Research Director – ESG & Public Affairs

• Research Director – Mixed Method
• London, hybrid (60% of time in office)
• Permanent role
• Full time or open to part time i.e. 4 days a week

We are working with a global strategic communications and advocacy group who are powered by research and insight.

Public Affairs Global Agency of the Year winners, they are known for their impact in creating positive change for businesses such as Google, Green Finance Institute, London Gatwick and more. They specialise in Public Affairs research, Brand Communications and Strategy, Reputation and Crisis Management, ESG and Sustainability.

They are looking to hire in their Research and Insight team. This is a small team, made up of mixed method researchers.

It’s incredibly interesting role for someone interested in sustainability, renewable energy and global public affairs. The role sits in a research function within a wider strategic communications agency, so a great opportunity for a new challenge and different environment where you can see your insights come to life.

You will lead medium to large projects, produce high quality proposals whilst still remaining hands on as a researcher. The research unit is on an upward trajectory, we’d be keen to hear from someone who is looking for their next challenge; who is keen to play a key role in team development, unit growth and play a major part in research business strategy.

This is a full service research role where you will act as a key contact for clients, lead project management, design and conduct quantitative and qualitative research, team management.

Salary and benefits:

• Base salary is £65,000 – £80,000
• Flexible working hours (core hours are 10am-4pm)
• Central London based, 2-3 days a week in office
• 30 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off + charity day!
• 5% match pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• Mental health app subscription, season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme etc.
• Certified B Corp

🔸 Please apply for next steps. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and actively seek to embrace diversity across age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion, and sex.

For successful applicants, a recruitment consultant will be in touch via email to schedule a briefing call. We will explain the role in more detail and share the company details before creating a formal application.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.