Lead Project Manager | Operations, Clariti | London, UK

Join Savantas UK Operations team as a Lead Project Manager within our Clariti Operations Team!

Savanta is a data market research and advisory company with teams in the UK Americas and APAC. Savanta is on a bold journey transforming from a traditional market research firm into a tech-first insights-driven leader.

This role would be working for our new brand Clariti the Agency for Agencies. Were a challenger brand looking to make a big impact and innovating heavily in our tech and product offering for clients. Our flexible consultative approach to project delivery allows our clients to work in a way that suits them. Offering audience access online survey programming data dashboard solutions and advanced analytics Clariti delivers high-quality reliable data on every project.

We work with some of the worlds best-known agencies and consultancies including WGSN EY Nielsen Sports Brand Finance Boxclever and PwC.

This role is predominantly focused on online quantitative data collection and fieldwork.

About the Role:

This position sits within the UK Operations team specifically the Client Service Team. The team will predominantly service new business along with legacy client accounts. Based in our London office this role has an expectation to be on site 1-2 days per week.

As a Lead Project Manager youll be handson delivering complex highquality online quantitative research projects. From endtoend scoping setup fieldwork and through to deliver while working as a trusted daytoday partner for key client accounts.

More specifically the role will require:

• Taking full ownership of highcomplexity projects managing endtoend delivery of online data collection and fieldwork.
• Being the main point of contact for key accounts understanding client needs building strong relationships and contributing to growth.
• Planning and coordinating timelines and resources across internal teams leading project meetings and keep risks under control.
• Supporting feasibility pitches and proposals managing budgets and costs escalating as needed.
• Sharing knowledge and driving process improvements whilst contributing to training onboarding and mentoring.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for individuals who thrive on high levels of autonomy and responsibility enabling you to make a direct and meaningful impact across a variety of projects and client accounts. Youll become part of a collaborative and supportive team that places a strong emphasis on mentoring professional development and driving innovation.

About You:

The role is suited to someone with existing agency expertise in market research operations looking to expand their skill set and advance their career.

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Proven project management across concurrent highvolume online quantitative market research projects with strong organisational skills.
• Clientfacing confidence and commercial awareness comfortable engaging stakeholders at all levels.
• Advanced knowledge of online quantitative methodologies within an agency setting and platforms.
• A techfirst mindset with enthusiasm for innovation and process improvement.
• Leadership/mentoring experience passion for knowledge sharing and building team capability.
• Clear confident communication and the ability to prioritise effectively.

Career progression is possible for all staff that show a passion and drive for continued successful project delivery. Youll be part of an established inclusive team with a flat management structure robust career support and key responsibility with opportunities to specialise in commercial development operations or tech innovation.

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And in return Savanta offers:

• Salary range: 42000 - 46000
• Bonus scheme
• Unlimited annual leave
• Hybrid working
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Flexible working practices
• Health & wellbeing package
• Financial health (pension life assurance etc.)
• Team & Company Socials
• Committees for Health & Well Being Charities & Volunteering and DE&I

Why Join Us:

With offices in the US Canada India and the UK over 500 staff globally and ambitious growth plans Savanta offers the benefits of scale whilst our specialists with their deep expertise and nimble teams make life at Savanta feel more like working at a boutique agency.

Our client portfolio includes some of the worlds most recognizable and valuable brands such as Google Meta Pandora Vodafone Samsung Heineken LEGO Aston Martin Unilever and the Cabinet Office.

The company was founded on the belief that tech should be integral to its success and this culture of tech innovation makes us best placed to put Savanta at the heart of our clients businesses offering solutions before they even know the problem.

Part of the vibrant Next 15 Communications Group we have an entrepreneurial and inclusive company culture that actively recognizes and values its people and offers unrivalled scope for career development including mentoring coaching as well as extensive training programs.

Savanta is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and continuously strives to be an employer of choice. Our people are our greatest asset - we value workplace diversity and inclusion oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

All candidates will be considered equally; however we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

We encourage authentic responses to demonstrate your experience and approach rather than relying on Generative Al tools to write your cover letter or any questions in the application may use Al Decoders as part of the review process and if answers match to a high extent that may be factored into the review.

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