Director (6 Month FTC) | Wealth, Research & Consulting | London, UK

Join the Wealth team and collaborate with world-renowned luxury brands and financial institutions, shaping client strategies and truly make an impact by connecting with exclusive, high-value audiences.

We are looking to recruit an experienced Director on a 6 month Fixed-Term Contract.

This role is suitable to a candidate who has worked in the Wealth/HNWI sector within a research agency setting for a number of years.

About Us:

Savanta is a leading data, market research and advisory company helping the world's leading brands make better decisions, faster. With over 500 people across offices in multiple countries, we combine deep research expertise, proprietary technology and high-impact consulting to give our clients a complete view of their markets, their customers and their competitors.

About the Role:

The Wealth team specialises in quantitative & mixed method research with wealthy audiences across different categories, with particular focus on luxury and wealth management sectors.

Working with some of the most prestigious brands in the world from famous fashion houses, supercars to private banks, etc. We are trusted partners to our clients, advising them on how to engage, understand and access these niche and valuable audiences and this role offers the opportunity to support clients in a truly consultative manner.

This is a hands-on role in the delivery of high-quality quantitative & mixed method projects, applying your knowledge, expertise, and analytical skills to support clients in better decision-making.

About You:

You have strong expertise in quantitative & mixed method research methodologies, and success in this role will also require expert working knowledge of luxury and wealth management sectors.

To fulfil the delivering of high-quality end-to-end primary research projects while being a trusted advisor to clients, the ideal candidate should also have solid expertise in a research capacity and demonstrate a track record of:

• A deep knowledge and experience of conducting core quantitative methodologies and open to embracing new ones (e.g. AI).


• Developing innovative solutions to client briefs and writing proposals for qualitative research projects.


• Ability to design research materials and approaches tailored to diverse client needs.


• Identifying new opportunities and revenue streams, leveraging technology for sustainable partnerships.

• Excellent client relationship management skills; able to articulate and present insights clearly.


• The confidence to challenge established practices, introduce new ideas, and champion technology adoption.


• Natural curiosity and appetite for continuous learning and professional development.


• Strong organisational skills to manage concurrent demands and project timelines.


• Experience mentoring and developing junior colleagues.

Also comfortable or open to learning how to use a range of Tech platforms.

You will thrive in working in a fast-paced environment, being able to work autonomously whilst also providing support and leadership for others in the team.

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And in return, Savanta offers:

• Base Salary Range: £60,000 - £75,000 (per annum)


• Commission-based incentive scheme


• Unlimited annual leave


• Hybrid working


• Flexible working practices


• Ongoing Training & Development


• Health & Wellbeing package


• Financial Health (pension, life assurance, etc.)


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Team & Company Socials


• Committees for Health & Well Being, Charities & Volunteering and DE&I

Why Join Us:

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.

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. 

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, unfortunately 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 process. We 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.

For information on how Savanta uses your data, please see https://savanta.com/about/careers/job-opportunities.