King will lead commercial strategy and support the company’s continued expansion, including helping to strengthen client relationships and growth across existing and new markets. 

Prior to MIS Group, King’s career in market research and commercial leadership included positions at Intelligent Insights Group and Kadence International.

Ross Cafferkey, founder and chief executive at Research Clever, said: “From our very first conversation, it was clear that Cécile naturally fits our company values, the way we want to work, and where we want to take the business next.

He continues: “We've reached a point in our growth where having the right commercial leadership is just as important as having the right operational foundations. As we continue to expand internationally, Cécile’s experience will ensure we keep growing in the right way. I’m really looking forward to seeing the impact she has across the team and with our clients.” 

The hire follows Research Clever’s appointment of operations director, Payal Jani, to the leadership team earlier in 2026.

Research Clever was founded three years ago and offers services including survey programming, data collection and data analysis.