Senior Research Manager

Responsibilities

• Work closely with senior leadership to manage large scale and/or global research projects including day-to-day management of clients and Edelman teams, development and execution of research studies from start to finish and presenting results in a compelling and visually appealing way
• Partner and consult with clients and Edelman account teams to problem solve their challenges, including analyzing data, writing research reports and delivering presentations
• Contribute to research design, sampling plans, questionnaires, moderator guides and analytical plans
• Interpret research data and insights and working closely with junior staff to create a compelling story across either primary or secondary research disciplines
• Recommend communication solutions and research methodologies to clients based on research results in consultation with senior leadership
• Manage positive client relationships within Edelman and our external clients by meeting deadlines, delivering prompt responses and building conversation/dialogue
• Manage project budgets with attention to spend, timeline and staffing plan in close communication with their team business manager; proactively solves for how to address challenges/issues
• Aid the senior leadership team with growing client business through insightful and valuable work product, understanding of client business and ability to bring learning opportunities to clients, as needed
• Assist with developing strategic new business proposals by understanding client’s objectives, scoping projects and applying appropriate methodologies to meet objectives
• Supervise and mentor junior staff to help grow their research, project and client management skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related field
• 5 years of experience in market research, consumer insights, ideation, strategy development or digital/social research

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in advanced research methodologies
• Expert in secondary research with at least a basic understanding or strong curiosity for other methodologies
• Proactive, collaborative approach with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Display Edelman DXI values and embrace a positive, can-do attitude
• Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Pay

$72,000 - 115,000 a year

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• Vision
• 401K
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Travel assistance
• Wellness programing