Senior Research Executive

Job DescriptionABOUT THIS JOB  We won’t say we can predict the future, but our team of Market Research Analysts gets pretty close. This role combines data analysis and client consultation from the start, with plenty of room for growth. You find the stories behind scatter plots and help clients determine which products to launch. Your insights will influence decisions for some of today’s leading global companies. RESPONSIBILITIES  Managing clients and their respective projects custom research team in matters of market research based on experience in one or more sectors (Auto, financial services; media, telecom & technology, energy, etc.)  Reporting to a project lead, you will be responsible for the successful execution of customized quantitative studies, including project costing, questionnaire design, project management and execution, analysis and report writing.  Client Management  Managing clients and their respective projects from beginning to end, including making actionable recommendations to support key business objectives  Consistently exceeding client expectations from project inception through completion  Project Management  Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously, all in different design/analysis stages  Proactively anticipating, troubleshooting, overcoming, and/or escalating challenges to your project lead in a timely manner  Coordinating project task activities between your project team and internal support/operations team(s)  Consulting (Questionnaire Design, Analysis, Reporting & Writing)  Assist in the development of strong and captivating proposals to meet client needs, based on short research briefs and/or elaborate RFPs; including assisting with costing structure, methodological design, analytical framework, etc.  Designing questionnaires/focus group screeners/interview guides to meet the specific or unique client objectives  Synthesis and communication of both primary and secondary research findings into actionable insights according to the client’s objectives  Full reporting and analysis (via PowerPoint): Interpreting and analysing multivariate data, drawing insightful conclusions and providing recommendations, where applicable.  Provide "in office" research, administrative and operational support to senior staff  Be directly accountable for work conducted for their nominated clients in terms of analyses, charting, etc and perform quality checks on all reports for alignment to request, accuracy and correctness  A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOU Proactive. Able to influence and persuade. Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to analyse and interpret data in a challenging and insightful manner. Strong and articulate verbal and written communication skills. Efficient time management, ability to multi-task and detail-oriented. Displays maturity and creative problem-solving skills in handling crises. Recommend improvements in work processes within area of responsibility. Analyses and interprets financial information to ensure the achievement of business targets and early identification of issues/crisis.  QualificationsPostgraduate or MBA from a well-known institute 3+ years’ experience in Primary Quantitative Consumer Insights role Strong Client Focus and Proactiveness Working knowledge of statistics and multivariate analysis Working knowledge of research techniques and methodologies   Additional Information Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) About NIQ NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn  | Instagram  | Twitter  | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence.  All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the