Research Consultant (Quantitative Research) | Kuala Lumpur, MY

Mastercard, Inc.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital payments is seeking a Research Consultant for its Advisors Research Center in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves managing research projects, analyzing data, and delivering actionable insights to clients. Ideal candidates will have 4-5 years of experience in quantitative research and strong skills in data analysis and business writing.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years managing quantitative research projects.
• Experience with research vendors and current research issues.
• Ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate research projects, ensuring timelines and quality.
• Aggregate and analyze data for clear insights via reports.
• Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored research solutions.

Skills

Data Analysis

Business Writing

Project Coordination

Education

Experience in Quantitative Research

Proficiency in Q Research software/SPSS

Advanced skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Tools

Q Research software/SPSS

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Research Consultant (Quantitative Research)

Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. We support digital payments, making transactions secure, simple, smart, and accessible. Our technology, innovation, partnerships, and networks deliver products and services that help people, businesses, and governments realize their potential.

Title and Summary
Research Consultant (Quantitative Research), Advisors Research Center, Kuala Lumpur

Our Purpose
We aim to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Our culture is driven by our decency quotient (DQ), fostering inclusion and valuing individual differences to enhance decision-making, innovation, and business results.

Job Title
Research Consultant, Advisors Research Center

All About Us
The Data & Services team provides cutting-edge services that help our customers grow. We combine management consulting, data assets, and technology to deliver strategic insights, including consulting, marketing, experimentation, and risk management services, primarily in the payments industry but also across other sectors.

All About the Role
The Advisors Research Center responds to evolving customer needs with high-quality research support, aiming to deliver valuable insights and recommendations. The role involves managing research projects from start to finish, collaborating with clients and vendors, and delivering actionable insights through data analysis and reporting.

Your responsibilities would include:

1. Manage and coordinate research projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
2. Aggregate and analyze data to produce clear, actionable insights via reports and presentations.
3. Collaborate with clients to understand needs and provide tailored solutions, managing vendor relationships effectively.
4. Ensure the preparation and delivery of high-quality research materials with accuracy and consistency.

All About You
• 4-5 years of experience managing quantitative research projects, including primary research techniques. Experience with qualitative research is a plus.
• Experience working with research vendors and understanding current research issues.
• Ability to synthesize data into meaningful conclusions and recommendations.
• Skilled in preparing insightful presentations from diverse data sources.
• Strong business writing skills for client-ready materials.
• Proficient in coordinating research activities, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.

All About Your Education & Skills
• Proficiency in Q Research software/SPSS or similar tools is highly desirable.
• Advanced skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint; familiarity with project management tools is preferred.
• Prior experience in a research agency is strongly preferred.

Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving Mastercard assets, information, and networks carry inherent risks. Employees must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of accessed information;
• Report security violations or breaches;
• Complete mandatory security trainings.