Data Solutions - Project Management - Team Lead

Job Details

Project Management - Team Lead 
Location: London, Millbank
Contract: Permanent, full time

About Verian

Verian works with clients around the world, providing evidence, insights and advisory services to inspire the next generation of public policy and programmes. We work at the intersection of data, technology, and human understanding. With permanent fully staffed offices in 17 countries, our 850 specialist consultants and researchers advise government departments, regulators, charities, and other public sector bodies to make the right decisions and improve people’s lives. 

In the United Kingdom, Verian is a leading social research research and advisory agency, delivering high-impact projects that shape public policy and drive social change. From behaviour change programmes to national statistics, we work across vary diverse sectors including education, health, crime, energy, and housing. 

About the Role

We’re looking for a Team Lead to supervise our Project Management (PM) team in our Data Solution department. In this role, you’ll ensure our social research projects are delivered on time, to specification, and within budget. You’ll oversee end-to-end project management, lead teams, manage client relationships, and take ownership of commercial performance. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on problem-solving, collaboration, and driving continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

• Lead social research projects: Manage complex social research studies from planning through delivery, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, budget and quality standards
• Client Relationship: Build strong client relationships, providing clarity on briefs and delivering high-quality outputs. Manage project finances, ensuring accurate reporting and commercial success
• Team management: Oversee and develop the project management team, foster strong client relationships, and translate client needs into effective project outcomes. Lead and develop the PM team, embedding clear ways of working, quality standards, and accountability
• Process and commercial oversight: Promote process optimization and automation, manage project finances for commercial success, and ensure accurate reporting

What You'll Bring

• Proven project management experience in a market research agency, ideally in social research
• Strong background in offline data collection and risk/time management
• Experience managing small teams and fostering high performance
• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Strong problem-solving mindset with a focus on solutions and quality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel

Why Join Us?

At Verian, you’ll work on impactful social research that influences public policy and improves lives. We offer a collaborative, supportive environment where your ideas for improvement are valued. We offer flexible working, a commitment to wellbeing, and genuine opportunities for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We’re happy to accommodate your needs throughout the recruitment process. At Verian, you’ll have the opportunity to grow professionally, and make a real difference.

Apply now and make your impact at Verian!