Jones (pictured left) was most recently research director for the consumer sector at YouGov, and previously spent eight years at Kantar, most recently as strategic insights director.

Quirk (pictured right) will lead MMR Research’s team in Oxfordshire, and previously worked at Kantar, most recently as commercial lead for its food service (out of home) panel company.

Judith Henderson, managing director for Europe, Middle East and Africa at MMR Research, said: “I am delighted that Phil and Simon, with their strong industry expertise, have taken on these critical responsibilities as we continue to expand our business.

“With Phil and Simon on board, we will continue to deliver for our clients across consumer and sensory research in the UK and beyond.”