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About the Role

We are looking for a Consultant Director (Mat Cover) to join our dynamic, ambitious and close-knit EMEA consultancy team. This role is pivotal in shaping Mindset’s consultancy offer in the key areas of Foresight & Innovation. Working with our existing high-value client relationships to develop innovative solutions for their business needs, as well as identifying new business opportunities that align with our long-term growth strategy.

Responsibilities

Own and direct the largest and most senior client relationships, constantly identifying potential growth opportunities for the Mindset business in EMEA
Work closely with Account Management & Sales teams to respond to client briefs and develop commercially viable research solutions, enabling us to deliver on financial KPI's and achieve operational excellence
Oversee and lead qualitative and/or quantitative primary and secondary research across a variety of methodologies, working with Consultants and Data Analysts to provide actionable trend forecasts that will benefit our clients' future business
Identify new methodologies and analysis frameworks that will ensure best in class consulting that consistently wins new business
Accountable for the relevancy and quality of the work delivered to clients, evaluating feedback to maintain and improve standards
Line management with responsibility for team(s). Responsible for oversight of the team’s performance, 1-1s and personal career development plans
Travel nationally and internationally to deliver high-value consulting projects to clients

Requirements

Agency experience is a must, demonstrating an understanding of the operational models that underpin commercial success for consultancy and the ability to implement a strategy for an organisation.
Proven experience working with clients in one or more of WGSN’s focus industries (Food & Drink, Fashion, Beauty, Interiors), and confident in delivering strategy to senior client stakeholders.
Proven experience of working in Trend Forecasting, Foresight and Innovation, and confident in translating macro and consumer trends into thought-provoking insight and strategy.
A strong understanding of the role data and analytics plays in commercial success, with an ability to direct data analysis and pinpoint trends that will impact the market.
A solution-minded approach, with experience in working across multiple research methodologies (qualitative and quantitative) to develop market-leading forecasts and strategic direction.
A critical thinker, able to consider both strategic and tactical implications.
Highly skilled verbal and written communicator.
Ability to lead project teams, prioritise workload, and support other members of team.
Comfortable and proficient in leading projects and initiatives across multi-functional teams and multiple time zones.
Proven experience of working in Forecasting and Foresight and confident in translating macro and consumer trends into thought-provoking insight across Innovation and Trend Frameworks, Speculative Futures and Design Strategy.
A strong background in Consulting, ideally within an agency environment, where you have led multiple, complex projects that blend qualitative and quantitative research to deliver exemplary solutions to your clients.
Highly commercial, an excellent strategist and a creative thought leader with an extensive knowledge of global trends, and the experience to assimilate client needs and challenges into world class consulting.

Skills

Trend Forecasting
Foresight
Innovation
Consulting
Qualitative research
Quantitative research
Data analysis
Strategic thinking
Commercial acumen
Client relationship management
Project leadership

Location

Work Type

Fixed-Term Contract
Full-time

Experience Level

Senior
Director

Benefits

25 days of holiday per year
Option to buy/ sell up to 5 days holiday
Pension
Life Assurance
Income Protection
Flexible benefits platform
Private Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Critical Illness cover
Employee assistance programme
Season ticket loans
Cycle to work scheme
Volunteering opportunities
Charitable giving options
Learning and development opportunities

About the Company

WGSN is the global authority on consumer trend forecasting.
We help brands around the world create the right products at the right time for tomorrow’s consumer.
Our values include being Everywhere, Future Focused, and Rigorous.
We are committed to supporting the environment and sustainability, striving to be net zero by 2030.
Recognising great performance is a key part of our culture.
We have a truly flexible working environment with a wide range of flexible, hybrid and agile-working arrangements.
Conversations about flexible working are actively encouraged.

Equal Opportunity

An inclusive culture is one of our key priorities. We want our people to truly be themselves and thrive.
We love having a diverse team of people who bring new ideas, different strengths and perspectives & reflect the global audience we work with.
We want to ensure everyone has the opportunity to perform their best when interviewing, so if you require any reasonable adjustments that would make you more comfortable during the process, please let us know so that we can do our best to support you.