Senior Research Executive, Consumer Quantitative Central London / hybrid, 2 days in the office Up to GBP 39,000 depending on experience - (posted Sep 23 2026)

Company: Spalding Goobey
Advertisers Ref: 976407
MrWeb Ref: 163264

Job Spec: Our client is a creative and independent insight consultancy. This role is ideal for those who have gained solid quantitative research experience within an agency, enjoy working in the consumer/FMCG space and want to join a collaborative & balanced insights consultancy that is helping to shape the future of consumer brands.

We are looking for a Senior Research Executive to join the team. You'll be at the heart of the project lifecycle, involved in everything from initial proposals to final client debriefs.


Key Responsibilities

• Project Involvement: Contribute to all stages of research, including drafting proposals, scripting online surveys, and coordinating international fieldwork with global partners
• Research & Analysis: Lead day-to-day logistics for quantitative processes, and establish the 'research story' through detailed data analysis
• Client Management: Act as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, managing their expectations and delivering debrief documents

What We're Looking For

• Education & Experience: A strong academic record (graduate degree level) and likely 2+ years of experience from a market research agency
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Apple software (Keynote, Pages, Numbers), plus a solid understanding of the MRS Code of Conduct
• Mindset: You should be curious about how people think, interested in brands and design, and possess strong critical thinking skills
• Soft Skills: A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage a challenging workload with high accuracy.

The successful candidate will have an assigned Development Manager to support your personal growth, performance reviews, and career progression. If you are a flexible, proactive researcher ready for a senior operational challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

Who to contact: Email your CV (in confidence) to sga@spalding-goobey.co.uk, quoting the reference above, or contact Andrew Goobey, Andrew Mercer, Caroline Rock or Rebecca Meaton on 020 7287 7237

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