Research Manager

Research Partnership

About us:   We invite you to come grow with us.   Inizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health.   Our Research Partnership healthcare market research team provides research and insights to inform and power healthcare decisions. Serving a variety of clients across the lifecycle, our expertise includes data, research & insights (proprietary syndicated and custom research) and brand tracking (ATU). Proudly part of Inizio – the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment – supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward.   About the team:   Our Custom Research team partners with global pharmaceutical and biotech clients to enable them to solve marketing, brand, advertising and communications problems through a mixture of innovative qualitative and quantitative market research techniques.   The team works across a variety of therapy area, research methods and clients, so you will be empowered to develop broad expertise across the healthcare landscape and will have the opportunity to partner with a wide range of expert senior researchers and gain exposure to the full suite of research tools and techniques covered by the team.   Your primary role:   * The purpose of this role is to partner with the existing Directors to help lead, plan and manage and to ensure the growth, development and management of the team * To provide leadership direction and management expertise in terms of growing and sustaining the business through the development and execution of group strategies, product development and sales growth plans * Leading projects and project teams from proposal to final deliverables; focusing on coaching project teams to deliver excellent work and playing a bridging role between the client and project team * Line management of midlevel staff * Involvement in talent acquisition and assessing potential new staff   About You…   Your skills and experience:   * At least 10 years of experience in primary market research, including within the healthcare industry * Have significant experience in leading projects and client management * Capable business developer and relationship manager with new and existing clients * Expertise with both qualitative and quantitative research techniques   Ideal profile: * You are proactive, dedicated and enthusiastic, with a ‘can do’ attitude and approach * You demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, as well as strengths in organisation and prioritisation * You are a collaborative team player who works well with colleagues * You communicate ideas and issues in an effective, straightforward fashion * You are highly motivated and want to seize opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career   Life at Research Partnership:   We love what we do and continuously strive for innovation and creativity. We believe everyone should continuously be learning and provide:   * A comprehensive training and development programme for all staff, from entry level apprentice to senior management * A relaxed and friendly working environment * Social events - including a summer day out and end-of-year party, along with regular social events after office hours * Fundraising and charity events   Further information:   This is a full-time role, working in a hybrid pattern (2 days per week in the office) at our fantastic HQ location in Holborn. The role is also available on a remote worker basis (1 day per month in the office). Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.

Financial Times

ABOUT US The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups. The role The Research Manager will independently and efficiently manage research projects and create complex analysis to meet client’s objectives, ensuring high levels of data quality and accuracy at all stages Key responsibilities *  Works with wider project team to create research solutions for project proposals  * Independently manages research projects through the field, prioritising quality at all stages. * Managing the scripting, translations and programming of quantitative CATI and CAWI surveys, via our third-party vendors; * Ensuring the delivery of accurate data tables and charts, in line with agreed data specifications * Successfully applying quality assurance processes to ensure that projects are completed to the high standards required; * Working with fieldwork suppliers and internal teams to ensure that research projects are delivered on/under budget. * As needed, support Research Ops Team to source and schedule qualitative interviews * Working with the wider project team and external statisticians to create complex analysis models. Presents analysis to clients as required * Independently manages complex, flagship or non-standard projects * Ensures appropriate project documentation and specs are shared with third-party suppliers * Collaborates with project team to progress project and share relevant updates * Proactively working towards team KPIs and personal career objectives. Supports with company objectives/initiatives * Supports with relationship management of third party fieldwork partners * Leads team initiatives and shares knowledge and updates with team and wider company * Proactively shares relevant knowledge with team members * Supports team members as required, including preparing analysis, managing relationships with third party fieldwork partners, training/mentoring of junior team members etc. * Contributes to regular news highlights * As required, may take on the Project Manager role, and manage clients through the whole project, or research stage of the project * As required, will lead on questionnaire design or analysis Required skills and experience  * Managed research projects in a research agency or similar workplace and can demonstrate how they’ve contributed to achieving client objectives * 5 years minimum experience (minimum) * Technical tool proficiency: Decipher (or comparable survey tool) MS Office and G-Suite Personal Qualities * Good business communication and writing skills * Consistent team player * Shows initiative and flexibility to embrace new ways of working and tools * Is a positive, proactive and creative problem-solver * Identifies risks and asks for help to manage as needed * Constructively shares feedback on team or company * Reaches out for support from team or line manager, as needed, when encountering new issues or challenges What’s in it for you? Our benefits Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible. Accessibility We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. Further information At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate opportunities will direct you to apply through the official Financial Times careers site, and the FT will never ask for financial information, payments, or referrals to third parties during the hiring process. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting or suspect any scam activity, please contact talent@ft.com.  Interested in the FT but don’t see the right role yet? Join our Talent Community to receive exclusive updates, featured jobs, and insights into working at the FT.

Research Partnership

About us:   We invite you to come grow with us.   Inizio Ignite is the global advisory partner for health and life sciences, encompassing connected expertise across Research Partnership, Putnam, Vynamic, and STEM. Guided by purpose, passion, and precision, we collaborate with clients to ignite impact, accelerate performance, and deliver lasting change for patients. By uniting strategy, insights, and innovation with a unique depth and breadth of expertise, we drive transformation and shape the future of health.   Our Research Partnership healthcare market research team provides research and insights to inform and power healthcare decisions. Serving a variety of clients across the lifecycle, our expertise includes data, research & insights (proprietary syndicated and custom research) and brand tracking (ATU). Proudly part of Inizio – the market-leading commercialization partner for health and life sciences. From early-stage development to loss of exclusivity, we simplify complexity, unlock value, and make collaboration seamless at every pivotal moment – supporting confident, insight-driven decisions that move innovation forward.   About the team:   Our Singapore team partners with global pharmaceutical clients to enable them to solve marketing, brand, advertising and communications problems through a mixture of innovative quantitative brand equity tracking market research techniques, as well as other custom qualitative and quantitative methods.   The Singapore team works with global colleagues in Operations, Analytics and Data divisions. The global programs the team supports involve highly innovative methods (including AI tools) and outputs for the clients, informing real-time strategic decision-making.   The programs are multi-year and cover multiple markets and therapy areas, with each therapy area having its own project team for delivery. The central team focuses on coordinating resources, research materials, questionnaires and deliverables across each indication, as well as bringing in expertise in analytics, dashboard development and automation.   Your primary role:   * Your role will be to ensure the smooth running of quantitative brand equity tracking programs, ensuring high-quality delivery and actionable insights. * You will also work on broader custom quantitative and qualitative projects. * With input from your manager, you will be writing questionnaires, testing survey links, and ensuring data integrity throughout the research process. * You will be responsible for data analysis and reporting, identifying key trends and insights. * You will interrogate the findings, helping to craft compelling presentations alongside senior team members. * You will have a strong focus on specific therapeutic areas and collaborate directly with the client to support their brand planning and strategic development. * You will also play a key role in supporting the Director in running workshops, helping client teams translate research insights into strategic brand development and decision-making. * Your job will involve mentoring and managing junior team members, ensuring best practices and knowledge sharing within the team.   About You…   Your skills and experience:   * At least 4 years of experience in market research with healthcare experience * Appreciation of marketing / client side issues * Self-motivated and able to work independently * Good communication skills - both verbal and written * Ability to multi task under pressure and to tight deadlines   Ideal profile: * You are proactive, dedicated and enthusiastic, with a ‘can do’ attitude and approach * You demonstrate a high level of accuracy and attention to detail, as well as strengths in organisation, prioritisation and problem-solving * You are a collaborative team player who works well with colleagues * You communicate ideas and issues in an effective, straightforward fashion * You are highly motivated and want to seize opportunities to develop new skills and progress in your career   Life at Research Partnership:   We love what we do and continuously strive for innovation and creativity. We believe everyone should continuously be learning and provide:   * A comprehensive training and development programme, providing both structured and hands-on training in order for you to develop and build your career as a pharmaceutical market researcher * A relaxed, non-bureaucratic, friendly working environment where employee performance is recognised and rewarded * Social events - including team day out and end-of-year party, along with social events after office hours * Fundraising and charity events – we do team volunteering locally at least once a year, and support Forever Angels, a children's charity whose aim is to care for abandoned babies in Tanzania, Africa   About Inizio Advisory:   Research Partnership is part of Inizio Advisory, we partner with global life science and healthcare companies to create lasting change in human healthcare.   Through our connected capabilities in market research, consulting and brand alignment, we support clients at every stage of their journey.   Our expertise, technology platforms and data-driven insights help clients to accelerate their clinical and commercial success, resulting in long-term value for clients and their patients.   Further information:   This is a full-time role, based at our Inizio group offices in Singapore (working in a hybrid pattern, 2 days per week in the office).   Our Pledge   At Research Partnership, we value inclusivity, recognize the power of diversity, and inspire the next generation of change-makers. We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in creating a work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We aim to recruit from a diverse slate of candidates and foster an environment that provides the right conditions for long-term success. We welcome all applications regardless of race, colour, religion or belief, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, marital status, military veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation and physical or mental disability. Don't meet every job requirement? That's okay! Our company is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If you're excited about this role, but your experience doesn't perfectly fit every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this role or others.