Research Manager – Quantitative, Mixed Methods

Ipsos North America

. Manage quantitative or mixed-methods research projects from inception through final reports and presentations .

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

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing quantitative and mixed-methods research projects, with strong skills in project management, data analysis, and client communication. Proficient in writing research proposals and questionnaires while mentoring junior team members and delivering insights through reports and presentations.

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Quantitative Research SkillsProject ManagementProposal WritingClient CommunicationMixed-Methods Research

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Hard Skills

Quantitative ResearchQualitative ResearchQuestionnaire DesignData AnalysisProject PlanningRisk ManagementFieldwork MonitoringData Specification DraftingReport WritingBusiness Development

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationNegotiation SkillsTime Management

Tools & Technologies

NVivoSPSSAI MethodsStatistics Packages

Industry Keywords

Trade PolicyEnterprise PolicyEconomic PolicyResearch MethodologiesClient Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage quantitative or mixed-methods research projects from inception through final reports and presentations
Lead project teams and act as the first point of contact for clients
Write and contribute to research proposals and business development activities
Train, mentor and delegate to junior team members
Ensure projects are delivered on budget and on time through project planning, risk management and delegation
Communicate with clients and stakeholders as the main project contact
Design questionnaires and topic guides aligned with client and study objectives
Manage supplier and internal operations relationships
Monitor quantitative and qualitative fieldwork and recruitment
Draft quantitative data specifications and check data files
Write reports and presentations delivering insights for stakeholders and clients
Suggest more efficient or effective approaches
Work in multidisciplinary teams
Develop knowledge of clients and identify new research opportunities
Use AI and innovative methods to further the Ipsos offering

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in or keen interest in trade, enterprise and/or economic policy
Ideally, experience as a mixed-methods researcher skilled in both quantitative and qualitative methods
Exceptional quantitative research skills
Ability to manage projects and deliver day-to-day
Experience writing questionnaires
Ability to understand and interpret data to find insights and narratives
Experience contributing to proposals and business development activities
Good project management skills, including working with suppliers and timetable management
Time management skills across multiple projects and demanding deadlines
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
Proven ability to work well in teams, handle clients and negotiate with suppliers
Confident and clear written and verbal communication skills
High level of accurate use of English and ability to write in varied styles
Curiosity and drive to grow the business
Desirable: policy knowledge and expertise in trade, enterprise and/or economic policy
Desirable: experience leading primary research components of wider evaluation studies
Desirable: use of NVivo, SPSS or other statistics packages
Must be based in London, Manchester or Edinburgh, with openness to travel for internal/client meetings

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days annual leave
Pension contribution
Income protection
Life assurance
Health and wellbeing benefits
Financial benefits
Professional development opportunities
Hybrid working approach
Flexible working applications considered
Inclusive and accessible recruitment process