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A leading consumer health company in Weybridge seeks an R&D Head of Advanced Research to drive breakthrough technologies and foster an innovative ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have an MBA or PhD, at least 10 years of experience in advanced research, and proven business acumen. This role offers

Working closely with the Chief R&D Officer, the Head of Advanced Research contributes directly to building a breakthrough pipeline representing a significant share of future global innovation growth. What You’ll BringBasic Qualifications:***We are looking for professionals with these required

ARE YOU THE ONE? At Samsung, we dont just sell hardware; we sell experiences that sit at the centre of peoples lives. As our Consumer Insight Manager, you are the voice of the human in the room. Your mission is to uncover the why behind the what, transforming data and research into powerful insight stories that challenge assumptions, inspire teams, and shape smarter decisions. Reporting into the Head of Consumer Insights, youll operate as a trusted partner, detective, and storyteller. Youll dig through tracker data, ad hoc research, and behavioural signals to uncover the hidden truths that make leaders pause and rethink strategy. This role blends analytical rigour with creativity, spotting patterns others miss and translating them into insight that drives action. WHAT YOULL BE UP TO Support and help manage primary research projects across quantitative and qualitative methodologies, including brand tracking, ad-hoc studies, U&A, segmentation, concept testing, and customer experience research. Contribute to the design of surveys and discussion guides, ensuring research objectives are clearly linked to business questions. Coordinate logistics for focus groups, depth interviews, and online communities, including briefing agencies and internal stakeholders. Go beyond topline KPIs to uncover emerging trends, shifts in attitudes, unmet needs, and underlying drivers of behaviour. Proactively interrogate data to identify anomalies, tensions, and opportunities others may overlook. Synthesize multiple data points into clear hypotheses and insight-led narratives. Translate complex research findings into concise, compelling insight stories tailored to different audiences. Develop presentations that balance data, narrative, and visual impact, moving beyond charts to clear consumer-led stories. ARE YOU OUR PERFECT PARTNER? Youre radically Curious: You naturally ask why? and arent satisfied with surface-level answers. Youre analytical yet Empathetic: Comfortable with numbers, but equally attuned to human behaviour and emotion. Youre a Natural Storyteller: You believe insight only matters if its understood and acted upon. Youre Tech-Savvy: Genuinely interested in consumer electronics, technology trends, and how people use devices in real life. Youll have experience either client-side or within a market research agency. Youll have proven experience working with primary research across quantitative and qualitative methods. Youre comfortable navigating consumer tracker data and research platforms. Youll have strong data literacy with the ability to interrogate and interpret findings. Youll have demonstrable example of an insight youve delivered that led to a tangible business or strategic change. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US Competitive Salary: Up to £40,000 Per Annum + 10% Bonus Company Sick Pay + Life Assurance: 4 times your annual salary Access to a range of discounts and perks across our key partners & beyond Development Opportunities WHO ARE WE? Blue Square combines best-in-class retail solutions, seamless product activation and flexible staffing that empowers brands to maintain control of their customer experience across their distribution channels. BUILD LOVE. GROW SALES. INCREASE LOYALTY. POINTS TO NOTE: Reasonable adjustments: We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application Whilst we strive to adhere to our closing dates, we may close the vacancy early based on interest or the progression of the role Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described , and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Blue Square If youre an internal candidate , remember to use your company email address to apply Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about flexibility at interview stage and we will explore what is possible for the role. TPBN1_UKTJ

ARE YOU THE ONE? At Samsung, we dont just sell hardware; we sell experiences that sit at the centre of peoples lives. As our Consumer Insight Manager, you are the voice of the human in the room. Your mission is to uncover the why behind the what, transforming data and research into powerful insight stories that challenge assumptions, inspire teams, and shape smarter decisions. Reporting into the Head of Consumer Insights, youll operate as a trusted partner, detective, and storyteller. Youll dig through tracker data, ad hoc research, and behavioural signals to uncover the hidden truths that make leaders pause and rethink strategy. This role blends analytical rigour with creativity, spotting patterns others miss and translating them into insight that drives action. WHAT YOULL BE UP TO Support and help manage primary research projects across quantitative and qualitative methodologies, including brand tracking, ad-hoc studies, U&A, segmentation, concept testing, and customer experience research. Contribute to the design of surveys and discussion guides, ensuring research objectives are clearly linked to business questions. Coordinate logistics for focus groups, depth interviews, and online communities, including briefing agencies and internal stakeholders. Go beyond topline KPIs to uncover emerging trends, shifts in attitudes, unmet needs, and underlying drivers of behaviour. Proactively interrogate data to identify anomalies, tensions, and opportunities others may overlook. Synthesize multiple data points into clear hypotheses and insight-led narratives. Translate complex research findings into concise, compelling insight stories tailored to different audiences. Develop presentations that balance data, narrative, and visual impact, moving beyond charts to clear consumer-led stories. ARE YOU OUR PERFECT PARTNER? Youre radically Curious: You naturally ask why? and arent satisfied with surface-level answers. Youre analytical yet Empathetic: Comfortable with numbers, but equally attuned to human behaviour and emotion. Youre a Natural Storyteller: You believe insight only matters if its understood and acted upon. Youre Tech-Savvy: Genuinely interested in consumer electronics, technology trends, and how people use devices in real life. Youll have experience either client-side or within a market research agency. Youll have proven experience working with primary research across quantitative and qualitative methods. Youre comfortable navigating consumer tracker data and research platforms. Youll have strong data literacy with the ability to interrogate and interpret findings. Youll have demonstrable example of an insight youve delivered that led to a tangible business or strategic change. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US Competitive Salary: Up to £40,000 Per Annum + 10% Bonus Company Sick Pay + Life Assurance: 4 times your annual salary Access to a range of discounts and perks across our key partners & beyond Development Opportunities WHO ARE WE? Blue Square combines best-in-class retail solutions, seamless product activation and flexible staffing that empowers brands to maintain control of their customer experience across their distribution channels. BUILD LOVE. GROW SALES. INCREASE LOYALTY. POINTS TO NOTE: Reasonable adjustments: We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us using if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application Whilst we strive to adhere to our closing dates, we may close the vacancy early based on interest or the progression of the role Please note this is an advert for our job vacancy, and therefore may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the role described , and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of Blue Square If youre an internal candidate , remember to use your company email address to apply Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about flexibility at interview stage and we will explore what is possible for the role. TPBN1_UKTJ

You’ll be given plenty of freedom to produce your own research of new signals and you’ll be given the full support to implement them within the centralised and collaborative research effort. There are all kinds of growth potential here, with the growth of the business in London accelerating over

We are now seeking a Head of Research Group to design and lead our research capability as we scale. Drive initial research success leading to the building and leadership of a high-performing research team. If you are motivated by building capability, elevating standards and creating meaningful compe

The British Academy the UKs national body for the humanities and social sciences is seeking a Deputy Head to join our Research Funding Department, providing key support in the delivery of a range of research funding programmes, in particular the operational management of the British Academys relat

Ideal Requirements for the Head of Research and Development. We’re partnering with a market-leader in the Ophthalmology sector, who are looking to recruit an experienced Head of R&D (Research & Development)!. Thrive in one of the industry’s most resilient and future-proof markets.

Head of community and events Location: Contracted to our Peterborough office with the flexibility for hybrid workingSalary: £50,000 - £55,000 depending on experienceContract Type: PermanentFull time: 37. Benefits: We want all our employees to feel valued and engaged and are committed to offering a

As the Head of AI Research, you will spearhead the company's long-term technical vision, setting a 1-2 year horizon for groundbreaking clinical AI capabilities. You will leverage vast real-world clinical data to build proprietary IP, pushing the boundaries of what is possible at the intersection of

A recruitment agency is looking for a Head of Public and Private Markets Manager Research. The ideal candidate brings over 10 years of experience in external manager research, preferably from a family office environment. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a strategic leader.

The British Academy – the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences – is seeking a Deputy Head to join our Research Funding Department, providing key support in the delivery of a range of research funding programmes, in particular the operational management of the British Acade

In the newly created role of Head of Research, you will be responsible for creating content based on the findings of the Index and be reactive and proactive in owning the thought leadership in new developments and opportunities in their space. The ideal candidate will blend extensive experience in t

A leading cancer care organization in Greater London seeks a Deputy Director of Research Operations. Ideal candidates will have a management qualification and significant NHS experience in clinical research. The organization offers a dynamic work environment with a commitment to excellence in patien

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Research and Operations to play a pivotal leadership role within our Development team. Among its treasures are the earliest surviving copy of Beowulf, Shakespeare’s folios, the Magna Carta, early maps of the New World and handwritten Beatles lyrics. Reporting

Our client sits at the centre of cross-sector dialogue, convening senior leaders from the public, private and not-for-profit sectors to address some of the UK’s most significant long-term economic and policy challenges. Lead the development of flagship research positioning the organisation as the

Head of Creative Production & AI-Enabled Content Operations. Director of Marketing – Motto Clear Aligners. Director of Ecommerce /DTC Beauty Brands Urgent Need.

A leading recruitment consultancy in London is looking for a Head of Research to lead data-driven initiatives in the Banking and Payments industry. The ideal candidate should have extensive research experience and excellent communication skills, alongside knowledge in AI. The position is hybrid, req

This role involves managing relationships with international research institutes and ensuring successful delivery of flagship programs. A national humanities and social sciences organization in London is seeking a Deputy Head to support research funding programs. The ideal candidate will exhibit str

A leading intelligence platform is seeking a Head of Research to drive their research agenda in Banking and Payments. Ideal candidates should have 5-7 years of relevant experience and excel in both qualitative and quantitative research methods. This role involves producing original research insights

A leading financial services group in Greater London is seeking a Global Head of Research to lead a diverse team and drive the integration of advanced technology and analytical insights. The ideal candidate will foster collaboration across regions, ensuring the research function delivers high-convic

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A large healthcare trust in Greater London is looking for an experienced Group Head of Research and Innovation to lead strategic development and operational delivery of clinical research. This senior leadership role includes shaping research governance, fostering partnerships, and ensuring complianc

Opportunity to define the research agenda in one of the most interesting areas of modern medicine. Build research capability across the organisation by supporting clinicians and teams to engage in research activity. We are committed to transforming lives by improving access to safe, effective treatm

In the newly created role of Head of Research, create content based on the findings of the Index and own thought leadership in new developments and opportunities in the space. Author trends updates and answer key client questions around the subject to validate the company's point of view and stay ah

Head of AI Research | High-Growth Start‑Up | London. You’ll lead a world‑class team of researchers and engineers, setting the direction for AI innovation while staying close to the code and experiments that make it happen. Clear communication skills, capable of bridging the gap between researc

In this leadership role, you will work closely with the Head of Research Funding to ensure the effective delivery of flagship programmes such as Postdoctoral Fellowships and Small Research Grants. The British Academy, the UK’s national body for the humanities and social sciences, is recruiting a D

A leading research organization based in Greater London is seeking a Head of Research. The successful candidate will lead a multidisciplinary team, oversee the delivery of impactful research projects, and drive fundraising efforts. You will work closely with various sectors and stakeholders to enhan

A pioneering health tech company in Greater London is seeking a Head of Research for a 12-month maternity cover. Join a dynamic team dedicated to advancing gut health research and innovation.

A leading healthtech firm in the UK is seeking a Head of Research to lead their research strategy in cannabis-based medicines. This hands-on senior role involves defining the research vision, overseeing study designs, and ensuring compliance with research governance. The role offers competitive sala

While these advancements offer tremendous opportunities, they also present significant risks, such as the potential for deliberate misuse or the deployment of sophisticated yet misaligned models. Review, negotiate, and coordinate the legal aspects of office leases and related real‑estate documenta

A leading cybersecurity firm in the UK is seeking a Director of Threat Research & Reporting to lead a dynamic team addressing the evolving threat landscape. This role requires over 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, strong interpersonal skills, and a deep understanding of threat detection meth

A leading intelligence platform in finance is looking for a Head of Research and Thought Leadership for AI in Banking and Payments. The position offers a competitive salary of up to GBP 120,000 plus options and is based in Central London.

The Department of Accounting and Finance at Techwaka is seeking a full-time faculty member at the Professorial level as Head of Department. This prestigious role offers a dynamic academic setting within the renowned University of Sussex, known for its exceptional commitment to educational quality an

The financial success of UKEF is dependent upon sound risk management practices, which are increasingly vital given the headwinds faced by the global economy. We offer a supportive and encouraging environment emphasising continual development of analytic, communication, and people skills through sel

You will have in-depth knowledge of statutory early years legislation and a proven track record of successfully delivering strong Ofsted outcomes. UCL Day Nursery, located in the heart of UCL’s Bloomsbury Campus, provides high-quality childcare and nursery education, placing the happiness, wellbei

As Head of Content Design, you’ll set the vision, standards and ways of working for content design across Our Future Health. A Great Place to Work – We have a lovely Central London office in Holborn, and offer flexible and remote working arrangements. Our goal is to create a world-leading resour

A leading research firm is seeking a Head of Research to drive data-driven methodologies in the Banking and Payments sector. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in research, strong analytical capabilities, and knowledge of the financial services landscape. The candidate will lead compreh

A leading care technology company in Greater London is searching for a Head of Product Design & Research to lead their design strategy and team culture. Competitive benefits and a commitment to inclusivity are part of the offer.

Head of Research – Banking & Payments industry. Interview industry experts and stay ahead of emerging AI trends. You’ll own end-to-end research delivery – from idea generation and hypothesis testing through to analysis, authorship, and ongoing insight updates – turning complex data into clea

A global asset management firm is seeking a Head of Quantitative Sustainable Investment Research to join their Sustainable Investment and Quantitative Research teams in London. This role involves driving the quantitative ESG research agenda, leading model design, and collaborating with various teams

An innovative AI healthtech startup in London is seeking a Head of AI Research to spearhead the company's technical vision for clinical AI capabilities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead at the frontier of AI research while working closely with elite teams and vast real-world clinical

Track record of translating research insights into profitable trading or investment strategies. Proven leadership experience in quantitative research, preferably in systematic trading, HFT, or prop trading environments. Deep understanding of statistics, stochastic processes, and modern quantitative

A leading charitable institution in London is seeking a Deputy Head of Research Funding to oversee flagship programmes and manage interactions with British International Research Institutes. With a competitive salary around £50,108 per year, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact resea

The position offers a competitive salary up to £70,000 and includes various employee benefits aimed at supporting a positive workplace culture. A major health research charity is seeking a Senior Access Governance Manager in Greater London. This role is critical for enhancing secure access to resea

A national library in the UK is looking for a Head of Research and Operations to lead their Development team.