Hannelius Recruitment
Insight Director, Quant/FMCG (1 Year Contract) - 55–£65k - Leeds (flex hybrid)

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Salary: £55–£65k per year (DOE)
Location: Leeds / flexible hybrid
Are you an experienced insight leader with a strong background in quantitative research? Our client is looking for an Insight Director to join their team on a one-year fixed-term maternity cover. You’ll take a senior role across complex research projects, lead an important client relationship and support the team to deliver high-quality, commercially focused insight.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead complex quantitative research projects from proposal through to delivery, managing quality, timelines, budgets and resources
- Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders, acting as a strategic advisor and identifying opportunities to grow accounts
- Coordinate project teams and wider internal resources to ensure projects run efficiently and to a high standard
- Lead client debriefs and deliver clear, actionable recommendations that address business objectives
- Take responsibility for account financials, revenue targets, proposals, pipeline and new business opportunities
- Support the motivation, development and effective management of the wider team
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About You
- 8+ years’ relevant experience in market research agency environment
- Strong quantitative research experience; FMCG, consumer or innovation research experience would be beneficial
- Confident managing senior client relationships and complex, often fast-paced projects
- Commercially aware, with experience managing budgets, revenue targets and account growth
- An experienced and collaborative team leader who is comfortable navigating challenges and finding practical solutions


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This is a one-year fixed-term maternity cover. Location is flexible for the right person, although regular visits to the Leeds office will be required.
To apply, please send your CV to maarit@hanneliusrecruitment.com
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 Leeds as needed.
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.
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