Research Executive/Senior Research Executive

Research Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

RED C Research Group in Ireland invites a capable Research Executive/Senior Research Executive to join a fast-growing, independent market research team. You will contribute to both qualitative and quantitative projects, support proposals, design studies, and help deliver actionable insights for blue-chip clients across sectors.

You will work across the full research process, from sampling and field liaison to analysis, interpretation, and client presentation, with opportunities to develop depth

Qualifications

• Experience with both qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
• Excellent client service and relationship management.
• Ability to think outside the box and translate insights into recommendations.
• Strong numerical and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and assist in project design and management.
• Analyze data and deliver consumer insights to blue‑chip clients.
• Present findings in a clear, client‑friendly format.
• Monitor project progress from commissioning to reporting.
• Liaise with field and data analysis teams; apply numerical insights to stories.
• Opportunity to conduct depth interviews and focus groups.

Skills

Qualitative research

Quantitative research

Client service

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Research Executive/Senior Research Executive

By - 2 years ago

Company Overview

RED C Research Group is Ireland and UK’s fastest-growing and leading independent market research agency. We have a big passion for helping brands understand people. From uncovering emerging trends to shaping product and communications strategy, we combine curiosity, creativity, and data-driven thinking to deliver insights that make a difference.

We focus on deep insight, decoding behaviour to uncover the human truths that drive decisions. For over 20 years, we’ve combined behavioural science with strategic thinking to deliver insight that drives action, not reports that sit on shelves. We build client partnerships based on trust, use human intellect supported by AI, and share compelling stories that make our clients more successful.

Our work spans a wide range of sectors, including Telecoms, FMCG, Financial Services, Retail, Transport, Government, and high-profile polling. We are a young, dynamic team committed to innovation and the highest quality standards, with a track record of sustained growth and client satisfaction.

At RED C, we are committed to ongoing learning and embracing new ideas, ensuring our clients benefit from fresh perspectives and the latest insights. We strive for high standards in everything we do, while maintaining a friendly and down-to-earth approach.

Brand Ambition

The RED C brand ambition is to be recognised as the leading provider of research-based consultancy services in each market we work in.

RED C is currently the largest independent full service primary research and insight agency in Ireland and has a fast-growing team in our UK office. Between us we employ over 80 highly experienced and skilled staff look after the insight needs of our clients worldwide, delivering research stories to more than 40 markets during 2025.

We deliver clarity to our clients by utilising three key pillars.

• Understanding Behaviour – We measure behaviour, needs, and attitudes to better understand opportunities and target the market
• Building Brands – We know how to build brands, through mental availability, distinctiveness, emotional connections and differentiation.
• Improving Experiences – We map customer journeys, understand pain points, and monitor moments of truth to help you delight and retain customers.

Our culture is friendly, fast-paced, and supportive, perfect for people who love continuous learning, asking questions, and collaborating on varied, interesting projects.

Research Executive/Senior Research Executive

Prospective candidates will ideally have some experience in both qualitative and quantitative research techniques. They should also be able to demonstrate excellent client service skills, and the ability to think outside of the box. As a key member of the research team at RED C you will be involved in a variety of projects, utilising the latest techniques for clients across many industries, including FMCG, Telecoms, Banking, Retail, Public Sector and Media.

The successful candidate will be involved in all aspects of the research process, including proposal preparation, project design and management, analysis and delivery of key consumer insights to our blue chip client list. Initially the role will involve monitoring the progress of a research project through the various stages from commissioning, to statistical sampling, liaising with our field and data analysis departments, to preparation of presentation of findings and interpretation of data using numerical skills to put in a user friendly presentation format for clients.

There is also an opportunity for the right candidate to develop their qualitative skills conducting and analysing depth interviews and focus groups. The role will then progress to proposal and cost preparation, to final recommendations and presentations to clients. Extensive training will be provided in all aspects of research and insight delivery, through on the job mentoring and a structured training module course.

Suitable candidates will preferably have a minimum of one years experience either at a research agency or within a research function at a company in another sector, however those with onlyexperience at 3rd level degree will also be considered.

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