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Manager, Client Service

Kantar, Chicago

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Job Title:  Manager , Client Service, Media  

Job Location:  Hybrid- Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, New York City, Norwalk  

About the team:  

Our media effectiveness client service team are experts in understanding the changing media landscape. They help organizations  optimize   their media campaigns,  identify   target audiences, and measure the impact of their marketing efforts. With a focus on  cutting edge   technologies, audience measurement, consumer targeting and in-depth intelligence into paid, owned and earned media. Their global coverage and local  expertise   enable clients to better understand media audiences and their relationships with brands to  optimize   investment.  
 

About the role  

We are  seeking   a strategic, client-focused, and detail-oriented Manager to join our   Client Service   team   in the Media Solutions group .    This role is  key to   managing client relationships, overseeing  the execution of  media campaign  research , and ensuring the delivery of exceptional service and   high - quality   insights . You will serve as  a   primary point of contact for key clients, collaborating closely with internal teams to drive media strategy, performance, and innovation.  

Primary  Responsibilities:  

  • Responsible for the execution of Media Solution projects while supporting higher complexity projects and/or advising team members on completion of tasks   

  • Optimize   efficiency of delivery without sacrifice of quality.   

  • Builds an understanding of our Media capabilities, solutions, and analytic methods; working to build Brand  expertise .   

  • Utilize various tools and partners to complete studies from start to finish.  

  • Day to day   tasks   may   include  study setup, survey design, data analysis, report  writing   and presentation of results   for med-high complexity projects.  

  • Own s   and m anage s   project timelines and quality, collaborating with client teams and  across  departments.  

  • Lead s   meetings to scope   and kick off new   projects  as well as   to  present data results to  our  clients and  their end clients .  

  • Conducts data analysis, insights generation, critical and analytical thinking; takes an active role in story building  and   can lead  a  team through reporting  at varied levels of complexity .  

  • Actively seeks opportunities to support proposal development with sales partners. Can customize proposals with guidance .  

  • Provides guidance for junior project team members, serving as a go-to for day-to-day questions   

  • Exhibit critical thinking, seek process improvements, and foster a positive, inclusive environment.  

Essential Knowledge & Experience   

  • 2+ years of professional experience  in   a client service  market research  role  with exposure to quantitative methodologies   

  • Strong process and time management skills; capable of prioritizing and delivering against  a volume of  competing deadlines   at a  fast pace ; prior project management experience   

  • Proficient computer skills in Microsoft office tools and ability to master other needed business tools (e.g., data management / cross tab and other proprietary tools)   

  • Strong detail-orientation with ability to manage multiple work streams and among multiple teams   

  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with ability to use logical reasoning and problem   solving   

  • Exhibits a growth mindset , a can-do attitude, and   the  ability to take initiative   

  • Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related social science and analytic disciplines  

Kantar Benefits  

We provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package, including  

  • Medical plans with comprehensive, affordable coverage for a range of health services  

  • Health Savings Account/FSA  

  • Dental,  Vision   and benefits to cover unique healthcare needs  

  • Wellness Program  

  • 401k with match  

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Commuter benefits  

  • Unlimited PTO  

Why join Kantar?  

We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people, we can  

understand what drives their decisions, actions, and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depth  expertise   of human understanding alongside ground-breaking technology, we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast-paced, ever shifting world.  

And because we know people, we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest  priority   and we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage teams to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand no  one   size fits all; our approach is flexible to ensure everybody feels included, accepted, and that we can win together.  We’re   dedicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like  you’re   not an exact match,  we’d   love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.  

Privacy and Legal Statement  

PRIVACY DISCLOSURE: Please note that by  applying to   this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and  retained   by The Kantar Group Limited (“Kantar”). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment, which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager  

The salary range for this role in  New York is   79,100.00 - 131,900.00 USD   Annual. Your final base salary will be  determined   based on several factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge,  education   and/or certifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against  on the basis of   disability  

Location

Chicago, N. Green StreetUnited States of America

Kantar Rewards Statement

At Kantar we have an integrated way of rewarding our people based around a simple, clear and consistent set of principles. Our approach helps to ensure we are market competitive and also to support a pay for performance culture, where your reward and career progression opportunities are linked to what you deliver.  

We go beyond the obvious, using intelligence, passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. Apply for a career that’s out of the ordinary and join us.  

We want to create an equality of opportunity in a fair and supportive working environment where people feel included, accepted and are allowed to flourish in a space where their mental health and well being is taken into consideration.  

We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool, be locally representative, drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.  

Kantar is the world’s leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies, Kantar’s 30,000 people help the world’s leading organisations succeed and grow.