Sensory Consumer Science Researcher

The Role

At Imperial Brands, we’re an inclusive, innovative global FMCG business powered by 25,000 people worldwide. Our Sensory & Consumer Science (SCS) team plays a vital role in applying science‑led insight to shape products and drive innovation, and we’re now looking for a Sensory and Consumer Science Researcher to join our Liverpool‑based team.

Principle Accountabilities

• Translate consumer insight and data into clear, actionable recommendations that deliver measurable business value.
• Design, manage and execute qualitative and quantitative research to generate new and insightful consumer understanding across categories.
• Communicate findings clearly and confidently to consumers, peers and senior stakeholders through well‑designed reports and presentations.
• Work collaboratively with the Sensory and Consumer Science team and wider multi‑disciplinary project teams to apply relevant and forward‑thinking research methods.
• Act as a key point of contact for Next Generation Product research, proactively managing research requirements and priorities.
• Demonstrate strong curiosity for consumer behaviour, with an active interest in AI and emerging approaches to support capability development.

Skills and Experience Required

• BSc or equivalent qualification in a human sciences discipline (e.g. Psychology, Social Science or related field)
• Strong project planning and management skills, with the ability to deliver against multiple priorities
• Proven statistical analysis skills, with experience interpreting and communicating data insights
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, demonstrating a strong bias for action
• Effective at building and maintaining strong relationships with internal stakeholders and third‑party providers
• Highly competent in PowerPoint storytelling, with confidence presenting research and data to varied audiences

What We Offer

In return for playing your part in building our future, you will receive a comprehensive compensation package with salary, bonus scheme and further benefits as well inspiring places to work and collaborate with purpose. Here at Imperial we will give you the opportunity to grow and learn, innovate at pace and be a part of our purpose to forge a path to a healthier future for moments of relaxation and pleasure for our consumers.

Everyone Belongs

Everyone belongs in Imperial. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. We give fair and equal consideration to all our applicants. Please contact us at recruitment@impbrands.com to let us know if we can provide support in helping you complete an application and/or attend an interview.

About Us

We're a truly international company, fourth largest in our industry and operating across 120 markets. An inclusive, innovative global FMCG business supported by 25,000 employees. As we embrace a new era of growth, we are transforming. Our ways of working and culture are driven by a challenger mindset, constantly questioning the status quo where people can bring their best selves to work. Our agility and collaboration are driving our ambitions, innovation and success all supported by our award-winning development programmes that creates exciting and rewarding career opportunities for all.  Encouraging inclusion at local levels and supporting a developing and robust diversity agenda globally, we’re fully committed to creating and maintaining an environment that celebrates and respects difference.

As a matter of policy, Imperial Tobacco or its subsidiaries never requests or requires payment as part of any recruitment process.

Everyone Belongs