Associate Research Manager

Kantar Group Limited; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Kantar Group Limited in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, is seeking an Associate Research Manager to lead high‑quality quantitative projects and translate data into insights for clients. You will manage project execution, ensure rigorous methodology and deliver compelling deliverables that support decision making, while mentoring peers.

The role combines project leadership, analytical thinking and storytelling, with opportunities to contribute to capability building and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years' work experience in quantitative research.
• College degree in Communications, Marketing, Statistics, Economics or related discipline.
• Knowledge of statistical/analytical techniques and tools is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Demonstrates integrity, networking and client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of research projects from project set-up through reporting, timelines and client objectives.
• Review data outputs and materials to ensure accuracy, consistency and methodological rigour.
• Collaborate with accounts, operations and specialist teams for seamless execution.
• Translate research objectives into questionnaires, guides and deliverables.
• Analyze findings and develop clear insight-led recommendations for clients.
• Create reports and presentations communicating findings concisely.
• Support junior team members with guidance and best practices.

Skills

MS PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Presentation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Marketing/Statistics/Economics/Psychology

Job description

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in.

About the Job

As an Associate Research Manager, you will lead the delivery of high-quality research projects that help clients understand people, brands and markets. Working with colleagues across functions, you will manage project execution, ensure research excellence and translate data into meaningful insights. You will play a key role in coordinating project activities, maintaining quality standards and developing compelling deliverables that support client decision-making.

The role combines project leadership, analytical thinking and storytelling, while providing opportunities to contribute to capability building and continuous improvement.

Key Job Roles

• Lead the delivery of research projects from project set-up through reporting, ensuring timelines, quality standards and client objectives are met.
• Review data outputs and project materials to ensure accuracy, consistency and methodological rigour.
• Collaborate with colleagues across accounts, operations and specialist teams to ensure seamless project execution.
• Translate research objectives into effective project approaches, questionnaires, discussion guides and deliverables.
• Analyse findings and develop clear insight-led recommendations that address client business questions.
• Create compelling reports and presentations that communicate findings in a concise and engaging manner.
• Has command responsibility on the proper implementation of all assigned projects from questionnaire design, fieldwork, data processing, statistical testing, analysis, presentation and up to documentation.
• Support the development of junior team members by sharing expertise, providing guidance and promoting best practices.

Role Requirements

• At least three (3) years' work experience, in quantitative research.
• College degree in any of the following – Communication Research, Marketing, Statistics, Math, Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Mass Communication, Management or any related discipline.
• Knowledge of various statistical and analytical techniques and/or tools is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel and Word.
• Demonstrates intellectual and professional integrity.
• Good networking skills and service orientation.
• Innovative, adaptable and flexible.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Articulate at conveying ideas, both oral and written.
• Good presentation skills.
• A fast learner, good in numbers and attentive to details.

At Kantar we have an integrated way of rewarding our people based around a simple, clear and consistent set of principles. Our approach helps to ensure we are market competitive and also to support a pay for performance culture, where your reward and career progression opportunities are linked to what you deliver.

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in.

We want to create an equality of opportunity in a fair and supportive working environment where people feel included, accepted and are allowed to flourish in a space where their mental health and well being is taken into consideration.

We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool, be locally representative, drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.

Kantar is an equal opportunities provider #LI-PO1 #LI-Hybrid.

Location Mandaluyong City, Ortigas CenterPhilippines

Kantar is the world’s leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies, Kantar’s 30,000 people help the world’s leading organisations succeed and grow.

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