Associate Director – Mixed Methods Research (Education / Students / Youth)

Location: Home County, with flexible working arrangements Salary: £52-56k Dependent on Experience An established, independent social and market research consultancy is looking to appoint an Associate Director to play a key role in its continued growth. This role is ideal for an experienced mixed-methods researcher with a strong background in education, higher education, students and / or youth research, who is ready to take on greater strategic, commercial and leadership responsibility. This is a great opportunity to influence research design with genuine autonomy and strategic input. The work you will be involved in informs real-world decisions across education and youth sectors and you will be in a supportive, intellectually curious environment that values quality and insight. The Role As Associate Director, you will sit at the heart of the business, leading complex research programmes, strengthening long-term client relationships, and raising the impact and quality of research outputs. Responsibilities include; - Direct and oversee mixed-methods research projects from design to delivery - Designing and overseeing complex qual, quant and mixed-methods studies - Add strategic value to methodologies, analysis and reporting - Ensure projects meet client objectives, timelines and budgets - Deliver high-impact insights through clear storytelling and client-ready outputs - Lead senior client relationships and contribute to account growth - Identify and develop new business opportunities - Mentor and develop researchers across multiple levels - Contribute to thought leadership, proposals and wider business initiatives Requirements include; - At least 5+ years’ experience in mixed-methods research (qual and quant) - Experience in education, higher education, student or youth research - Professional experience working within a Market Research agency or consultancy environment - Strong client-facing skills and confidence presenting to senior stakeholders - Commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and resources To apply please send your CV to rhys@hanneliusrecruitment.com To be considered you must hold a valid UK working permit or a visa. Hannelius Recruitment is a boutique agency, operating across various sectors and connecting top talents with leading corporations in the field of market research