Research Manager

Kantar

  • دبي
  • دائم
  • دوام كامل
  • قبل 20 يوم
We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in.To start a career that is out of the ordinary, please apply...Job DetailsOverview:
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Research Manager to join our fast-paced team of seasoned researchers, marketing professionals, and consultants. This role is pivotal in delivering high-quality insights and driving strategic decision-making for our clients.Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage research projects across the full lifecycle—from proposal development to final presentation.
  • Develop innovative and commercially viable research proposals tailored to client needs, and participate in client meetings to shape primary research strategies.
  • Drive business development activities to meet sales targets, including responding to enquiries and requests for proposals.
  • Build and nurture client relationships, both new and existing, ensuring long-term engagement and satisfaction.
  • Coach and mentor junior staff, helping them develop core research skills and grow professionally.
  • Support team development, including mentoring peers and contributing to company-wide initiatives.
  • Participate in organisational activities, such as training days, CSR events, and team awaydays.
  • Manage freelance researchers as needed to support project delivery.
Requirements:
  • Proven experience in market research, with strong knowledge of research techniques and methodologies - quantitative preferred.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong commercial acumen and client-facing experience.
  • Leadership and team development capabilities.
Location Dubai, Jumeirah Lakes TowersUnited Arab EmiratesKantar Rewards StatementAt Kantar we have an integrated way of rewarding our people based around a simple, clear and consistent set of principles. Our approach helps to ensure we are market competitive and also to support a pay for performance culture, where your reward and career progression opportunities are linked to what you deliver.We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. Apply for a career that’s out of the ordinary and join us.We want to create an equality of opportunity in a fair and supportive working environment where people feel included, accepted and are allowed to flourish in a space where their mental health and well being is taken into consideration.We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool, be locally representative, drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.Kantar is the world’s leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies, Kantar’s 30,000 people help the world’s leading organisations succeed and grow.

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