Head of Quantitative Market Research

QS Quacquarelli Symonds

. Lead the development of QS's quantitative market research strategy and survey asset roadmap .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomLeadWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in quantitative research methodologies, survey design, and data quality management, while effectively translating complex data into actionable business insights. Proven leadership in managing research teams and fostering collaboration across functions to drive product innovation and strategic decision-making.

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Quantitative Research Programme ManagementSurvey Methodology ExpertiseStatistical AnalysisStakeholder ManagementData Quality Management

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Hard Skills

Survey DesignSampling DesignStatistical AnalysisData Quality ManagementQuantitative Research ToolsResearch MethodologiesData Asset DevelopmentSurvey-Based DatasetsAI in ResearchPerformance Management

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingCuriosityInnovation

Industry Keywords

Market ResearchData Collection ApproachesQualitative Research MethodologiesCommercial OpportunitiesThought Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development of QS's quantitative market research strategy and survey asset roadmap
Establish standards, methodologies and best practices for survey design, sampling, weighting and quantitative analysis
Transform research programmes and modernise methodologies, including responsible use of AI where appropriate
Build proprietary datasets supporting rankings, evaluations, intelligence products and business functions
Develop survey-based datasets and research programmes that create commercial opportunities and product innovations
Oversee design, execution and quality assurance of key survey programmes and associated datasets
Improve data quality, response rates, market coverage and representativeness
Collaborate on new metrics, indicators and assessment methodologies
Oversee qualitative market research studies
Identify emerging approaches and technologies, including AI use in analysis and review and validation of outputs
Partner with teams to identify use cases and product opportunities
Develop governance, documentation and quality-control processes for survey assets
Monitor emerging research methodologies, technologies and data collection approaches
Build relationships with external research vendors, partners and stakeholders
Provide strategic guidance to teams using survey-based data
Contribute to thought leadership, market intelligence and sector research initiatives
Lead and develop research colleagues, including performance management, coaching, development and upskilling
Lead a small team of researchers and analysts
Perform other duties within the role's purpose and scope

Requirements

What you’ll need

Existing right to work in the UK; this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Proven ability to design and manage large scale quantitative research programmes
Strong expertise in survey methodology, sampling design, statistical analysis and data quality management
Ability to translate complex data into practical business insights and strategic recommendations
Proven ability to develop and improve research methodologies and data assets
Experience working with large datasets and quantitative research tools
Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
Ability to balance methodological rigour with commercial and operational needs
Excellent analytical, communication and problem solving skills
Experience leading cross functional projects involving data, research and product development
Curiosity, innovation and commitment to evidence based decision making
Experience of qualitative research methodologies would be advantageous, particularly alongside quantitative approaches

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive base salary
Access to an annual bonus scheme (for qualifying roles only)
25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays – increasing to 27 days after 5 years
Access to a Buy Holiday scheme allowing you to buy up to 5 additional holiday days per year
Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
Generous pension through Royal London
Comprehensive private medical insurance and wellness scheme through Vitality
Cycle to work scheme
A vibrant social environment and multicultural and multinational culture
Free subscription to the Calm App
Global wellness team and mental health first aiders globally
Access to diversity and inclusion initiatives and groups
Recognition and reward programs, including peer-to-peer recognition, quarterly and annual QS Applaud Awards, and Connect with your Career annual PD event
Support for volunteering and study leave
Free subscription to LinkedIn Learning
Options to join the global Mentorship programme
Hybrid work model with flexibility between working from home and the office