Sr. Research Analyst

Fortis Games; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive game development company in the City of Westminster is seeking a Senior Research Analyst to conduct essential research for upcoming mobile games. You will collaborate with Research Managers to gather consumer insights, create research plans, and analyze data to influence game development. Ideal candidates possess strong quantitative and qualitative research skills, excellent communication abilities, and a degree in relevant fields. Join us to help redefine gaming experiences while fostering a culture of diversity and teamwork.

Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture

Opportunity for impactful work

Growth with a seasoned team

Qualifications

• Experience with conducting consumer insights and user research initiatives for mobile games.
• Ability to manage and conduct research and usability projects.
• Experienced in presenting research findings effectively.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Research Managers to execute research initiatives.
• Implement research plans with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Analyze data and present findings on game concepts and market feasibility.

Skills

Consumer research insights

Strong communication

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

Survey design

User research tools

Excel proficiency

Data manipulation

Statistical analysis

Fluency in English

Education

Degree in psychology, HCI, social sciences

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

G-suite

Looker

SPSS

SAS

Job description

As a Senior Research Analyst in our Early Market Validation team at Fortis, your work will directly influence the direction of our game development, helping us to not only meet but exceed the expectations of the gaming community as we prepare to launch our very first titles. Your focus will be on conducting and presenting comprehensive research to understand our target audiences, their preferences, and expectations from gaming experiences. You'll be paired up with a Research Manager and together work on a specific set of games, so you'll get to grow as the product continues to evolve and see the impact of your work.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Research Managers to plan and execute consumer insights and user research initiatives for mobile games
• Implement research plans by coordinating with vendors, cross-functional teams, and other stakeholders.
• Manage and conduct research and usability projects utilizing online tools such as Playtestcloud & Survey Providers.
• Support end-to-end research projects, utilizing a range of quantitative and qualitative research methodologies to address stakeholder inquiries.
• Create and develop survey and research briefs.
• Perform data analysis and effectively present research findings evaluating the potential appeal of game concepts, art styles, and overall market feasibility
• Act as the advocate for player perspectives in regular product meetings, championing the importance of player research

  Passionate about gaming with relevant experience in the interactive entertainment or gaming industry.

Qualifications

• Skilled in mixed models, with a focus on consumer research that informs decision-making, driving actionable insights
• Strong communication skills, adept in storytelling and presentations to convey research insights effectively.
• Proficient in quantitative and qualitative research methods, with exceptional survey design skills.
• Experience with user research tools (e.g., usertesting.com, playtestcloud.com) is a plus.
• Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, G-suite, and familiar with data visualization tools like Looker.
• Knowledge of data manipulation and statistical analysis software (SPSS, SAS, or similar).
• Degree in psychology, HCI, social sciences, or a related field is preferred.
• Fluency in English

At Fortis Games we aspire to make great games that bring people together while redefining how game companies work. We believe in building a sense of belonging through our games, their communities, and how we operate and treat each other. Through our game communities, we will create powerful connections and lasting memories. We will foster a culture of diversity, equity and belonging where together our diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds impact the games we make.

We are an early but mighty organization with a leadership team of game industry veterans. There are many opportunities for you to have a big impact on the products we'll be making as well as the overall direction of the company. If you're passionate about tackling difficult problems with direct and thoughtful communication and team first mentality, we may be the right place for you.

Why Join Us

• We strongly believe we are changing how games studios operate and at the core of what we do is making great games that create a connected community
• We're not just about making Games Where You Belong. We're also about building communities where our people belong. That's why Fortis is a thriving environment that celebrates diversity, embraces inclusivity, and fosters growth.
• Build and grow with a seasoned team of accomplished talent who have left an impactful mark in their disciplines, both in and out of gaming

Fortis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.