Senior Insight Director

The Senior Insights Director sits within the Global Research and Insight team and will work closely with the Global Strategy and Account teams in Carat, Dentsu X and iProspect.  This role will lead client insight projects internally and directly with clients, create content for pitches and thought leadership as well as developing insight solutions and best practice that can be scaled across our network. 

We work in a fast-paced environment, and therefore applicants will need to be comfortable picking up quick turn-around projects and being able to prioritise work in order to deliver best in class analysis and insights. 

We are looking for someone creative who can think outside the box right from planning a research programme through to analysis and delivery of the insights and new solutions that will provide maximum client business impact. The new approaches developed could be through repackaging current deliverables and/or via new techniques and methodologies. We are looking for someone that has experience in cultural insights, strong critical thinking when it comes to using AI solutions and is a strong storyteller.  

Key Accountabilities

• Direct client facing work, liaising with CMI Teams and representing insight in current client and new business presentations. 

• With a focus on research, insight, evaluation, and performance you will be proactive in managing and developing relationships directly with our clients and stakeholders 

• Ensuring that the Global Strategy Team are fully supported in all cross sell and upsell, client discussions on insight, research, and communications measurement. 

• Support Dentsu Media teams in the markets with relevant knowledge about, and application of Global Research projects and tools.  This includes proactively engaging this community   

• Design and delivery of multi-market research and insight to support new business pitches 

• Development and delivery of thought leadership pieces with support from strategy and marketing 

• Roll out of Research & Insight products for the global teams and across the network from conception to delivery 

 Professional Skills

• This is a client facing role so we are looking for someone comfortable to develop direct relationship with clients.  

• Ability to design research solutions and be creative with a variety of different data sets (including digital) and methodologies 

• Exposure and experience using AI solutions – imperative critical thinking  

• Experience and keen interest in cultural insights and cultural intelligence 

• Strong story telling skills and strong creativity when it comes to data mining  

• Proven history in media, communications and generating consumer insights 

• A good understanding of the wider aspects of commercial marketing and business 

• Ability to generate professional client relationships and gain trust at the highest level 

• High quality presentation skills and strategic selling skills 

• Good project management skills and ability 

• Highly collaborative, able to develop teams and work across countries and disciplines 

• Interest in popular culture and innovation 

Working with us

Joining dentsu international, you’ll join a team of 46,000 people.  It’s an opportunity to produce career-defining work. Along the way, you’ll team up with inspiring colleagues and encounter a richness of clients, cultures and experiences.   We offer exciting challenges, memorable experiences and opportunities to shape your future.   

Inclusion and Diversity

At Dentsu, we embrace diversity and inclusion, valuing the unique perspectives and contributions of every individual. We believe that diversity fuels creativity and innovation, benefiting our employees, partners, and communities.

We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Beyond recruitment, we strive to create an environment where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work.

We recognize the importance of work-life balance and are open to discussing flexible working arrangements for all roles. If you need reasonable adjustments due to a disability or medical condition during our recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected], quoting the reference number of the role that you are applying for. Your needs will be handled with respect and confidentiality to ensure an inclusive and accessible experience.