Research and Insight Lead (Client-Side)

About the role

A global entertainment-sector organisation is represented by Aspire and is seeking a Director-level Research and Insight Lead for a client-side role based in the City of London. The position sits at the heart of the insight team, leading several quantitative and qualitative research workstreams and combining hands-on analysis with team leadership and stakeholder management. The role involves three days a week in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Embed data-driven insights organisation-wide so that commercial decisions are informed, through research leadership, stakeholder engagement and empathy.
• Lead quantitative and qualitative research delivery, prioritise workstreams, develop teams and manage vendors effectively.
• Analyse diverse datasets, interpret stakeholder needs and deliver actionable insights through strong client service.

Required profile

• Extensive client-side and agency research experience, applying advanced methodologies to generate actionable insights.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and turn research findings into commercial strategies and measurable business outcomes.
• Mixed-methods and analytics expertise.

Required skills

• Qualitative moderation
• Statistical analysis
• Data visualisation
• Social listening platforms