Knowledge & Characteristics
- Strong understanding of customized market research methodologies, including Brand Health Tracking, CSAT, U&A, and B2B research.
- Familiarity with questionnaire design, sampling approaches, and end-to-end project lifecycle for adhoc studies.
- Ability to interpret consumer and business insights beyond FMCG, with exposure to sectors such as Automotive, EV, Industrial, or B2B domains preferred.
- Highly analytical with a storytelling mindset—able to convert data into clear, compelling narratives for clients.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and adaptable to fast-paced, ambiguous project environments.
- Strong ownership and accountability with a client-centric and consultative approach.
Skills & Abilities
- Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation, with strong command of MS word, PPT and Excel SPSS,
- Experience in survey design, data processing coordination, and insight generation for adhoc studies.
- Strong presentation and storytelling skills, with the ability to synthesize complex findings into actionable recommendations.
- Effective client and stakeholder management, including handling multiple projects and tight timelines.
- Solid project management skills—planning, execution, and quality control across research stages.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Experience in client presentation
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s and MBA / Master’s degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, Statistics, or related field. Engineering background will be added advantage
- 3–6 years of experience in custom market research, preferably handling Brand Health, CSAT, U&A, and B2B studies. Experience in market sizing will be added advantage
- Experience working with mainly Indian / MNC clients, global or multi-market clients and managing end-to-end research projects is preferred.
- Exposure to B2B or other non-FMCG sectors will be an added advantage.
Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/
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 https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion
Skills Required
- Bachelor's and MBA/Master's degree in Marketing, Business, Economics, Statistics, or related field
- 3-6 years of experience in custom market research, handling Brand Health, CSAT, U&A, and B2B studies
- Proficiency with MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel and SPSS
- Strong understanding of customized market research methodologies (Brand Health Tracking, CSAT, U&A, B2B research)
- Experience in questionnaire design, sampling approaches, and end-to-end project lifecycle for ad-hoc studies
- Experience in survey design, data processing coordination, and insight generation
- Strong presentation, storytelling, client and stakeholder management skills
- Experience working with Indian/MNC or global multi-market clients and managing end-to-end research projects
- Exposure to B2B or non-FMCG sectors (Automotive, EV, Industrial) and market sizing experience
- Engineering background (advantage)
NielsenIQ Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about NielsenIQ and has not been reviewed or approved by NielsenIQ.
-
Parental & Family Support — Public materials highlight paid parental leave in the U.S., with additional paid disability time for birth parents. Parental leave is positioned as a standout element of the package.
-
Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited or flexible PTO is referenced alongside paid holidays and sick leave, providing broad time-off options in many roles. Actual use can vary by team norms, but the formal breadth is notable.
-
Flexible Benefits — Work-from-home and hybrid arrangements are supported in many roles, with remote-friendly practices described across business lines. Flexibility is frequently positioned as a meaningful advantage.
NielsenIQ Insights
What We Do
NielsenIQ is the industry leader in global measurement and data analytics, and the most trusted source for retail and consumer intelligence. We deliver the complete truth to retailers, manufacturers, and our partners through our comprehensive data sets and powerful insights. We enable businesses to make critical decisions confidently, accelerating growth and optimizing performance.
Why Work With Us
We empower companies around the world to make bold decisions and transform their business with trusted data, solutions, and insights. Joining NielsenIQ means experiencing countless learning opportunities and gaining numerous pathways for growth.
Gallery
