Consumer Technical Insights Lead

• Consumer Technical Insights Lead
• Global client-side role
• UK or Germany based
• Hybrid with flexible working, including remote options
• Salary: £90,000–£100,000
• Excellent benefits and bonus scheme

The Client

We are working with a global business and leading innovator in the consumer space , with a portfolio of much-loved brands and a long-term ambition to make a positive difference to people and the planet.

The business prides itself on a culture built around purpose, responsibility, mutuality, efficiency and innovation , with a strong focus on collaboration, continuous learning and challenging conventional thinking.

This is an organisation that places science, innovation and consumer understanding at the heart of its growth strategy, offering the opportunity to work in a genuinely global and highly collaborative environment.

The Role

We’re looking for a senior technical leader in consumer and sensory science to shape the future of consumer understanding and product experience across a global organisation.

You’ll lead the evolution of sensory, quantitative and qualitative research capabilities , introducing new methods, strengthening standards and driving best practice. You’ll also build technical capability through coaching, training and talent development .

Working across global and regional teams, you’ll influence R&D, innovation, marketing and consumer insights, bringing fresh thinking and emerging technologies into the organisation. You’ll also build external networks and represent the business within the wider consumer science community.

The Requirements

We’re looking for an experienced consumer or sensory science leader with strong technical expertise and the credibility to influence at a senior level.

You’ll ideally have:

• Strong technical expertise across consumer and sensory science
• Strong quantitative research and statistical expertise; qualitative experience desirable.
• Experience building capabilities, standards and frameworks across complex/global organisations.
• A track record of influencing, coaching and developing technical talent .
• The confidence to inspire change and communicate complex science to senior and non-technical audiences.
• A relevant degree or equivalent experience in consumer science, sensory science, research or a related discipline.
• Fluent English; additional languages advantageous.

This is an exciting opportunity to take a global leadership role in shaping the future of consumer science , working with a purpose-driven business and some of the world's most recognised consumer brands.

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Please apply for next steps. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and actively seek to embrace diversity across age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion, and sex.

For successful applicants, a recruitment consultant will be in touch via email to schedule a briefing call. We will explain the role in more detail and share the company details before creating a formal application.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.