Who we are
Joining Trajectory
We are always interested in meeting talented analysts who are looking for full or part-time work. We also offer internships throughout the year for graduates. If you are looking to gain experience in this sector or are already involved but looking for a move please contact Carolyn Macleish carolyn@trajectorypartnership.com
Katie Shearn
Katie@trajectorypartnership.com
Head of Research and Consultancy: Katie joined the Trajectory Partnership in May 2011. She is currently leading our work with Sun Life Direct and developing our 'future influencers' research strategy. Although Katie is a recent addition to the team she has worked with us on a freelance basis of projects including The Future of Mobile Advertising where she designed the live deliberative event for 80 Leaders in the UK advertising industry. Previously an Associate Director at Opinion Leader, Katie is very experienced in both the public and private sector. She works across both the consultancy and Glimpses Global Monitor subscription service at Trajectory.
Nicola Austin
Nicola@trajectorypartnership.com
Marketing Director: Nicola is responsible for our relationship with the United Nations World Tourism Organisation and all our sales and marketing acitivies. Prior to joining Trajectory Nicola was Marketing Director at Opinion Leader and before that the Future Foundation where she also headed up the consultancy division. Nicola is a regular conference speaker and so far this year has spoken at the Peach Network (Directors of Eating Out / Drinks chains) and the Financial Services Information Technology Network.
Tom Johnson
Analyst - Tom looks after the day to day running of the Glimpses service. He works closely with the Partners for clients including The United Nations World Tourism Organisation, O2 and McCann Erickson. Tom has a degree in English Literature from Exeter University and a Masters from Kings College London.
James Earle
James@trajectorypartnership.com
Analyst - James joined Trajectory in May 2011 after working in research and political affairs at the Maldives High Commission in London. He is responsible for analysis of key sections of our Glimpses Global Monitor Data and supports the bespoke consultancy team with projects for clients including the Musgrave Group and 23Red. He graduated in 2010 with a degree in Classics from Oxford University.
Sarah Morris
Sarah@Trajectorypartnership.com
Sarah has worked for many years in the trends, research and forecasting world. She is a long-standing colleague for many of us from our days at the Future Foundation and Opinion Leader. Sarah has a broad portfolio at Trajectory (contributing to projects, proof-reading content...) but you're most likely to come across her on the phone explaining why it would be well worth your while having a chat to us.
Carolyn MacLeish
Carolyn@trajectorypartnership.com
Carolyn joined Trajectory from Opinion Leader where she managed their panel of MP's, Business Leaders, Journalists and Media Figures. During that time she was also responsible for bespoke panel studies for primary health care trusts across ethnic minority and low income groups. Carolyn is a member of the Market Research Society, she has a background in recruitment and human resources.
Jo Dickinson
Finance – Jo is responsible for all accounting and finance issues. Having qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1998 she has worked with us for many years through spells at the Future Foundation and Opinion Leader. Please contact Jo directly with any queries.

