Senior Behavioural Scientist
A highly skilled Behavioural Scientist is required to lead and manage complex projects, applying advanced behavioural science frameworks and principles to drive real-world impact.
About the Role
This is a pivotal role in our company's growth, requiring a talented individual to oversee project delivery, mentor junior team members, and contribute to business growth through client engagement and thought leadership.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage complex behavioural science projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with defined outcomes, objectives, and timelines.
* Apply advanced behavioural models and frameworks to conduct research and develop actionable strategies and interventions.
* Empirically test hypotheses and interventions to ensure that our strategies and solutions are not just theoretically sound but are capable of adding meaningful value in the real world.
* Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, effectively communicating complex behavioural insights in an accessible manner.
* Contribute to business growth by fostering long-term relationships with existing and prospective clients, identifying new business opportunities, and promoting the business through thought leadership.
* Stay abreast of the latest developments in behavioural science, contributing to the company knowledge base through research, writing thought pieces, and participating in professional forums.
Requirements
* Postgraduate Degree or equivalent in Applied Behavioural Science, Behavioural Economics or related field.
* Minimum of 4 years' experience in a commercial setting, ideally in a consultancy with involvement in various aspects of consultancy work.
* Proven track record of leading successful behavioural science projects with evidence of client engagement and retention.
* Demonstrable experience in applying behavioural science principles in campaigns, communications, interventions, and strategies.
* Strong expertise in applying behavioural science principles and frameworks to intervention design.
* In-depth knowledge of nudge theory and practice and the ability to understand relevance of contextual moderators and the challenges in scaling or replicating solutions.
* Agile project management experience with proven ability to work to deadlines, meet targets, and deliver high-quality outputs within scope.
* Ability to explain and present complex theoretical and scientific concepts in simple terms appropriate to the audience.
* Extensive experience in designing, facilitating, and implementing workshops.
* Ability to write clearly and concisely and ensure that messages have been understood and received.
* Proven experience in direct line management, including leading teams, driving performance, and mentoring junior and mid-level colleagues to achieve personal growth.
* Proven ability to provide specialist advice to influence decision making and to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to influence outcomes such as services and delivery.
Desirable Experience
* Ability to guide analysis of large datasets.
* Project management qualifications such as APMG Agile or PRINCE2.
* Familiarity with project management tools such as Avaza or similar.
* Experience of both private and public sector clients.
* Research methods qualifications.
* Competency in statistical analysis software (R, Stata, SPSS).
* Able to develop a strategy and identify gaps and weaknesses.
* Experience in designing research and evidence gathering to inform behavioural interventions and in evaluating the impact of behavioural interventions.
Benefits
* Hybrid working: flexible working arrangements to reduce work commute and improve work-life balance.
* Generous time-off: competitive annual leave package of 33 days (inclusive of public holidays), increasing to 38 days after 3 years of service.
* Secure your future: contributory pension scheme.
* Inclusive culture: workplace that celebrates diversity from all backgrounds.
* Prioritising your wellbeing: investment in physical and mental wellbeing, including annual mental health and volunteer days.
* Meaningful impact: contributing to meaningful change and outcomes that shape a better future for everyone.
* Private healthcare for peace of mind: top-tier medical care when needed.
* Monthly flex day: flexibility for personal commitments without using annual leave.