Project & Research Manager – Hybrid (Cambridge)

About the role

We are partnering with a Cambridge‑based not‑for‑profit to find a Project & Research Manager on a full‑time, hybrid basis. The role will lead research initiatives from design through delivery, turning data into actionable insights for clients, funders and stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, execute and oversee research projects end‑to‑end.
• Design surveys, questionnaires and interview guides.
• Collect, clean and analyse quantitative and qualitative data.
• Conduct interviews, focus groups and stakeholder workshops.
• Produce reports, presentations and briefing documents with clear recommendations.
• Ensure ethical standards and data‑protection compliance throughout.
• Support the creation of new project ideas and funding proposals.

Required profile

• Proven experience delivering research or evaluation projects.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret data and identify key trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good project management and organisational capabilities.

Required skills

• Experience with quantitative or qualitative research methods.
• Familiarity with statistical software such as SPSS, R, Stata or similar.