• Designing the research instruments (questionnaires, discussion guides, sampling plans, etc) • Designing of creative and profitable research proposals, insightful reporting and presentations • Monitoring and supervising fieldwork • Controlling costs/profits on jobs • Supervising, guiding and motivating junior colleagues and liaising with Business Manager on development of junior staff • Specifying data analysis specifications, and checking data • Managing the relationship with clients on a day-to-day basis and keeping them informed regarding the progress of projects. May also be required to present to clients if requested. • Ensuring conformance with SAMRA Code of Conduct and high quality work • Handling client needs competently and creatively • Keeping abreast of, and informing others about, relevant commercial developments (clients/markets) • Keeping up to date and developing own and others' skills in relevant research techniques and tools • Communicating relevant information accurately and in a timely manner • Attendance at, and contribution to, relevant training sessions
Company Description Synovate is the world's most curious company. We're market researchers. Our job is to learn what people like, and why they like the things they like. That knowledge helps product designers and manufacturers give people what they want. We operate across six continents, in 54 countries and 24 time zones.
Requirements • University degree with a minimum 3 years experience in market research • Excellent command of spoken and written English • Exceptional presentation skills • Solid knowledge of market research services and tools (preferably with an emphasis on quantitative custom research, but having both quantitative and qualitative experience will be an advantage) • Knowledgeable with industry and marketing issues • Knowledge and experience in preparing budgets and cost control • Ability to work under pressure and manage time effectively • Excellent leadership and project management skills • Must be able to build and maintain internal and external client relationships • Analytical skills / Training skills / Delegation skills • Excellent computing skills especially in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Prepared to travel if necessary
Personal Skills/Attributes • Proactive with high energy levels • Positive attitude • Good ambassador for Synovate
Synovate, the market research arm of Aegis Group plc, generates consumer insights that drive competitive marketing solutions. The network provides clients with cohesive global support and a comprehensive suite of research solutions. Synovate employs over 5,700 staff in 118 cities across 52 countries.