Research Consultant

Overview

Our client is an established consultancy specializing in market and social research, providing qualitative and quantitative insights to a variety of sectors including government and corporate clients.

Role Summary

We are seeking a mid-level researcher to join an active insights team. The role involves a combination of qualitative and quantitative research tasks, with an emphasis on moderating focus groups. The workload includes public sector projects alongside corporate and occasional category work, with a robust project pipeline ahead.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead moderation of focus groups and in-depth interviews at various locations, entailing some travel.
• Conduct online qualitative sessions using video conferencing platforms.
• Participate in a blend of qualitative and quantitative research assignments.
• Engage with a diverse client portfolio covering public sector, corporate, and ad-hoc projects.
• Collaborate closely with senior researchers and support personnel on projects spanning multiple sites.
• Handle quantitative research tasks when capacity permits, even if qualitative research is the primary expertise.

Candidate Profile

• At least three years of experience in market research.
• Proven expertise in moderating focus groups, with in-depth interview experience also advantageous.
• Ability to manage a balanced mix of qualitative and quantitative research work.
• Experience with government sector research is beneficial but not mandatory.
• Excellent communication abilities and client interaction skills.