Simon Driver
Research Director
Full Service Market Research
Team:
Foxlow Edge
Pronouns:
He/Him
Key skills:
- Complex mixed-method approaches
- Longitudinal research programmes
- Large-scale quantitative trackers
- Behavioural science
- Engaging with hard-to-reach groups
Hello, I'm
Simon
Simon has over 20 years’ experience in market research and joined DJS Research as a Research Director in 2017. He brings extensive experience across both public and private sectors, with a particular focus on sport and physical activity, utilities, financial services, and crime and policing.
After graduating with a BA in Human Geography, Simon began his research career in 2005 at RBA Research in Leeds. In 2007 he joined Future Thinking in London, where he specialised in the sports sector, working with clients including Sport England, UK Sport, British Rowing, English Federation of Disability Sport, Zwift, and the English Institute of Sport. He has a passion for sport and has helped these organisations use insight to support increased participation in sport and exercise in the UK.
In the utilities sector, Simon has conducted research to help energy providers improve customer satisfaction, reduce churn, and develop new services. He has also worked with public sector bodies including CCWater, Ofwat, and Ofgem. Other recent projects include work for TfL, Capita, Carbon Trust, BT, and the Met Office.
Simon has built strong client relationships and works closely with them to deliver impactful and actionable research programmes. He is a strong communicator and enjoys exploring innovative ways of presenting findings and embedding insights within organisations.
Outside of work, Simon is a keen Huddersfield Town fan and can regularly be seen looking miserable after yet another defeat.
