Job Description
Market Research Specialist (Contract - 3 Months) Hybrid | Immediate Start | High-Impact Project SF Recruitment are proud to be working exclusively with a forward thinking organisation on a time sensitive, high impact market research project within the healthcare space. This is a genuine opportunity to lead a focused piece of work that will directly shape future service delivery at scale, delivering insight that informs strategic commercial decisions and real world outcomes. The OpportunityYou'll take ownership of a market research programme exploring supplier capability, market readiness, and potential innovative solutions in a specialist healthcare area. Working closely with senior commercial stakeholders, you'll:
* Map the supplier landscape and assess capability, capacity and agility
* Test how services could be mobilised quickly and effectively when required
* Move from initial scoping through to deeper market engagement
* Translate research findings into clear recommendations that inform strategy
* This is a hands on role where you own delivery end-to-end, combining strategic thinking with practical execution.
What You'll Be Doing
* Designing and delivering a robust market research approach in collaboration with senior stakeholders
* Mapping and analysing the supplier landscape
* Leading supplier engagement, including recruitment, communication and relationship management
* Facilitating qualitative research such as interviews, focus groups and workshops
* Designing and administering surveys to support structured data collection
* Analysing findings and converting insight into actionable recommendations
* Producing high-quality reports to inform procurement and strategic decision-making
* Managing timelines and delivering to a high standard within a fast-paced environment
What We're Looking For
* Proven experience in a market research role (agency, consultancy or in-house)
* Strong end-to-end research expertise - from design through to insight delivery
* Experience managing both qualitative and quantitative research projects
* Confident facilitator with experience running interviews and workshops
* Strong stakeholder management skills - able to engage and influence at all levels
* Highly organised, self-driven and able to work independently
* Strong analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail
* Experience with tools such as Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, SmartSurvey or NVivo
Desirable: Experience working within healthcare or regulated environmentsWhy This Role?
* Work on a meaningful project with tangible impact
* High autonomy and ownership
* Direct exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making
* Fast-paced assignment with clear outcomes and visibility
Key Details
* 3-month contract
* Full-time, Hybrid working
* Immediate start
* Day rate to be discussed with suitable candidates during initial conversation
* Travel required for supplier engagement meetings
If you're an experienced researcher who enjoys taking ownership and delivering impactful insights under tight timelines, we'd love to hear from you.