Senior Research Manager | Brands Division | New York, US

Savanta•New York, NY

2d•$80,000 - $90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Senior Research Manager to join our Brands Division in New York City. This is a hands‑on role where you’ll lead and deliver high‑quality quantitative and mixed-method research, working closely with clients to turn insight into action. Savanta is a data, market research and advisory company with teams in the UK, Americas, and APAC. Working with high-profile organizations and some of the world’s best-known brands, we Inform & Inspire our clients to Make Better Decisions through powerful data, empowering technology and high-impact consulting. Savanta is on a bold journey - transforming from a traditional market research firm into a tech-first, insights-driven leader. This position is ideally suited for candidates with several years’ experience in the Consumer or Financial Services sector within a Research Agency environment. This role will be based in our NYC office, with the expectation to be in the office 1-3 days a week. About the Role: This role requires substantial experience in market research within an agency environment, demonstrating a strong understanding of both quantitative and qualitative methodologies. As a Senior RM, you will play a hands-on role in delivering high-quality research projects, applying your knowledge, expertise, and analytical skills to support clients in making better decisions. You’ll manage multiple projects at once, taking day‑to‑day ownership of smaller studies while supporting senior leads on larger, more complex programmes. Over time, you’ll become a trusted, “go‑to” partner for your clients. This is a great chance to progress your career, gain valuable exposure to high profile clients and work across a varied client base delivering of high-quality quantitative and mixed methodology projects.

Requirements

You have significant agency experience using quantitative & qualitative market research methodologies and open to embracing new ones (e.g. AI).
You bring the ability to design a broad range of research materials and methodologies, ensuring each approach is tailored to meet the unique requirements of different clients.
Someone who’s naturally curious and proactive, able to work independently and juggle competing priorities effectively.
It’s important that you’re quick to spot opportunities for our clients and for Savanta, and that you feel comfortable recommending different approaches as the situation demands.
Your excellent client relationship management skills enable you to communicate and present insights with clarity, fostering strong partnerships.
In addition, you have valuable experience mentoring and supporting junior colleagues, helping them to develop and grow within the team.
As Savanta continues its journey from a traditional market research agency to a technology-led insights company, we hope you’ll bring a tech-first mindset and share our excitement for data-driven platforms.
We like people who ask questions, challenge the status quo, and care about making things better - for our clients, our team, and for yourself

Responsibilities

Lead project management on smaller research projects and support delivery on larger studies, with support from senior colleagues and input from junior executives.
Act as the day-to-day client contact, responding to requests and managing expectations
Design and draft all core research materials, such as questionnaires, discussion guides.
Analyse data and translate findings into clear, compelling insight and presentation decks.
Present debriefs and results to clients.
Mentor and support team members, fostering best practice and continual learning.
Manage small‑to‑medium client relationships with accountability for delivery and growth
Support new business meetings, proposals, and costing for smaller projects.