Consumer Research Analyst (Quant)

CONSUMER RESEARCH ANALYST FOR INSIGHT AND STRATEGY AGENCY ON TOP BLUE-CHIP CLIENTS

The client are an experienced and dedicated team who are focused on the quantitative analysis of survey and customer data to respond to their clients' business challenges.

The Consultant Analyst will possess a keen interest in quantitative consumer research. The ideal applicant will have experience working within an analytics team at a strategy consultancy or research agency and a history of academic achievement in a numerate discipline.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Customer research using quantitative and qualitative techniques amongst consumers and businesses to inform strategic decisions. Consultants are expected to work collaboratively from initial brief to final presentation, managing the project and supporting the team in order to exceed client expectations
-Market modelling and forecasting comprising a range of approaches, which will include analysing scarce business intelligence and sizing opportunities for our clients, as well as optimising product design and pricing. Both emerging and traditional research methods are used
-Presentation creation drawing sound conclusions from our research and communicating these effectively. Delivering clear and inspiring presentations, both written and verbally, are key skills of a Consultant

-Independently manage projects of 1 or 2 team members, structuring their work in addition to your own
-Develop robust statistical models using a variety of techniques (e.g. regression, conjoint analysis, segmentation) and communicate the results within set deadlines
-Draft well written, structured reports in business English, including executive summaries and soundly developed recommendations
-Proactively participate in our people management activities of recruitment, training & development and mentoring
-Organise and document work in a thorough and transparent manner
-Understand the brand, values, competence areas and be able to convey them clearly in client situations

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE:

-Experience in quantitative survey research, ranging from research design and questionnaire development via the structured analysis of data to developing meaningful, commercial recommendations
-Candidates must have worked with a range of advanced quantitative techniques, including conjoint analysis, segmentation and regression analysis
-Some project management experience and an eye for detail are essential for this role
-Advanced Excel proficiency along with knowledge of a programming language. Familiarity with Q, SPSS and Sawtooth Software an advantage
-A demonstrable passion for marketing science, quantitative analysis, statistics and modelling
-An ability to create compelling PowerPoint presentations and the confidence to deliver them
-Commercial awareness and understanding of core economic principles
-An effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills
-1st or 2:1 class degree or equivalent; quantitative skills are expected to be at Master level
-Experience of working in a demanding environment and to efficiently manage time