• Ipsos
  • Research Executive

Research Executive

PURPOSE

  • To support the Healthcare Business Unit in gaining an accurate and deep understanding of persons, brands, and markets to help clients make strategic business decisions.
  • To execute small research projects efficiently while mastering the fundamental "ropes" of the market research industry.
  • To deliver actionable insights through data analysis and report writing while ensuring project profitability.


ENVIRONMENT
Joining Ipsos means developing your career in the very top tier of research. With 16,600 people employed in 90 countries, we are one of the largest and best-known research companies. If you’re interested in keeping company with some of the most naturally curious researchers and making an impact to the best local and global brands, we invite you to join us. 
As a curious and intuitive individual, an enthusiastic professional with a passion for creating knowledge, at Ipsos you will be fully dedicated to finding the best solutions for our clients. At Ipsos we foster an environment that is entrepreneurial and forward-thinking. We attract and hire innovative people with inquiring minds who possess drive, intelligence, and enthusiasm. Working at Ipsos is dynamic and challenging; never a dull moment!

OUTPUTS/ACCOUNTABILITY

  • Project Execution: Provide quotes for and run small projects; demonstrate full ownership of job problems and work standards.
  • Financial Management: Maintain awareness of the financial status of jobs and the impact of personal actions on profitability (budget vs. spend).
  • Data Analysis: Work the data effectively; check simple data accurately and formulate logical recommendations.
  • Reporting & Design: Draft basic proposals, reports, and presentations; design competent and fluent discussion guides for projects.
  • Qualitative Research (where applicable): Take notes for senior moderators, moderate basic groups competently, and contribute to group debriefings using projective and advanced techniques.
  • Client Management: Maintain client relationships by liaising effectively on project-related information and providing regular progress updates or weekly reports.
  • Quality & Standards: Abide by and effectively apply quality excellence procedures; learn and demonstrate high standards of client service.


COMPETENCIES

  • Self-Management
  • Communication (Written and Oral)
  • Working Together / Teamwork
  • Client Focus
  • Knowledge & Expertise
  • Flexibility and Adaptability
  • Accuracy and Precision


RELEVANT TRAINING

  • Market Research Methodologies (Qualitative & Quantitative)
  • Effective Presentation and Report Writing
  • Basic Statistics for Research


RELATIONSHIPS

  • Effective interface with senior moderators, client service teams, and operations.
  • Promote teamwork across the Healthcare Division and the wider Ipsos network.
  • Behave in a manner that displays professionalism, integrity, and corporate citizenship at all times.


DEVELOPMENT

  • Develop deep product knowledge and champion it within the team.
  • Keep abreast of current trends within the healthcare sector and market research industry to develop personal skills.
  • Demonstrate proactivity regarding self-development and the development of others.


BACKGROUND
Experience:

  • Previous market research exposure is considered a significant advantage.
  • Experience in questionnaire design and table specifications is essential for established positions.
  • Knowledge of basic statistics is preferred.


Skills/Knowledge:

  • Strong organizational and self-management skills.
  • Ability to interpret group findings and draw logical conclusions from charted analysis.
  • Keenness to learn and a proactive "can-do" attitude.
  • Strong communication skills for effective client liaison.


Qualifications:

  • Degree in Business, Social Science, Statistics, Healthcare/Science-related fields, or equivalent.