Ipsos in US
Director
Job Description
Direct the process: manage the day‑to‑day responsibilities of several research projects from start to finish, help frame objectives, develop research design and sampling plans, create research instruments (surveys, discussion guides, screeners), analyze results and create final client deliverables. Make research happen: find operational efficiencies and drive them forward. Collaborate with your team members so that projects get done well and right—on time, on budget and on strategy for the client. When the going gets tough, you apply the organizational grease it takes to keep the whole process moving seamlessly. Show our clients the love: develop an understanding of our clients’ business issues and the industries in which they operate; maintain and strengthen client relationships; become a trusted advisor to clients by understanding their big picture strategy and day‑to‑day needs.
In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $110,000. 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.
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.
What you can expect to be doing:
Direct the process: manage the day‑to‑day responsibilities of several research projects from start to finish, help frame objectives, develop research design and sampling plans, create research instruments (surveys, discussion guides, screeners), analyze results and create final client deliverables.
Make research happen: find operational efficiencies and drive them forward. Collaborate with your team members so that projects get done well and right—on time, on budget and on strategy for the client. When the going gets tough, you apply the organizational grease it takes to keep the whole process moving seamlessly.
Show our clients the love: develop an understanding of our clients’ business issues and the industries in which they operate; maintain and strengthen client relationships through our collective team greatness; become a trusted advisor to clients by understanding their big picture strategy and day‑to‑day needs.
What Success In This Role Looks Like
As a Director you are collaborative by nature, have an eagle‑eye attention to detail and brilliant organizational skills. In this role you will have the exciting responsibility of being a trusted partner to several leading technology and media companies, managing global qualitative and quantitative research projects and helping clients solve their business problems by leveraging multiple research methodologies.
As a key leader you will build team talents and create client loyalty and respect; work closely with senior team leaders to assure project accuracy and make sure that things stay on schedule; share your many creative and analytical skills with your bright, coachable, talented team members daily.
This might be the job for you if you have:
Strong Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills
Superior organizational skills, including ability to manage and delegate work effectively, attention to detail & demonstrated commitment to the accuracy and completeness of information
Balance of attention to detail with view to bigger picture and overall objectives of each task
Ability to oversee multiple projects, including managing workload of direct reports
Strong team leadership skills with experience in mentoring and/or managing others – ability to coach, guide and support direct reports
Ability to think creatively about how to align the appropriate project resources, whether inside or outside of the immediate project team
Strong aptitude for research consulting with highly developed analytic skills
Ability to think strategically in terms of clients’ business, as well as opportunities for Ipsos to grow its business
Highly motivated, self‑directed and possess a driven personality capable of working within tight deadlines
Strong relationships with clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in addition to well‑developed interpersonal and presentation skills are necessary
Minimum of 5+ years of research experience; ideally at least 3 years on the supplier side
Equal Opportunity 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.
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 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 the code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
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 5,000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. We’re proud to share we’ve received our Great Place to Work Certification in 2022 & 2023.
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In accordance with NY/CO/CA/WA law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $110,000. 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.
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.
What you can expect to be doing:
Direct the process: manage the day‑to‑day responsibilities of several research projects from start to finish, help frame objectives, develop research design and sampling plans, create research instruments (surveys, discussion guides, screeners), analyze results and create final client deliverables.
Make research happen: find operational efficiencies and drive them forward. Collaborate with your team members so that projects get done well and right—on time, on budget and on strategy for the client. When the going gets tough, you apply the organizational grease it takes to keep the whole process moving seamlessly.
Show our clients the love: develop an understanding of our clients’ business issues and the industries in which they operate; maintain and strengthen client relationships through our collective team greatness; become a trusted advisor to clients by understanding their big picture strategy and day‑to‑day needs.
What Success In This Role Looks Like
As a Director you are collaborative by nature, have an eagle‑eye attention to detail and brilliant organizational skills. In this role you will have the exciting responsibility of being a trusted partner to several leading technology and media companies, managing global qualitative and quantitative research projects and helping clients solve their business problems by leveraging multiple research methodologies.
As a key leader you will build team talents and create client loyalty and respect; work closely with senior team leaders to assure project accuracy and make sure that things stay on schedule; share your many creative and analytical skills with your bright, coachable, talented team members daily.
This might be the job for you if you have:
Strong Word, Excel, PowerPoint skills
Superior organizational skills, including ability to manage and delegate work effectively, attention to detail & demonstrated commitment to the accuracy and completeness of information
Balance of attention to detail with view to bigger picture and overall objectives of each task
Ability to oversee multiple projects, including managing workload of direct reports
Strong team leadership skills with experience in mentoring and/or managing others – ability to coach, guide and support direct reports
Ability to think creatively about how to align the appropriate project resources, whether inside or outside of the immediate project team
Strong aptitude for research consulting with highly developed analytic skills
Ability to think strategically in terms of clients’ business, as well as opportunities for Ipsos to grow its business
Highly motivated, self‑directed and possess a driven personality capable of working within tight deadlines
Strong relationships with clients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in addition to well‑developed interpersonal and presentation skills are necessary
Minimum of 5+ years of research experience; ideally at least 3 years on the supplier side
Equal Opportunity 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.
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 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 the code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.
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 5,000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. We’re proud to share we’ve received our Great Place to Work Certification in 2022 & 2023.
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