Head of Consumer & Market Insight (Interim Contract)

Head of Consumer & Market Insight (Interim Contract)

Location: White City, London (Hybrid - 3 days office-based)
Contract Length: Up to 4 Months
Rate: £700 per day (Inside scope dependent on engagement model)
Start Date: ASAP

Lead Consumer Insight for One of the World's Most Recognised Brands

We're seeking an experienced Head of Consumer & Market Insight to join a leading global FMCG organisation on an interim basis. This is an outstanding opportunity for a senior insight professional to shape consumer strategy across high-profile beauty categories, influencing commercial decisions and driving growth through consumer-centric thinking.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will lead the delivery of actionable consumer, shopper and market insights that inform strategic decision-making across the UK & Ireland business.

The Opportunity

As Head of Consumer & Market Insight, you will:

Lead the consumer intelligence strategy across key beauty categories
Provide deep consumer, shopper and market understanding to support business growth
Analyse market trends, competitor activity and changing consumer behaviours
Translate complex data into clear commercial recommendations
Influence senior stakeholders through insight-led storytelling and evidence-based decision making
Identify growth opportunities through strategic consumer and market analysis
Support innovation, new product launches and category development initiatives
Drive consumer-centricity across multiple business functions
Ensure insights are effectively converted into business action and measurable outcomes

What We're Looking For

You'll be a highly credible insight leader with:

Essential Experience

Significant experience in Consumer Insights, Market Insight or Consumer Intelligence roles
Proven success applying insights within a fast-moving FMCG environment
Strong quantitative and qualitative research expertise
Excellent commercial awareness and business acumen
Experience influencing senior stakeholders and leadership teams
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret multiple data sources
Strong presentation and storytelling capabilities
Experience delivering complex projects within tight timelines
A proactive, solution-focused approach with excellent relationship-building skills

Ideal Background

FMCG, Beauty, Retail or Consumer Goods experience
Category, brand or shopper insight expertise
Experience working within matrix organisations
Strong understanding of digital consumer behaviour and evolving shopper journeys

What's on Offer?

Day rate of £650 - £750 per day
High-profile interim leadership assignment
Opportunity to shape strategy for globally recognised brands
Hybrid working model based in White City, London
Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
Immediate start availableIf you're an experienced consumer insight leader who can quickly add value, influence strategic decisions, and deliver meaningful commercial impact, we'd love to hear from you.

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