Research Manager

Ventures Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An international management consulting firm in Dubai seeks a Research Manager to lead market research projects and manage a team of researchers. The role requires 5 years of experience in market research, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in research tools like SPSS and Excel. The ideal candidate will contribute to business development, present findings to clients, and ensure adherence to ethical guidelines. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is necessary, while a Master's is preferred. Proficiency in English is required, and knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a market research agency or client-side research role.
• Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent English communication skills; Arabic proficiency is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end market research projects across various industries.
• Develop research proposals and design methodologies.
• Oversee data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Prepare and present research findings to clients.
• Mentor junior researchers and ensure team development.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to timelines.

Skills

Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

Excellent client management

Presentation skills

Proficient in research tools and software (SPSS, Excel, PowerPoint)

Leadership and team management

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Statistics, Sociology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SPSS

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Who We Are

Established in 2002 Ventures Middle East (VME) is an international management consulting company providing strategic business advisory services across the GCC and the wider MENA region.

Since inception our multinational executive leadership team empowers clients with access to an established business network market insights and the competitive edge necessary for success. We cover all sectors and industries and provide unparalleled customized analysis and superior strategic insights.

Job Purpose:

The Research Manager will lead and oversee the design execution and delivery of market research projects ensuring high-quality outputs and actionable insights for clients. The role requires managing multiple research studies supervising a team of researchers and contributing to business development activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage end-to-end market research projects (quantitative and qualitative) across various industries.
• Develop research proposals design methodologies and create research instruments (questionnaires discussion guides).
• Oversee data collection data analysis and interpretation of results.
• Prepare and present research findings and recommendations to clients.
• Manage and mentor junior researchers and ensure team development.
• Maintain regular communication with clients providing updates and managing expectations.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to timelines and budgets for all projects.
• Collaborate with internal departments such as analytics fieldwork and data processing.
• Contribute to business growth by identifying client needs and proposing new research solutions.
• Stay updated on market trends research techniques and industry developments.
• Ensure all research activities comply with relevant ethical guidelines and company policies.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Statistics Sociology or a related field. A Masters degree is preferred.
• 5 years of experience in a market research agency or client-side research role.
• Proven expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent client management and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Proficient in research tools and software (e.g. SPSS Excel PowerPoint).
• Experience with online survey platforms and data visualization tools is a plus.
• Strong leadership team management and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Arabic language proficiency is a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with research in different sectors: FMCG Automotive Government Healthcare etc..
• Knowledge of advanced statistical analysis.
• Experience with syndicated studies or customized research solutions.

Employment Type:

Full-Time