Specialist - Incident Management

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Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IND
Hybrid
Mid level
Big Data • Information Technology
The world's leading consumer intelligence company.​
The Role
Lead end-to-end major IT incident response, coordinate cross-functional recovery actions, communicate with stakeholders, enforce SLAs and incident processes, drive post-incident problem management, monitor trends, and provide 24/7 rotating shift coverage.
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Company Description

NielsenIQ (NIQ) is a leader in data-driven solutions, partnering with the world’s largest brands to deliver insights that drive strategic decisions. With a global presence and deep expertise in analytics and technology, we ensure that companies stay ahead in a constantly changing marketplace. Our mission extends beyond understanding consumer behaviour; it also includes refining and optimizing our internal systems that support the NIQ company operations worldwide.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced IT Major Incident Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments and are passionate about driving rapid resolution to critical IT incidents.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the end-to-end management of major IT incidents, from initial inception to resolution
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to implement effective recovery actions
  • Maintain clear, concise, and timely communication with stakeholders, leadership and impacted users throughout the incident
  • Ensure adherence to incident management processes and SLAs
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of incident management processes and documentation
  • Escalate incidents appropriately and engage senior leadership when required
  • Monitor incident trends and proactively identify potential risks or recurring issues
  • Ensure accurate incident records and timelines are maintained
  • Collaborate with Problem Management to drive long-term fixes and reduce repeat incidents
  • Participate in a rotating shift schedule, including night shifts and weekend cover, to provide 24/7 incident coverage

 

    Qualifications

    • 3 to 5 years of experience in IT incident management
    • Proven ability to lead and manage high-impact incidents in a fast-paced environment
    • Experience in OpsGenie/PagerDuty, ServiceNow
    • Comfortable working in a distributed team with flexible hours
    • Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure, especially during critical outages
    • Understanding of ITIL processes, particularly Incident and Problem Management
    • Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
    • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
    • Experience with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow or similar platforms

    Additional Information

    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

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    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

    • 3 to 5 years of experience in IT incident management
    • Proven ability to lead and manage high-impact incidents
    • Experience with OpsGenie or PagerDuty
    • Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms
    • Understanding of ITIL incident and problem management processes
    • Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
    • Ability to remain calm under pressure and manage multiple priorities
    • Willingness to participate in rotating shifts including nights and weekends for 24/7 coverage
    • Comfortable working in a distributed team with flexible hours

    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.

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    The Company
    HQ: Chicago, IL
    40,000 Employees
    Year Founded: 1923

    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.

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