Research Manager

We are seeking a Research Manager who is seasoned in either primary or secondary research. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit coupled with a solid strategic mindset. The Research Manager will need to balance an ever-changing and diverse range of research projects, including global and complex research projects involving quantitative/qualitative research, social listening, media analysis and/or digital analytics.

Requirements:

• 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 the staff to create a compelling story across primary and 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

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in Market Research, Communications Marketing, and/or related fields
• A bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge in advanced research methodologies

• Demonstrated experience in primary research with both qualitative and quantitative methodologies

• Demonstrated experience in media analysis/measurement related to public relations, marketing, and communications

• Knowledge and experience using a wide variety of secondary research tools such as social media analysis platforms (Meltwater, Brandwatch, Talkwalker, Synthesio, Cision, NetBase), as well as trend analysis tools (eMarketer, Mintel, Google Trends, or WARC)

• Experience in Food and Beverage, CPG, Health/Pharma, and/or federal/local government verticals

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite - preferably with an eye toward presentation design

• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills

• Ability to work independently and prioritize/manage multiple deadlines within a project scope and budget

• Effective client management (internal or external) skills

• Positive, collaborative attitude and approach

$56,000 - $74,000 a year

An employee's pay position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, travel requirements, revenue-based metrics, any contractual agreements, and business or organizational needs. The range listed is just one component of DJEH's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, a Paid Time Off policy, and region-specific benefits.

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Edelman Data & Intelligence (DXI) is a global, multidisciplinary research, analytics and data consultancy with a distinctly human mission.

We use data and intelligence to help businesses and organizations build trusting relationships with people: making communications more authentic, engagement more exciting and connections more meaningful.

DXI brings together and integrates the necessary people-based PR, communications, social, research and exogenous data, as well as the technology infrastructure to create, collect, store and manage first-party data and identity resolution. DXI is comprised of over 350 research specialists, business scientists, data engineers, behavioral and machine-learning experts, and data strategy consultants based in 15 markets around the world.

To learn more, visit: https://www.edelmandxi.com

Employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (i.e., at least 2 weeks after last dose) and, if hired, present proof of vaccination before start date. Candidates may request an accommodation due to disability, sincerely held religious belief or exception required under applicable law.

DXI is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage racially and ethnically diverse people, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, parents, individuals with disabilities and members of any and all protected classes to apply.

DXI upholds an inclusive environment, where uniqueness and diversity are celebrated and encouraged. We recognize and honor all types of diversity-gender, gender expression, race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability status, socio-economic background, experience and more. As part of Edelman, we have several employee networks - focused on AAPI, Black, Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ+, Veterans' and women's communities - to provide a space where employees can share, learn and grow. We also offer a variety of training options for candidates who want to pivot or learn different skills within the industry.