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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...
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.
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
as required
training/mentoring of junior team members etc.
project
Required skills and experience
client objectives
Personal Qualities
What’s in it for you? Our benefits
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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.
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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. 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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.
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. 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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 – we support Forever Angels, a children's charity whose aim is to care for abandoned babies in Tanzania, Africa, as well as the local charity, Fulham Good Neighbours Benefits package * Company pension contributions of 5% available from your first day (salary sacrifice) * Increasing holiday entitlement for each year’s service, up to 30 days * Additional birthday day off * Private health insurance * Life Assurance plan * Group Income Protection * Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Adoption Leave * Annual salary and promotion reviews 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. This role is also available on a remote working pattern (1-2 days per month in London) 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.
Your New Role A leading interactive entertainment studio is looking for a Research Manager to join its Brand & Marketing guild. As Research Manager, you will lead the full lifecycle of consumer research quests - from defining the mission objectives to delivering insights that reshape strategy, campaigns, and brand positioning. You will be the owner of the research roadmap, ensuring every initiative is tightly aligned with business priorities and delivers meaningful impact across teams. Working closely with Brand, Marketing, Product, and external partners, you will translate player behavior into strategic intelligence that drives real-world decisions. You’ll be part of a Brand & Marketing team that thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and deep understanding of players. Every project you lead will contribute to shaping experiences enjoyed by millions around the world. Key Responsibilities Lead end-to-end consumer research quests: define objectives, manage external research partners, align stakeholders, and deliver clear, insight-driven reports and presentations Own and evolve the research roadmap in alignment with brand and marketing strategy Deliver actionable insights that inform campaigns, messaging, and strategic decisions across the organization Lead long-term strategic research initiatives such as brand tracking, segmentation, and audience understanding Act as the internal expert on audience segmentation frameworks, ensuring consistent and effective application across teams Turn complex data and findings into narratives that are simple, compelling, and decision-ready Company Presentation Our client is a Swedish computer game company headquartered in Stockholm, known for creating several games loved by millions of players worldwide. With an international team and English as the corporate language, new ideas are turned into immersive and imaginative gaming experiences every day. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to combine creativity, technical skill, and a passion for games to craft experiences that players will remember for years. Good to Know Scope of employment: Full-time, 100% Type of contract: Fixed-term employment as a consultant via JobBusters. Start date: June 2026 End date: 18 month contract. In your application: Please ensure that your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet the qualifications required by the client. To succeed in this role, you will need: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business, Social Sciences, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in consumer research, insights, or market research, or equivalent experience. Proven experience leading end-to-end research projects, including vendor management and stakeholder alignment. Strong experience designing and interpreting both quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Experience in gaming, entertainment, or digital consumer products. Familiarity with tools such as SPSS, Excel, Tableau, or similar analytics platforms. Meritorious: Agency experience. What we Offer Secure employment with a collective bargaining agreement, insurance coverage and occupational pension Wellness allowance and employee discounts and offers via Benifex (e.g., health, leisure, transport and healthcare) Flex pension and access to the Lifeplan pension advisory service Additional compensation during parental leave Occupational health services Long-term assignments and a dedicated Consultant Manager for personal support Opportunities to build valuable experience, expand your network and grow your future career We look forward to receiving your application We review applications on an ongoing basis. As recruitment processes in the consulting industry can move quickly, the position may be filled before the advertised deadline — so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. You do not need to submit a cover letter. Instead, please respond to the screening questions included in the application process.