Research Analyst, Corporate Reputation

Job Description

What makes this role important at Ipsos: 

As a Research Analyst, you play a role in supporting the day-to-day execution of research programs and delivery of strategic insights to our clients. Your work includes a variety of studies designed to understand our clients’ reputation and guide strategies that help them build trust with key stakeholders. This role requires sharp time management skills and a keen attention to detail. This is a position where you will learn to be a major force in research design and gain experience managing key market research projects and advising clients.

What you can expect to be doing: 

• Executing and coordinating the fundamentals of research projects with precision, on time, and on budget, working closely with teammates 
• Supporting the full life-cycle of a project from questionnaire design through to analysis planning with senior team members
• Liaising with internal operations teams to help manage the launching and ongoing fieldwork of research studies
• Performing in-depth quality checks at every stage of the project
• Supporting analysis of quantitative, qualitative and digital data to help answer client business questions
• Preparing client deliverables (reports, presentations) in collaboration with senior team members, finding new and exciting ways to visualize the data that elevates our storytelling 
• Supporting multiple projects/priorities and gradually build increased responsibility to become more independent  
• Participating in mentorship of new Analysts and Interns, including shadowing on projects, providing guidance on tasks throughout the project lifecycle, etc. 
• Attending client briefing meetings and results presentations, build presentation skills via attending client presentations and through dedicated skills training 
• Participating in initiatives that support our service line (i.e., growth/new product/employee training & engagement)
  
  

This might be the job for you if you have: 

• BA or BS in marketing, business, communications, or related field 
• Some experience in market research, marketing, communications or digital analytics is preferred   
• A curious mindset or a genuine fascination for the field of communications and reputation management
• 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 while maintaining a strong attention to detail
• 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 survey research and/or digital analytics
• Proficiency with MS Office & Google Workplace (Excel, PowerPoint, Sheets, and Slides) 
  
  

If you don’t meet 100% of the requirements, we encourage all who feel they might be a fit for the opportunity to apply. We may consider a variety of backgrounds for a particular role and are also committed to considering candidates for available positions throughout our organization, not just the one you’re applying to!

In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $59,000 to $66,500. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

What’s In It For You

At Ipsos you’ll experience opportunities for Career Development, an exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits), a flexible workplace policy, and a strong collaborative culture.

To find out more about all the great reasons to work at Ipsos, how we’re making an impact around the world, and more about our benefits and employee programs, please visit: Why Work at Ipsos | US

Commitment to Diversity

Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos’ diverse employees who compile and analyze this data—they are the essence of who we are and what we do.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.

Ipsos is An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other protected class and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

About Us

Ipsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years . With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we’re proud to share we’ve received our Great Place to Work Certification in 2022 & 2023!

About The Team

The Corporate Reputation Service Line helps clients understand their company’s reputation among various stakeholder audiences to inform the development of more effective communications, advocacy and policy initiatives.We work closely with corporate communicators, corporate affairs and government affairs clients so they can make better business decisions that help strengthen and protect their reputation, navigate corporate crises and effectively respond to market developments.