Research Manager (Qual / Mixed Methods, Communities) London / hybrid, 3 days in office GBP 40-47,000 - (posted May 18 2026)

Company: Hannelius Recruitment
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Job Spec: Are you a qualitative researcher looking for a role with greater variety, client exposure and scope to develop? Our client, a well-established insights agency, is hiring a Research Manager to join a specialist qualitative and communities team.

This is a hands-on role working across strategic qualitative research, long-term online communities and mixed-method projects. You'll collaborate with colleagues across disciplines, delivering insight-led work for major international clients across FMCG, retail, financial services and more.


Key responsibilities

• Leading end-to-end research projects across qual and mixed methods
• Managing client relationships and acting as a key point of contact
• Designing discussion guides, questionnaires and screeners
• Moderating groups, interviews and community activities
• Overseeing project delivery, timelines and budgets
• Supporting proposals and contributing to business development
• Mentoring junior team members.

About you

• Strong qualitative research experience
• Confident moderating and managing clients
• Commercially aware and well organised
• Experience in quantitative thinking (e.g. questionnaire design, data interpretation)
• Interested in developing skills across communities and mixed methods.

This role offers clear progression, broad project exposure and a collaborative, low-ego environment suited to someone who enjoys variety and ongoing development.

If you are interested in this role and feel you would be a good fit, then we would love to hear from you!

To be considered you must live in the UK and hold a valid UK working permit or visa. You'll also need to be able to commute to the Central London office 3 days per week.

Hannelius Recruitment is a boutique agency, operating across various sectors and connecting top talents with leading corporations in the field of market research. At Hannelius Recruitment we are committed to diversity and equality; we value talents based on abilities and potential, fostering productivity and innovation in a positive working environment.

Who to contact: In order to apply please send your CV to Maarit Yli-Korpula at maarit@hanneliusrecruitment.com

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