Are you driven by data and passionate about insights? We are a leading global market research company, enabling organisations to make smarter, bolder, and faster decisions.
We operate in 90 different markets and have 17 different teams conducting different areas of research within the UK. Media Development work with many of the world’s most famous media, entertainment and technology brands to help them to better understand, reach, engage and demonstrate the value of their audiences. We focus on all forms of media and have a special interest in AI and emerging tech, gaming, social media, programme appreciation, sports, Gens Z and Alpha, B2B, audience representation – and more!
The role
As a Graduate Research Executive in the Media Development team, you will work with team members to set up research projects, liaise with suppliers and work with clients. You will design questionnaires, write table specs, check and interpret data, provide updates to clients, design reports and support debriefs.
Your role will predominantly be quantitative but there is the opportunity to be involved in qualitative research too. You will have the opportunity to work across a range of client projects, each giving you different exposure to the lifecycle of a research project.
Supported by your team and manager you will
- Work with data, to understand and interpret it.
- See the end-to-end project life cycle: taking client briefs, working through timelines and costings, questionnaire development, and quality control.
- Focus on what the data means, showing your findings to the client and impacting their business with a powerful and insights-led story.
- Be able to answer key questions, like: ‘How does our research have an impact on the client’s business?’, ‘how can they use this information to adjust their strategy?’, ‘what these changes could mean for them financially?’.
- Help us think about how we can deliver our conclusions and recommendations in an engaging and creative way.
About you
We encourage diversity of thought so we look for candidates who are as diverse as the societies, markets and people we work with. Therefore we are looking for:
- An analytical and problem-solving mindset, focused on not only interpreting data but also understanding the “why” behind insights.
- Effective communication and storytelling skills, the ability to derive actionable insights from data and present them in a clear and engaging way for diverse audiences.
- Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset, with a genuine passion in understanding client needs and delivering impactful, value-driven solutions
- A curiosity and learning agility that fosters exploration of new ideas and openness to understanding changing trends.
- Creativity and innovation to think outside the box and bring fresh, impactful ideas to life.
- Embraces collaboration and teamwork, working effectively with others and valuing diverse perspectives to build on colleagues' strengths.
- Strong organisational and attention to detail skills, with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in every task.
- A focus on self-awareness and a growth mindset, driven to succeed and make a real impact, with a willingness to reflect, learn, and grow.
- An aptitude for leveraging AI tools and techniques to enhance research and insights, in line with Ipsos' standards and policies.
Along with…
The unrestricted right to work in the UK.
Why ipsos
Launch your career with our 12-month global Generation Ipsos Graduate Programme. You will gain the essential skills, values, and in-depth knowledge to excel as a top researcher. Benefitting from extensive, best-in-class training covering technical, research, personal, and client-focused skills. Being part of a cohort, you will collaborate with fellow graduates across the business, building your network and driving innovation.
After completing the programme, you will be eligible for promotion to further your career at Ipsos. You will also have the chance to work towards the MRS Advanced Certificate, a recognised research qualification.
Benefits
- 25 days’ holiday that increases to 30 days over time, plus an extra day off for your birthday
- Industry-leading Graduate Programme to kickstart your career with top training and development opportunities
- Flexible working and inclusive bank holiday options, recognising the diversity of our workforce and that people may celebrate different events
- Interest-free Future Talent Loan of up to £1,000, providing optional support for unexpected costs so you can focus on starting your career
- Work abroad for up to 6 weeks within a rolling 12-month period (subject to relevant Right to Work requirements)
- Bupa Well+ Health and Wellbeing Services for ongoing health and wellness support
- Comprehensive benefits including pension contributions, income protection, winter flu jabs, eye care vouchers, and many others
- Company paid Curiosity & ESG Days
- Diversity and Inclusion Belong Networks, bringing together people with shared identities and interests to foster a welcoming and supportive workplace
Successful applicants will move on to a cognitive and personality assessment, followed by a virtual interview with one of our talent partners. The final stage will be an in-person assessment centre at our London office on Thursday 13th February.
We are committed to equality, treating people fairly, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment and ensuring we have diversity of people and views. We recognise that this is important for our business success - a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients.
