Senior Research Executive

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES To manage and deliver complex projects through your project team, design, set up and management of leading-edge research. To carry out account management activities through managing of existing client relationships and looking for new opportunities and, To manage and coach our people. Manage all aspects of running a complex job and higher value work Ensure job profitability is achieved to meet the business expectations and instill this in others Carry out tasks displaying well-developed research skills, knowledge and thought Write complex proposals that meet and where possible exceed the brief requirements Accurate analysis and interpretation of data, providing strong recommendations Direct and design analysis plans and develop new models and approaches (qualitative research only) Conduct workshops and creativity sessions displaying a high level of competence in advanced techniques and provide instant debriefs with recommendations. Challenge and modify client discussion guides, design own projective/enabling techniques and demonstrate a high level of competence in an industry specialist are (qualitative research only) Participate and show pro-activeness in new business generation; new contracts, calls and seeking opportunities (client-facing stream) Account Management, client contact to consist of project-related, relationship building and seeking repeat business discussions; measure to be set through review process Display specialist knowledge of a market and share this with others Demonstrate strong supervisory skills; i.e. project delegation, time management, day-to-day feedback on performance and behavior, conduct performance reviews. Ensure the project team is properly utilized Keep abreast of current trends within market research, in order to develop personal skills/knowledge base Keenness to learn and proactive self-development and development of others Assist with recruitment of junior staff COMPETENCIES Self-Management Project Management Communication Collaboration Client Focus Knowledge & Expertise Adaptability & Learning Agility BACKGROUND Experience: At least 5 years of strong Market Research Experience and good application of knowledge Solid experience in questionnaire design, table specifications and project management Understand and use statistical analysis Selling of research projects and capabilities Experience in relevant industry sectors is an advantage. SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities. Effective time management and organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel. Detail-oriented with strong quality control capabilities. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently and collaboratively. Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Psychology, Statistics, Social Sciences, or a related field.