Graduate Research Executive – Observer

Job title:

Graduate Research Executive – Observer

Company:

Ipsos

Job description

Job Description:Please note – a minimum of 2 days on-site in our Harrow (London) office is required for this position. Apply via link only.Observer is an entrepreneurial division, looking for highly talented individuals who are interested in being a part of a dynamic and energised team.Where questionnaire design expertise, multi-market management, data understanding & data delivery are fundamentals, our team of researchers provide unparalleled expertise with a clear focus on providing a true partnership for clients who require high level research support and seamless delivery.We work with clients across all industry sectors who typically conduct their own analysis. They rely on us to create and lead on winning programmes, to produce results in a clear, accessible format and to support them as they interpret the findings. This means that the Ipsos Observer Researchers work in close partnership with UK and global key accounts as well as smaller clients, on anything from Omnibus studies to large scale multi-mode programmes.What will I be doing?As a Graduate Research Executive, you’ll be encouraged to take responsibility from the outset – thrown straight into working on live projects for some of our clients. You will gain exposure to a variety of research approaches, whilst working alongside industry experts:

• Manage all aspects of project lifecycle, from initial set-up and scheduling, to liaising and negotiating with internal and external fieldwork suppliers, to delivery
• Join client briefing calls/meetings to understand a client’s objectives and advise on the most appropriate methodology and approach
• Be a point of contact for clients on project-related matters, taking a proactive approach to understand the client’s business and enhancing the relationship
• Develop questionnaires based on a client’s outline or objectives, challenge as required, advise on content and structure and best practice

What do I need to bring with me?

• Have a genuine interest in market research and a desire to develop your career within a leading research company
• Have the desire to build strong relationships with clients, with a commitment to excellent client service
• Have excellent hands-on project management skills
• Have strong time management and organisational skills, able to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and work well under pressure
• Good communication skills and the ability to tailor to suit the specific audience or message
• Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail with a desire to produce the best outputs possible – taking ownership of all tasks and ensure deliver

Along with…

• Be self-motivated and confident with the ability to work independently when required
• Be a positive thinker with a can-do, solutions-focused attitude
• Have a high level of numeracy and adept user of Word, Excel, PowerPoint with knowledge of SPSS/Survey Reporter beneficial
• The unrestricted right to work in the UK

What is in it for me?Our Generation Ipsos programme provides a comprehensive foundation in research and how it’s practically applied in a commercial environment. You’ll be trained in client management, project management and the nitty-gritty of research including methodologies, sampling, weighting and ethics. You’ll learn through real life, hands-on experience, webinars, seminars and specialist workshops.We’ll provide you with dedicated training designed to achieve the industry recognised Market Research Society (MRS) Advanced Certificate accreditation. Networking is a key skill so we have Early Careers events with other Graduates, Placement Students and Interns across the company.Having a flexible working culture where we support our colleagues and celebrate our successes is important to us. We invest our time in you and you’ll benefit from working alongside our expert teams. Your manager will help you set goals to achieve your personal objectives throughout the year and help you exceed these.And the fun stuff …

• 25 days’ holiday which increases over time to 30 days, plus an extra day for your birthday
• Annual summer and All Staff events
• Team socials, including Christmas parties
• Season ticket loan
• Future talent loan – an optional and interest-free loan of up to £1000 to help with any unexpected costs, so you can focus on having a great start to your career
• Option to work abroad for up to 6 weeks across a rolling 12-month period (with the relevant Right to Work within that country)
• A huge variety of benefits e.g. pension contributions, income protection, winter flu jabs, eye care vouchers, online and high street discounts
• Opportunity to participate in and benefit from participation in our multiple Diversity and Inclusion Belong groups, which bring together people with shared identities and interests to ensure that their voices are heard through the company and that Ipsos can continue to carry out research that is most representative of the UK and wider world today.

Those who are successful at the application stage will be progressed to a virtual interview. The final stage will be an assessment centre held at our Thomas More Square Office in May. Therefore, please ensure you apply ASAP to ensure you have a successful chance in the process!We are committed to equality, treating people fairly, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment and ensuring we have diversity of people and views. We recognise that this is important for our business success – a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients.HOW TO APPLY:To apply, please follow the link below. From here you will be taken to our recruitment partner, Instant Impact’s website where you can fill out our application form. Those who are successful at this stage will be progressed to a virtual interview. The final stage will be an assessment centre.PLEASE APPLY VIA THIS LINK ONLY:Applications close on Tuesday 6th August but we may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.About Us:Ipsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we’re proud to share we’ve received our Great Place to Work Certification in 2022 & 2023!About the Team:Observer offers fast and on-demand access to real consumers, citizens and business across all markets and modes. With a flexible service model, we provide a high-end 24/7 DIY platform for clients to build their own surveys as well as assisted service for those who prefer to work directly with a researcher. We are specialized in survey management, data collection and data delivery, well suited to clients that don’t need analysis and recommendations, but still require execution delivered in a format that helps them run analysis quickly and accurately with data they can trust.

Expected salary

Location

Harrow, Greater London

Job date

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 07:47:46 GMT

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