Description
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. Data Processing works collaboratively with the research teams to provide their analysis requirements, advice on solutions to problems, and how to provide what their clients want to see from the data.
We are a team of 46 making us the largest UK-based Data Processing team in the country. Combined we have over 500 years' experience working with data. Working across multiple sectors including public affairs, media, financial services, and brand health tracking. We provide data analysis for some of the world’s biggest brands (e.g., Disney, Meta) and most Government departments.
The Role
The main responsibility of the role is to programme survey analysis - a key part of the function undertaken by the Data Processing Team within Operations. While we primarily use Quantum to process data, we also make use of other relevant software and tools where appropriate (e.g., Python, SQL, Power Query).
Supported by your manager & team, you will:
- Programme data tabulations and data exports based on the materials provided by the client.
- Combine programming, consultancy, quality assurance, and direct communication with internal clients and colleagues.
- Work closely with research colleagues across the business to provide the analysis and outputs required for their projects’ needs.
- Work on a diverse range of projects, topics, and techniques.
- Receive full and ongoing training, mentoring, and support to become proficient in the role.
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.
Desirable (but not required):
- Any knowledge or experience of a data processing tool or software (e.g., Python, Power Query).
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 market research professional. 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.
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 Harrow office on Wednesday 12th February. The role will be based out of our Harrow office but candidates will be required to come into our London office for ad-hoc training. We're looking for candidates to start on the 17th March.
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.
Global leader in market research, Ipsos delivers reliable information and true understanding of Society, Markets and People. Our solutions use data from surveys, polls, social media or qualitative, and provide actionable insights into the experience and opinions of citizens, consumers, patients, customers, employees.
