Associate - Project Management (Primary Research)

Moodys Analytics; Gurugram District; Hybrid; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Analytics in Gurgaon (Hybrid) is seeking an Associate to manage end-to-end primary research projects, including online surveys, CATI, IDIs, and FGDs, coordinating with clients and vendors to ensure timely delivery.

The role emphasizes project management, stakeholder coordination, data analysis, and presenting findings to leadership, with weekend/extended-hour support as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in Market Research, Consulting, or Research Analytics.
• MBA / B.Tech / Statistics or equivalent degree.
• Strong academic track record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end primary research projects including online surveys, CATI, IDIs, and FGDs.
• Coordinate with clients and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
• Track fieldwork progress across multiple live projects.
• Prepare RFQ and SOW documents.
• Present findings to management and leadership.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Communication

Research skills

RFQ/SOW preparation

Vendor management

Education

MBA / B.Tech / Statistics

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Group Company: Acuity Analytics

Designation: Associate

Office Location: Gurgaon (Hybrid)

Position Description: Manage end-to-end primary research projects including online surveys, CATI, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussions while coordinating directly with clients and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.

Primary Responsibilities

• Client communication and project requirement understanding.
• Project launch with accurate quotas and target audience.
• Vendor management, vendor onboarding, bidding, and database development.
• RFQ and SOW creation.
• CATI call recording validation.
• Track fieldwork progress across multiple live projects.
• Stakeholder management across clients, vendors, scripting, and data processing teams.
• Data analysis and research findings reporting.
• Presentation of findings to management and leadership.

Additional Responsibilities

• Process optimization initiatives.
• Weekend and extended-hour support as required.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Reporting Team

Reporting Designation: Assistant Director, Primary Research

Reporting Department: Consulting Corporate (Primary Research)

Educational Qualifications Preferred

Category: Postgraduate / Graduate

Field Specialization: MBA, B.Tech, Statistics, Business Analytics, Research Studies

Degree: MBA / B.Tech / Statistics or equivalent degree

Academic Score: Strong academic track record preferred

Institution Tier: Preferred but not specified

Required Certification/s: Not Mandatory / Not Specified

Required Training/s: Primary Research Methodologies, Survey Research, CATI Operations, Stakeholder Management (preferred)

Required Work Experience

Industry: Market Research, Consulting, Research Analytics, Business Research Services

Role: Primary Research Associate / Project Management Associate

Years of Experience: 3-8 Years

Key Performance Indicators

• Successful delivery of primary research projects.
• Client satisfaction and stakeholder feedback.
• Timely project completion.
• Vendor management effectiveness.
• Data quality and reporting accuracy.
• Process improvement contributions.

Required Competencies

• Project Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Stakeholder Management
• Analytical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Multi-tasking
• Attention to Detail
• Team Collaboration

Required Knowledge

• Primary Research methodologies.
• Online surveys, CATI, IDIs, and FGDs.
• Business Analysis concepts.
• Data interpretation and reporting.
• Vendor and fieldwork management.
• MS Excel and PowerPoint.

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Research and analytical skills.
• Project coordination and execution.
• RFQ and SOW preparation.
• Data analysis and presentation.
• Excel and PowerPoint proficiency.
• Time and stakeholder management.

Required Abilities

Physical: Ability to work extended hours and rotational shifts.

Other

• Quick learner.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Adaptability to new challenges.
• Team-player mindset.
• Capability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

Work Environment Details

Hybrid work model based out of Gurgaon with rotational shifts covering APAC, India, UK, EST, and PST regions. Weekend and extended support may be required.

Specific Requirements

Travel: Minimal / As Business Requires

Vehicle: Not Required

Work Permit: Valid authorization to work in India

Other Details

Pay Rate: As per company compensation structure

Contract Types: Full-Time Permanent

Time Constraints: Immediate joiners preferred

Compliance Related: Adherence to company policies and client confidentiality requirements

Union Affiliation: Not Applicable

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