Head of Research - Qual

Job Description Head of Research - Qualitative Up to 100kNottinghamshire - Hybrid, 3 days in office This is a senior leadership opportunity to shape and grow a qualitative insight function within a highly integrated creative and insight environment. With strong leadership backing and flagship global clients, this role offers genuine influence across insight, strategy and creative delivery.The RoleYou will take ownership of the qualitative insight capability, with responsibility for leadership, quality and future growth.Lead, mentor and grow the qualitative insight team, including hiring and developmentOwn and evolve the qualitative research offering across key clientsDeliver high-quality qualitative research, remaining hands-on where neededPartner closely with senior account, strategy and creative stakeholdersPlay a key role on large, complex and global client accountsIntroduce and scale innovative and hybrid qualitative methodologiesSupport new business conversations and capability positioningOperate effectively within a matrix structure across insight and creative teamsYour Skills and ExperienceStrong agency or consultancy experience delivering qualitative researchDeep expertise across a range of qualitative methodologiesExperience working with large or global brands in a client-facing capacityProven capability to lead and grow a qualitative practice or teamStrong commercial awareness and confidence influencing senior stakeholdersCredibility to operate at senior leadership level from day oneWhat They OfferSalary of 80,000 to 100,000Hybrid working with three days per week onsiteA senior leadership role with real influence across insight, strategy and creativeThe opportunity to shape and rebuild a qualitative function with long-term backingExposure to high-profile global brands and integrated agency workingHow to ApplyIf you are a senior qualitative leader from an agency or consultancy background looking to build and shape a high-impact insight function, apply now to find out more.

Created: 2026-04-24