Associate Research Director

3 months ago

Singapore IPSOS PTE. LTD. Full time
Roles & Responsibilities

To be trusted with work with the Ipsos brand for the good of the business

To lead project teams in the design, set-up and management of leading-edge research and,

To carry out account management activities – managing existing client relationships, including seeking repeat business, and actively seeking major and new client opportunities and management.

  • Responsible for the actions and activities of the team (with business area Director)
  • Recruitment of junior staff
  • Profit and loss+ responsibility for projects that one is managing and business area
  • New business generation and existing client development plans (with business area Director)
  • Problem resolution and ownership of results
  • Directorscomplex projects and higher-value work, displaying well-developed research skills, knowledge and thought
  • Generate meaningful insights from research data to add real value to the client
  • Use advanced research techniques and apply them appropriately
  • Demonstrate Company awareness through internal support, cross-selling and marketing and take a corporate view with new business opportunities and the relationships with existing clients (client-facing stream)
  • Be an ambassador and guardian of the brand for Ipsos, displaying the appropriate knowledge and behaviors
  • Significantly contribute to the strategic direction of the business area, implement agreed plans and actively support the Division and Company
  • Make significant contribution to our work area(s) in terms of business generation/profit
  • Challenge and mentor junior staff in research skills and their career development
  • Recruit key skills and ensure operational efficiency of Department is maintained at all times.
  • Conduct performance reviews and design staff development plans for the team (with business area Director). Carry out appropriate performance management activities
  • Deliver required team financial performance (with business area Director)
  • Keep abreast of current trends within market research and competitors, in order todevelop personal skills / knowledge base and transfer knowledge, skills and expertise through training and coaching
  • Keenness to learn and proactive self-development and development of others.
  • Maximize opportunities for client contact and take a lead role; measure to be set through review process (relationship building and seeking repeat and new business wins, ideally including a min of two targeted account face-to-face meetings/year)

Manage the team to:

  • Handle a number ofdifferent projects at once, ensuring time, budget and profitability requirements are met
  • Produce outputs and research that are of high quality and consistent with agreed outputs
  • Produce proposals that meet and where possible exceed the brief requirements
  • Ensure all questionnaire facilitate strong data collection capability
  • Provide accurate analysis and interpretation of data
  • Liaise professional and effectively with the Operation departments to ensure we deliver what we say we will.

COMPETENCIES

  • Self-Management
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Client Focus
  • Knowledge & Expertise
  • Flexibility

BACKGROUND

Experience:

  • At least eight 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
  • Ideally, experienced in relevant category or sectors

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 related studies

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