Senior Research Analyst & Insights Consultant

Mastercard Inc.; Paris; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastercard Inc. in Paris seeks a Senior Research Analyst - Associate Managing Consultant to lead and deliver multifaceted research engagements for global clients.

You will design qualitative and quantitative studies, analyze results, and translate findings into strategic recommendations. The role partners with Advisors teams, regional stakeholders, and clients to scope initiatives and present actionable insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred in Market Research or related field.
• Experience with both primary and secondary research across international environments is essential.
• Fluency in English and French required; another European language is a plus.
• Strong business writing and client-ready presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage diverse research engagements across markets and industries.
• Design and execute qualitative and quantitative programs (surveys, interviews, focus groups, online communities).
• Analyze findings and transform data into actionable insights and recommendations.
• Synthesize information from multiple data sources to support client recommendations.
• Develop high-quality client-ready presentations, reports, and materials.
• Collaborate with global teams and participate in client discussions.
• Ensure timely delivery and quality of research outputs.

Skills

Qualitative research

Quantitative research

Data analysis

Synthesis & storytelling

Stakeholder management

Communication

Project management

Multilingual (English & French)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Market Research, Business, Economics, Social Sciences, Statistics, Psychology

Advanced degree preferred in Market Research or related field

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Data visualization tools

Job description

Mastercard Inc. in Paris seeks a Senior Research Analyst - Associate Managing Consultant to lead and deliver multifaceted research engagements for global clients.

You will design qualitative and quantitative studies, analyze results, and translate findings into strategic recommendations. The role partners with Advisors teams, regional stakeholders, and clients to scope initiatives and present actionable insights.