Research Analyst, Creative Excellence

Ipsos; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in market research seeks a Research Analyst for their Creative Excellence team. In this entry-level role, you will support research projects, manage client deliverables, and develop your skills in data storytelling and project management. This position is ideal for a BA or BS graduate with an interest in advertising and data analytics.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Healthcare plans

Flexible workplace policy

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Some experience in market research or related fields is preferred.
• Proficiency in project management and ability to handle multiple projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills and quick learning ability.

Responsibilities

• Executing and coordinating advertising research projects on time and budget.
• Preparing client deliverables like reports and presentations.
• Participating in mentorship of new Analysts and Interns.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Project management

Communication

Data visualization

Education

BA or BS in marketing, business, communications, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

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Job Description

What makes this role important at Ipsos:

As a Research Analyst, you play a role in supporting the delivery of strategic insights to our clients through the execution of research projects. Your work includes a variety of studies requiring sharp time management skills and a keen attention to detail. This is a position where you will learn to be a major force in research design and gain experience managing key market research projects.

Job Description

What makes this role important at Ipsos:

As a Research Analyst, you play a role in supporting the delivery of strategic insights to our clients through the execution of research projects. Your work includes a variety of studies requiring sharp time management skills and a keen attention to detail. This is a position where you will learn to be a major force in research design and gain experience managing key market research projects.

What You Can Expect To Be Doing

• Executing and coordinating the fundamentals of advertising research projects on time and on budget, working closely with teammates
• Working on questionnaire design and analysis planning with senior team members
• Preparing client deliverables (reports, presentations, proposals), finding new and exciting ways to visualize the data that elevates our storytelling
• Work with senior team members to understand the business needs of the client and translate them to the appropriate research design
• Support multiple projects/priorities and gradually build increased responsibility to become more independent
• Participate in mentorship of new Analysts and Interns, including shadowing on projects, providing guidance on tasks throughout the project lifecycle, etc.
• Attend client briefing meetings and results presentations, build presentation skills via attending client presentations and through dedicated skills training
• As you progress and develop, you will collaborate on the analysis and interpretation of survey results to fine tune analytical skills
• Participate in initiatives that support our service line (i.e., growth/new product/employee training & engagement)
  
  

This might be the job for you if you have:

• BA or BS in marketing, business, communications, or related field
• Some experience in market research, marketing, communications or advertising is preferred
• A curious mindset and a genuine fascination for the field of advertising
• A passion for working with data and extracting meaningful insights
• An ability to learn quickly, work efficiently, and succeed in an everchanging, innovative environment
• An interest in storytelling with the capacity to express narratives visually and verbally
• Strong project management skills and ability to juggle multiple projects
• Ease and confidence with “thinking on your feet”
• Business acumen and critical thinking skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, written and verbal
• The ability to thrive within a team environment and a willingness to contribute to a positive culture
• Some experience with questionnaire design and sampling approaches
• Proficiency with MS Office & Google Workplace (Excel, PowerPoint, Sheets, and Slides)
  
  

If you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you’re applying to!

In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $59,000 to $68,500. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

What’s In It For You

At Ipsos you'll experience an exceptional benefits package including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits, a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture. We also are committed to investing in the whole professional with career development opportunities aimed to build your personal career equity at Ipsos and beyond.

We believe that everyone plays a role in our positive workplace culture. At Ipsos, your voice is heard!

Benefits

To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we’re making an impact around the world, and more about our benefits and employee programs, please visit:

Why Work at Ipsos | US

Commitment to Diversity

Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos’ diverse employees who compile and analyze this data—they are the essence of who we are and what we do.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.

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

About Us

Ipsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years . With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we’re proud to share we’ve received our Great Place to Work Certification in 2022 & 2023!

About The Team

The Creative Excellence Service Line helps our clients attain best-in-class advertising that drives business results.We do this by aiding Creative Development (help with creating advertising), Creative Assessment (help with assessing advertising and providing guidance to improve it) and Creative In-Market (ad tracking once the advertising is launched).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Market Research

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