We think big. And act bigger. Stay versatile and interconnected. We approach everything with an inventive spirit and rigorous mindset. Individually we’re great, but as a team we’re unstoppable. Together, we seek out opportunities, frame problems and solve complex challenges. Our collective brilliance exposes breakthroughs. Our capability unleashes creativity. We pursue a new perspective and deliver a new kind of ROI.

Zenith Global are the central team, primarily based in London, supporting our local Zenith markets, leading new business efforts, developing thought-leadership, and driving network development for our 250 offices across 95 countries with over 8,000 staff worldwide.

 
We house a large team of multi-faceted communications planners, digital and innovation specialists and client leadership teams. Our global client portfolio comprises a range of category leaders including Reckitt, TikTok, Edrington, Coty, Electrolux and Nestlé.

Our Commitment
We believe that fostering an inclusive culture where all talent can thrive makes our company stronger and helps drive innovation in the work we do for our clients. We also believe it creates a greater ideas exchange that best reflects diverse consumer experiences. 

We are committed to encouraging our talent to participate in Publicis Groupe’s wide variety of talent engagement and inclusion programming, which includes professional development experiences and participation in the company’s many business resource groups. These include VivaWomen!, Égalité, MOCA (Men Of Colour Alliance) and more than a dozen others that are thriving across our network.

Through advocacy, education and inclusion we foster greater collaboration among our people, which in turn inspires work that provides better experiences for our clients and their consumers.
 

Are you a Research Director who can make strategic research decisions with minimal input from superiors and someone who demonstrates an ability to plan, prioritise and execute these decisions both independently and with others?

As the Research Director  you will be continuously thinking strategically about, and working on, new business, in terms of growing existing client’s scope, as well as developing new leads. This will entail understanding and interpreting client research briefs and putting forward well-thought-out and eloquent proposals that can be presented at a senior level with confidence.

As part of the Business Intelligence team (BIU), you will be expected to actively work with other specialisms (Data Science & Strategy), to understand and present data as effectively and insightfully as possible, leveraging our combined skillsets.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• International Quantitative/Qualitative research 
• Experience leading research teams
• Excellent Communication skills

Platforms – Advanced Understanding and User Experience Required.

• GWI
• TGI
• Statista
• Nielsen
• Mintel
• WARC
• YouGov / Brand Index
• IPSOS
• TELMAR
• SimilarWeb

If this sounds like a role that would suit you please click the link and apply, or email me on [email protected] 

Zenith Global has fantastic benefits on offer to all of our employees. In addition to the classics, Pension, Life Assurance, Private Medical and Income Protection Plans we also offer;

• WORK YOUR WORLD opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis office, for up to 6 weeks a year.
• REFLECTION DAYS - Two additional days of paid leave to step away from your usual day-to-day work and create time to focus on your well-being and self-care.
• HELP@HAND BENEFITS 24/7 helpline to support you on a personal and professional level. Access to remote GPs, mental health support and CBT. Wellbeing content and lifestyle coaching.
• FAMILY FRIENDLY POLICIES We provide 26 weeks of full pay for the following family milestones: Maternity. Adoption, Surrogacy and Shared Parental Leave.
• FLEXIBLE WORKING, BANK HOLIDAY SWAP & BIRTHDAY DAY OFF You are entitled to an additional day off for your birthday, from your first day of employment.
• GREAT LOCAL DISCOUNTS This includes membership discounts with Soho Friends, local restaurants and retailers in Westfield White City and Television Centre.

Full details of our benefits will be shared when you join us!

Publicis Groupe operates a hybrid working pattern with full time employees being office-based three days during the working week. 

We are supportive of all candidates and are committed to providing a fair assessment process. If you have any circumstances (such as neurodiversity, physical or mental impairments or a medical condition) that may affect your assessment, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner. We will discuss possible adjustments to ensure fairness. Rest assured, disclosing this information will not impact your treatment in our process.

Please make sure you check out the Publicis Career Page which showcases our Inclusive Benefits and our EAG’s (Employee Action Groups).

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