Senior Research Executive (RPM UK)

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