Job Description
Ipsos Unlimited Understanding is looking for a Research Manager with a passion for strategic brand advice and client partnership.
Do you thrive on building meaningful client relationships? Are you naturally charismatic, someone clients trust, enjoy working with, and turn to for advice? Do you love diving deep into consumer behavior and translating insights into impactful strategies? Then you might be exactly who we’re looking for.
At Ipsos Unlimited Understanding, our qualitative research division, we go beyond data. We uncover the attitudes, motivations, and behaviors that truly drive consumers — and we translate them into actionable strategies for our clients.
What makes your role unique
You act as a trusted partner for international clients, building strong, long-lasting relationships based on trust and added value
You lead qualitative research projects from A to Z, from proposal to delivery, ensuring both excellence in insights and a great client experience
You bring energy and charisma to client interactions, making complex insights clear, engaging, and inspiring
You translate qualitative findings into sharp, strategic recommendations that help clients grow their brands
You proactively identify opportunities with existing clients and contribute to business development through compelling proposals and pitches
You stay close to market trends and turn them into relevant, forward-thinking advice
Your key responsibilities
Co-develop and lead innovative proposals and pitches, from standard briefs to complex strategic challenges
Design and execute qualitative research projects (discussion guides, moderation, analysis, storytelling)
Deliver impactful presentations that clients remember and act up on
Build, nurture, and grow strong client relationships
Act as a sparring partner for clients, understanding their business challenges and guiding them strategically
Who are you?
You have 5-7 years of experience in qualitative research, brand consultancy, or strategic insights roles.
You bring proven experience in managing and growing client relationships — clients see you as a trusted advisor.
You are charismatic, engaging, and naturally connect with people.
You are a strong communicator and storyteller, able to inspire and convince.
You combine analytical rigor with creativity and commercial mindset.
You are structured, autonomous, and confident in leading projects and client interactions.
You are fluent in English.
What can you expect from us?
At Ipsos, you enter an environment where expertise and humanity go hand in hand. You will receive:
A competitive package with supplementary benefits based on your experience and expertise, along with 28 vacation days and 2 paid volunteer days.
Flexible, hybrid working options that allow you to balance work and private life.
A growth-oriented culture with training opportunities, international exposure, and personalised career paths.
An energetic group of colleagues known for their team spirit, curiosity, and passion for the profession.
An award-winning sports culture with a wide range of athletic activities.
Strong internal engagement programmes focused on sustainability, community, and wellbeing.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply now via the online form on our Global Career site and become part of our team!
Questions?
Contact us via [email protected] or visit our website.