Research Manager - Market Research
- Recruiter
- KANTAR
- Location
- Epsom
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 08 Dec 2016
- Closes
- 13 Dec 2016
- Sectors
- Business Opportunities
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Purpose of the role:
Primarily to manage ad-hoc research projects for UK, European and US based international pharmaceutical companies involving both qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
To manage, coach and develop more junior members of the team and act as a role model in this context
Key Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:
Management of a number of key clients with a view to actively seeking out and driving new business opportunities
Develops client relationships and is considered a key point of contact by clients for project requests/questions
Proactively communicates with clients to understand how research is being used to drive client business
Responsible for organising brainstorming sessions and writing/coordinating proposals coaching junior members of the team where appropriate
Produces job costs and monitors the costs and profitability of projects understanding the impact on our business
Delivering Excellence:
Works autonomously on complex quantitative or qualitative research projects
Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of techniques and applications of qualitative & quantitative research and is able to suggest and advise on appropriate methodology & sample sizes
Takes responsibility for all aspects of project management from new product development, pre-launch branding & communication, proposal writing, post-launch optimisation and re-positioning to the delivery of a presentation and the final report to the client
Develops strong relationships with clients communicating on all areas of the projects and any issues/subjects outside of project areas.
Thinks 'beyond PowerPoint' for final deliverables and implements this where appropriate
Internal management:
Has strong relationships with Operations and proactively inputs to improving processes
Follows the audit checklist and the Kantar Health quality standard framework on every project
Communicates with other Kantar Health UK teams in a timely and professional manner
Consistently meets deadlines required by both clients and other internal departments
Proactively takes a lead in some outputs of internal initiatives and work streams designed to improve what we offer as a business
Development:
Prioritises workloads to ensure that agreed deadlines are met
Actively seeks out information and builds networks across the healthcare business and wider industry
Keeps abreast of developments in the pharmaceutical industry
Development of self and others in line with business requirements
Responsible for managing 2 to 3 projects at any one time, plus the associated project teams to meet objectives, whilst providing the main point of contact with the client.
Awareness and relevant utilisation of internal experts i.e. Advanced Methods, Creative Impact Team, Client Consulting Team
Support senior management in recruitment, training, coaching and management of junior staff, as well as developing and implementing internal company procedures
Demonstrated Values:
Passionate about achieving the highest quality standards
A commitment to self-development
Proactively seeks out opportunities and feedback on completed tasks / project contributions
A commitment to the development of others
A desire to find the best solution for every client problem rather than repeat what has previously been done
When problems arise, is focused on finding the solution rather than dwelling on the problem
Demonstrates a proactive approach with a positive attitude
An ambassador for Kantar Health and can confidently be put in front of clients
Is focused on benefits to the wider Kantar Health business
Understands the broader Kantar offering
Desired experience
Significant experience in Market Research, either agency or client side
Knowledge of corporate financials
Some knowledge of Healthcare Industry would be of great advantage
Skills:
Confident analysis and presentation skills
Ability to advise the client and solve problems
Good Negotiation skills
Strong proposal and writing skills
Excellent project management skills
Kantar Health is a global, evidence-based decision support partner to the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotech, device and diagnostic companies. We act as catalysts, working with clients to drive distinctive decision-making that helps prioritize their product development and portfolios, differentiate their brand and ensure product profitability after launch. We have unique tools at our disposal: the deepest epidemiology and oncology data in the world, the longest-standing patient outcomes database, the largest network of peer-identified influencers and the most highly respected Health Care Practitioner panels.
Kantar Health UK, one of the Times 100 Best Companies to Work For, is part of WPP, the world's largest advertising and research company and one of the top 50 quoted companies.
Primarily to manage ad-hoc research projects for UK, European and US based international pharmaceutical companies involving both qualitative and quantitative research techniques.
To manage, coach and develop more junior members of the team and act as a role model in this context
Key Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:
Management of a number of key clients with a view to actively seeking out and driving new business opportunities
Develops client relationships and is considered a key point of contact by clients for project requests/questions
Proactively communicates with clients to understand how research is being used to drive client business
Responsible for organising brainstorming sessions and writing/coordinating proposals coaching junior members of the team where appropriate
Produces job costs and monitors the costs and profitability of projects understanding the impact on our business
Delivering Excellence:
Works autonomously on complex quantitative or qualitative research projects
Demonstrates knowledge of a variety of techniques and applications of qualitative & quantitative research and is able to suggest and advise on appropriate methodology & sample sizes
Takes responsibility for all aspects of project management from new product development, pre-launch branding & communication, proposal writing, post-launch optimisation and re-positioning to the delivery of a presentation and the final report to the client
Develops strong relationships with clients communicating on all areas of the projects and any issues/subjects outside of project areas.
Thinks 'beyond PowerPoint' for final deliverables and implements this where appropriate
Internal management:
Has strong relationships with Operations and proactively inputs to improving processes
Follows the audit checklist and the Kantar Health quality standard framework on every project
Communicates with other Kantar Health UK teams in a timely and professional manner
Consistently meets deadlines required by both clients and other internal departments
Proactively takes a lead in some outputs of internal initiatives and work streams designed to improve what we offer as a business
Development:
Prioritises workloads to ensure that agreed deadlines are met
Actively seeks out information and builds networks across the healthcare business and wider industry
Keeps abreast of developments in the pharmaceutical industry
Development of self and others in line with business requirements
Responsible for managing 2 to 3 projects at any one time, plus the associated project teams to meet objectives, whilst providing the main point of contact with the client.
Awareness and relevant utilisation of internal experts i.e. Advanced Methods, Creative Impact Team, Client Consulting Team
Support senior management in recruitment, training, coaching and management of junior staff, as well as developing and implementing internal company procedures
Demonstrated Values:
Passionate about achieving the highest quality standards
A commitment to self-development
Proactively seeks out opportunities and feedback on completed tasks / project contributions
A commitment to the development of others
A desire to find the best solution for every client problem rather than repeat what has previously been done
When problems arise, is focused on finding the solution rather than dwelling on the problem
Demonstrates a proactive approach with a positive attitude
An ambassador for Kantar Health and can confidently be put in front of clients
Is focused on benefits to the wider Kantar Health business
Understands the broader Kantar offering
Desired experience
Significant experience in Market Research, either agency or client side
Knowledge of corporate financials
Some knowledge of Healthcare Industry would be of great advantage
Skills:
Confident analysis and presentation skills
Ability to advise the client and solve problems
Good Negotiation skills
Strong proposal and writing skills
Excellent project management skills
Kantar Health is a global, evidence-based decision support partner to the world's leading pharmaceutical, biotech, device and diagnostic companies. We act as catalysts, working with clients to drive distinctive decision-making that helps prioritize their product development and portfolios, differentiate their brand and ensure product profitability after launch. We have unique tools at our disposal: the deepest epidemiology and oncology data in the world, the longest-standing patient outcomes database, the largest network of peer-identified influencers and the most highly respected Health Care Practitioner panels.
Kantar Health UK, one of the Times 100 Best Companies to Work For, is part of WPP, the world's largest advertising and research company and one of the top 50 quoted companies.