The Role
Run and quote small market-research projects, design questionnaires and discussion guides, moderate basic groups, analyse and report findings, manage project finances, maintain client relationships, and apply quality procedures while developing research skills.
Summary Generated by Built In
OUTPUTS/ACCOUNTABILITY
- Provide quotes for and run small projects; know the ropes
- Demonstrate awareness of the financial status of jobs and the impact of one’s actions on profitability (budget vs. spend)
- Takes control of one’s job problems and standard of work, seeking assistance as required
- Work the data; check simple data accurately and make logical recommendations
- Draft basic proposals, reports and presentations, displaying appropriate knowledge for experience level
- Interpret group findings on basic projects, draw conclusions and write reports from charted analysis
- Take notes for senior moderators, moderate basic groups competently and contribute to group debriefings. Start to use projective and
- Other advanced techniques and design a competent and fluent discussion guide for most projects
- Maintain client relationships by liaising effectively with clients on project-related information and progress updates/preparing weekly reports; measure to be set through review process (guideline target – 20% of time)
- Learn and demonstrate high standards of client service
- Abide by the quality excellence procedures and apply them effectively
- Develop product knowledge and champion it
- Keep abreast of current trends within market research, in order to develop personal skills/knowledge base
- Keenness to learn and proactive about self-development and development of others
COMPETENCIES
- Self-Management
- Communication
- Working Together
- Client Focus
- Knowledge & Expertise
- Flexibility
RELEVANT TRAINING
- Market Research Fundamentals
- Variety of on-the-job exposure, projects, clients, business activities and managers
RELATIONSHIPS
- Effective interface with Operations and Corporate departments and external suppliers
- Promote teamwork in the business area, Division and across Ipsos
- Refer to manager for research advice
- Behave in a manner that displays professionalism, integrity and corporate citizenship at all times
DEVELOPMENT
- Develop a good breadth of experience of different research techniques and types of clients
- Confidence and demonstrated capabilities in applying different tools, techniques and approaches
BACKGROUND
Experience:
- Previous market research exposure an advantage
- Knowledge of basic statistics an advantage
- Experience in questionnaire design, table specifications and project management essential for established positions
Skills/Knowledge:
- Good communication skills, written and oral
- Sound problem-solving skills
- Able to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
- Exceptional time management skills
- Good data preparation skills
- Good client service skills
- Able to build strong links with the rest of the business
- Proactive / Self-motivated
- Able to work effectively in a team and independently
Qualifications:
- Degree in Business, Social Science, Statistics or related studies
About UsIpsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we are proud of our continuous efforts in making Ipsos the best place to work!
Skills Required
- Experience in questionnaire design
- Experience in table specifications
- Experience in project management
- Degree in Business, Social Science, Statistics or related studies
- Good communication skills, written and oral
- Sound problem-solving skills
- Able to work under pressure and meet aggressive deadlines
- Exceptional time management skills
- Good data preparation skills
- Good client service skills
- Proactive / Self-motivated
- Able to work effectively in a team and independently
- Previous market research exposure
- Knowledge of basic statistics
Ipsos Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Ipsos and has not been reviewed or approved by Ipsos.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off policies include generous vacation allowances, paid sick time, volunteer days, Summer Fridays, and an extra birthday day in some regions. Allowances in some markets increase with tenure and include options to buy or sell holiday time.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans multiple medical plans, dental and vision care, an Employee Assistance Program, and employer-funded income protection and life assurance in certain regions. Private medical coverage is offered for some levels, alongside mental health support resources.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available across regions, with multi-month options and equal maternity and paternity leave in the UK. Flexible working approaches and family-friendly policies are emphasized.
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What We Do
In our world of rapid change, the need for reliable information to make confident decisions has never been greater. At Ipsos we believe our clients need more than a data supplier, they need a partner who can produce accurate and relevant information and turn it into actionable truth. This is why our passionately curious experts not only provide the most precise measurement, but shape it to provide True Understanding of Society, Markets and People. To do this we use the best of science, technology and know-how and apply the principles of security, simplicity, speed and substance to everything we do. So that our clients can act faster, smarter and bolder. Ultimately, success comes down to a simple truth: YOU ACT BETTER WHEN YOU ARE SURE First listed on the Paris Stock Exchange: July 1, 1999 Total revenues in 2019: 2,003.3 million euros
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