Head of Research

Head of Research for The Publishers Association

Client Details

The Publishers Association are the member organisation for UK publishing, representing companies of all sizes and specialisms. Their members produce digital and print books, research journals and educational resources across genres and subjects.

Description

The Publishers Association is looking to recruit an exceptional individual as Head of Research. The Head of Research role is responsible for leading, designing and delivering the ambitious research and statistics programme at the Publishers Association.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the Association's thought-leadership research projects internally and with external consultancies, political think tanks and other providers
• Running the day-to-day relationship with the external statistics providers specialising in the publishing market, including relating to the annual publication of the Publishers Association industry statistics
• Curating industry data for the Association on issues of topical interest, for example piracy, international trade or literacy rates, and overseeing quickfire surveys to support comms and public affairs activity
• Surveying the membership and collating statistical feedback on key issues of importance to publishers
• Responding to publisher queries for data and/or statistics on particular issues
• Presenting to the Publishers Association Council on issues relating to research and statistics
• Liaising, on behalf of the Publishers Association, with key officials at international bodies, government and devolved bodies (e.g. DCMS, HM Treasury and the Intellectual Property Office) on research and data

Profile

• Excellent research and numerical skills, including a background in delivering both quantitative and qualitative research
• A proven ability to work with statistics, either in previous roles or through educational qualifications
• Demonstrable understanding of the role of research and statistics in underpinning policy & public affairs asks
• Excellent written skills and ability to write briefings on key topics
• Strong project management and organisational skills - with ability to work to tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
• Good team player with ability to work collaboratively
• Good IT skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 package

Job Offer

£70,000 PA plus excellent benefits.