Resources

Junior-to-mid-level researchers are no longer motivated by a 5–10% salary increase alone. They're looking for opportunities that offer genuine career progression, flexibility, a strong culture, and long-term stability. Employers who focus on the whole employee value proposition are far more likely to attract and retain top research talent. For more…

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the research industry at an unprecedented pace, changing not only how insights are generated but also the skills and career paths that will define the profession in the years ahead. In this article, we explore the key trends reshaping the market - from the decline of…

We're delighted to share our latest Salary Survey Report, providing an overview of salaries, recruitment trends and career insights across the Social & Policy Research sector within UK Market Research Agencies. Drawing on the expertise of Elizabeth Norman International and the experiences of professionals working across the industry, this report…

UK – There has been a fall in optimism towards new opportunities within the insight sector over the past year, according to our research. Our 2024/25 Insight Census found that 51% of respondents reported feeling optimistic about opportunities in insight compared with 57% last year. Career development was also seen…

Join us at 12pm on Wednesday 10th September for a run through of most recent Insight Census. We surveyed over 1000 insight professionals to examine salary trends, we also looked at...the many other factors that motivate professionals within Insight, industry demographics, D&I, benefits and more. 𝗪𝗲'𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗸𝗲𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀…

Liz Norman reflects on the value of wisdom and contextual understanding in the age of AI. This article first appeared on Researchlive. The advent of AI has transformed the insight profession almost overnight, becoming an indispensable tool for research, analysis and strategy development. But as the sector evolves, what does…

The role of the data analyst is shifting. Yes, technical skills like data cleaning, modelling and visualisation are still essential – they’re the foundations. But more and more, employers are looking beyond the technical. They want analysts who can influence, not just analyse. The most in-demand analysts today are those…

At ENI, we've spent the past year embedding sustainability, diversity, and ethical hiring practices into everything we do. Our latest Impact Report 2024 details the progress we’ve made and our goals for the year ahead. Why Our Impact Report Matters The recruitment industry plays an important role in helping to…