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Research & Statistics Manager
Job Posted: 3 days ago
Salary: £ 350 - 500 / Day
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Birmingham
Expire in: 24 days
Job Description
Contract Opportunity: Research & Statistics Manager – Social Research Focus
One of the largest social surveys in the world is about to enter a critical new phase – and we’re looking for a skilled Research & Statistics Manager to lead the charge.
This high-profile, high-impact project is not without its challenges. It’s a controversial topic area with huge public interest, attracts regular media headlines, and comes with a complex set of stakeholders. But for the right person, it’s an opportunity to influence national conversation and shape public understanding through data.
Location: Hybrid (1 day per week in Birmingham office – Thursday preferred)
Contract: 9 months
Salary/Grade: Civil Service SEO equivalent
What You’ll Be Doing:
Leading the delivery of a flagship national survey with a well-known external research agency.
Managing the second edition of a major annual report (due September 2025), from scoping and data review to publication and public dissemination.
Engaging stakeholders with complex findings – including those who may challenge or resist the results.
Applying quantitative and qualitative methods to shape analysis, structure reports, and surface meaningful insights.
Using tools like SPSS to quality-assure and conduct statistical analysis, with opportunities to publish standalone reports beyond the core dataset.
What You’ll Need:
Proven experience managing large-scale social research projects – ideally with a background in central government, a research agency, or a regulatory environment.
Strong project coordination skills and a track record in questionnaire design and data interpretation.
Comfortable navigating sensitive topics and high levels of scrutiny.
Skilled in communicating complex evidence clearly – both in writing and presentations.
Familiarity with MRS principles and statistical software like SPSS.
Degree in a social science or humanities field (e.g., psychology, sociology, geography, history).
Bonus If You Have:
Experience with tools like Power BI or Tableau.
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