Hybrid Research Analyst, Creative Excellence

at Ipsos North America

• Job title: Research Analyst, Creative Excellence
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: $59,000 - $61,000 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Chicago, United States

About the role

• Research Analyst supporting strategic insights delivery through execution of advertising research projects at Ipsos. Involves various studies requiring time management skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 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)

Requirements

• 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)

Benefits

• generous PTO
• healthcare plans
• wellness benefits
• flexible workplace policy
• career development opportunities