Research Manager

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Research ManagerSalary 40K-54KApplication closing date: 31st January 2022Engrossing, challenging, diverse, satisfying - just a few of the words that describe the work of our Research Managers.SummaryPye Tait Consulting is a company with strong values centred on delivering high quality outputs that contribute to social and economic development. We work ethically to help deliver a better tomorrow for the UKs young people and workers - towards a fairerand non-discriminatory society, while striving to reduce our carbon footprint on a day-to-day basis.Research Managers are not just project managers, not just researchers, and not merely analysts - thats why the job is both challenging and immensely satisfying. They work across a diverse mix of projects and clients and are involved at all project lifecyclestages from tendering to reporting and presenting.What does a Research Manager doDesign, implement, and successfully complete research processes - end to end project deliveryManage and develop great client relationshipsDevelop and deliver powerful presentations and pitchesLead on design of all research tools and reportsWrite persuasive winning tenders and memorable, insightful reportsDevelop new business through excellent contacts and networksManage small matrix-teams of junior and senior researchersSupport development and execution of the research strategyProvide support and coaching to the research and support teamWhat makes a great Research ManagerEssentialAgency-side experience - that is, solid commercial experience in pricing, designing, and delivering research and consultancy projects to a range of clients to tight deadlines and budgetsAbility to organise, self-manage, and lead othersQualitative and quantitative experienceEnthusiasm for research and delivery of great client outputsExcellent written skillsDesirableMembership of the MRSSpecialism in economics and labour marketsStatistical skills - e.g. experience of using SPSS/SNAP/R and undertaking multivariate statistical analysis including regression and experimental designFundamentallyA mix of relevant experience, intelligence, enthusiasm, knowledge, persuasiveness, energy, resilience, and self-motivation. Good Research Managers author great research reports and impress clients. Excellent Research Managers not only do this but know thatclient relationships remain at the core of research consultancy and possess a powerful desire to grow their own career within the ongoing growth of Pye Tait Consulting.This doesnt end there. When youre performing at your best, youll be going places. There are opportunities for progression to Senior Research Manager/Consultant to manage larger teams and segments of the business.Why work at Pye Tait ConsultingWork with a great team of people who support each otherWork on a varied and interesting mix of nationally-important projects for blue-chip clientsSatisfying opportunities to mentor and develop junior staffWeekly internal group sessions and one-to-one catch-upsOpportunities to undertake training/attend seminars in specialist areas (e.g. applying statistical tests, using qualitative analysis software, etc.)Opportunity to undertake the MRS DiplomaOpportunity for progression to Senior Research Manager/ConsultantBenefitsAnnual leave: a generous 22 days entitlement plus public holidays (England)Company contributions to pensionDiscretionary performance-related bonusesBirthdays off in addition to annual leaveFlexible working hours and locationPrivate healthcare, following a qualifying period (optional)IT equipment and remote IT supportLocation - work from homeWe have a satellite office in Harrogate, for those who wish to come in on an ad-hoc basis, but we work remotely most of the time. There may be a need to travel post Covid-19 as part of the job, and this sometimes also entails overnight stays.ApplicationsIf you come from an agency-side research background and feel you have the appropriate personal attributes, knowledge and skills, please apply. Please include with your application:Your CVA covering letter explaining what you feel you could bring to the companyAn indication of your current salary or package and required notice-period.These roles are ideally permanent and full-time, but we would be willing to consider flexible arrangements where there are mutual benefits.Please be aware new research staff will be subjected to a DBS check following a short probationary period. If you already hold DBS certification, please state this in your application along with date of issue.Pye Tait Consulting is an equal opportunities employer.Application closing date: 31st January 2022

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