitative research methods
Excellent written communication skills, with experience drafting reports, presentations or other client-facing outputs
Strong project management skills, including managing deadlines, prioritising workloads and maintaining high standards of quality
Experience building effective relationships with colleagues, clients or external stakeholders
Good numeracy and data-handling skills, including confidence interpreting evidence
Degree-level qualification, or equivalent professional experience, in a relevant discipline
Experience working on evaluations of public policies, programmes or services
Knowledge of the education, skills, digital, transport, planning, manufacturing or innovation policy space
Experience using statistical or qualitative analysis software such as SPSS, Stata, R or NVivo
Experience contributing to bids, proposals or business development activities
Experience presenting findings to clients, stakeholders or senior audiences
Ability to be based in London, Manchester or Edinburgh and travel to other offices for internal and client meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days annual leave
Pension contribution
Income protection
Life assurance
Health & wellbeing benefits
Financial benefits
Professional development opportunities
Flexible working applications considered