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Director of Insights - Caregiver Leave Cover

Globalwebindex

London 8/9/2026 Full-time
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&lt;div&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Weekly office requirement:&lt;/strong&gt; Weds - weekly &lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Employment type: &lt;/strong&gt;1 year maternity leave cover (November start date)&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Seniority level:&lt;/strong&gt; mid-senior&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;At GWI we’re always looking for extraordinary people who thrive on making an extraordinary impact. Right now we’re looking for a Director to oversee the Insight Services team based across our London, New York and Athens offices. If that’s you, and making a difference gets you out of bed in the morning, keep reading. It could be the start of something, well, extraordinary.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br&gt; &lt;h1&gt;Sounds great, what will I be doing? 🤔&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;p&gt;As our Director of Insight Services:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;You will be responsible for the insight function at GWI, leading four verticalised teams who are focused on uncovering data-driven narratives that shape how brands understand and engage their audiences. This team works across large-scale reporting projects, transforming GWI’s rich datasets into compelling insights, reports, and presentations that surface the unexpected and sharpen client strategy.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;You’ll also partner closely with Revenue teams, contributing to RFPs, client relationships and proposals to support a strong pipeline of new opportunities.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;A few things you’ll be responsible for:&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;Leading the global insight function - ensuring teams are crafting insights and analysis that are high-quality, accurate and inspire our clients&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Overseeing four verticalised teams, and directly line managing the lead of each vertical (Associate Director / Senior Insight Manager)&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Driving forward the insight team strategy, including meeting efficiency objectives and promoting a consultancy approach with clients&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Leading on RFPs and proposals to showcase GWI’s insight capabilities and ensure we hit our targets&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Working closely with Revenue teams across accounts, joining pitch calls, consulting with clients and recommending flexible approaches to pricing/packaging to ensure success&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Running presentations, meetings and workshops confidently&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Taking on external speaking opportunities, representing GWI and showcasing our insight capabilities&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Managing direct reports and ensuring they’re developing, learning and meeting their growth goals&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;br&gt;It’s also fun; shaking things up is what working for GWI is all about. You’ll need to be flexible, comfortable with continuous change, and working in a high-tempo environment.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br&gt; &lt;h1&gt;What do I need to bring with me? 🧳&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;p&gt;You’ll need to be able to demonstrate the core skills this role requires. Here’s what the team will be looking for in you:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 Proven experience managing projects and client relationships, and working closely with client-facing teams.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 A talent for data storytelling - translating numbers into narratives, and surfacing insights that challenge assumptions or reveal something new.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 Experience developing, shaping, and delivering on strategic objectives — from setting the direction to executing it.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 Experience managing budgets and cost bases, with a commercial eye for margin and resourcing efficiency&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 Exceptional attention to detail and a flair for writing clear, engaging content.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 Comfortable running presentations and meetings.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 Willingness to represent GWI and its research in front of clients.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 Experience at team and line management.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 Excellent organization, time management, and collaboration skills.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;👉 An ability to adapt quickly to changing business requirements, requests, and commercial team needs.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;br&gt;Equally important is attitude. We want people who think big (to make an impact), ask why (to find a better way), and show respect (to everyone, at every level, all the time). Those are our values, and they’re a big part of what we’re looking for in you.&lt;br&gt; &lt;h1&gt;Why Join Us&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;Be part of a close-knit global team which encourages innovation, thinking big and close collaboration.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Work with the biggest brands across the world.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Contribute to diverse projects that span multiple sectors and audiences.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Enjoy a fast-growth environment with opportunities to learn, grow and make a tangible impact.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;/div&gt; &lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h1&gt;What We Offer 🧘&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;p&gt;At GWI, you’ll find meaningful work, visible impact, and a culture that empowers you to do your best. Our package includes:&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;Time to recharge – 25 days’ annual leave, plus office closures over the holidays.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Health &amp;amp; wellbeing – Health cash plan, enhanced family benefits, carer days, and mental health support.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Financial benefits – Competitive salary, 4% pension matching, and recognition programs that celebrate success.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Flexibility &amp;amp; balance – Flexitime, early Friday finishes, hybrid and remote options, plus a “work from home” budget.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Career growth – Accredited learning, leadership development, and global career mobility.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;Community &amp;amp; impact – DE&amp;amp;I initiatives, volunteering opportunities, donation matching, and payroll giving.&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt; &lt;p&gt;Put all that together and GWI is the friendliest, most fulfilling place any of us has ever worked.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;h1&gt;Diversity, Equity &amp;amp; Inclusion 🫶&lt;/h1&gt; &lt;p&gt;Diversity is fundamental to who we are—as a data company and as a workplace. Our data reflects global realities, and so must our teams. We strive to build a workforce as diverse and inclusive as the insights we deliver.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;As a Disability Confident employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates and are committed to making adjustments throughout the hiring process—whether that&#39;s extra time, materials in advance or a different format, breaks, an adjusted interview format, assistive tools, or flexible scheduling. We&#39;re happy to discuss whatever would work best for you.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;We actively encourage applications from underrepresented and marginalised communities.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;At GWI, you&#39;ll find a place to contribute meaningfully, grow professionally, and belong fully.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;&lt;iframe src=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/embed/2g0akAyAlUU?si=dIgYyrKaAlNZK-NQ&quot; width=&quot;560&quot; height=&quot;314&quot;&gt;&lt;/iframe&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;#li-hybrid&lt;br&gt;#LI-VS1&lt;/p&gt;<p>Find more <a href="https://www.arbeitnow.co.uk/english-speaking-jobs">English Speaking Jobs in United Kingdom</a> on Arbeitnow</a>

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