Business Development Director | Market Research and Data Services
Location: UK or Europe, remote
Salary: £80,000 – £120,000+ (DOE) (+ shares/options)
Looking to take ownership of the UK market for a growing US-based research business?
Well we’re exclusively representing an established, independent US-based Market Research and Data Services Agency as it enters its next phase of international growth.
Built by industry experts, the business delivers high-quality data collection and end-to-end research support to agencies, consultancies and brands. Known for its flexible, technology-enabled approach across B2C, B2B and specialist audiences, and has built a strong reputation through consistent delivery and long-standing client relationships.
This is a strategic growth hire, working closely with the US leadership team to establish a visible, high-impact commercial presence across the UK and Europe.
Key responsibilities
- Generate leads, develop new business across Market Research Services
- Own and deliver UK commercial strategy with full accountability for revenue growth
- Act as the senior UK representative and brand ambassador
- Build and deepen senior client relationships across agencies, consultancies and brands
- Partner closely with US leadership to shape strategy and market approach
- Raise market profile through networking, events and thought leadership
- Work closely with operations, product and delivery teams to ensure seamless execution
About you
- 7+ years’ experience in market research, data or insights
- Proven senior commercial leadership within research or analytics
- Track record of winning and growing UK client relationships
- Comfortable operating as the senior commercial lead in a market
- Entrepreneurial mindset with experience building teams or functions
- Strong industry network and external credibility
This role will initially be employed as an independent contractor until 2027.
Unfortunately this role will not be able to offer sponsorship.
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