Qualitative Research Manager

Job description / Role

Qualitative Research Manager - Dubai

The day-to-day management of multiple research projects with minimal supervisory input. The main focus will be on qualitative research but the ideal candidate will be familiar with at least the interpretation of quantitative research as well.

- Conduct depth interviews and moderate focus groups
- Responsibility for research materials design and implementation, including writing discussion guides
- Report writing and presentation creation including client recommendations, with the ability to work independently
- Management of the analysis, interpretation and reporting process so that the project reflects the Clients business objectives in the presentation and reporting of findings.
- To ensure that projects are resourced and implemented correctly, to the satisfaction of the client, within budget and on time.
- Ensuring that all day-to-day (i.e. project related) client liaison runs smoothly.
- Allocation of internal or external resources to complete a project, including selection of freelancers and/or fieldwork partners where not already defined as part of the proposal.
- Writing proposals with minimum Director input
- Negotiation of acceptable costs and contract agreements with suppliers.
- Guiding any research executives working on a project to understand exactly what is required of them and training them if necessary.
- Contribution to the overall training of executives in qualitative research techniques.
- Client management and presentation of company credentials, proposals and research results
- Creation of discussion guides and screeners + moderation of groups, interviews, ethnography and online forums
- Overall management of the research team and suppliers.
- Budget control and time spent monitoring job cost summaries regularly.
- Project Managers can also expect to take increasing responsibility for the presentation of results to clients, in particular ensuring that the results are communicated clearly.

Requirements

- Fluent in Arabic and Engligh
- A minimum of 3 years experience in market research with experience or an interest in qualitative research
- Highly motivated, self-directed & possess a driven personality capable of working within tight deadlines
- Team player with excellent written and oral communication skills
- A bent for consumer insights, intellectual curiosity, and strategic acumen
- Curious about people and human behaviour
- A passion for brands
- Bachelors Degree or equivalent related experience

About the Company

Since 2010, our team has successfully placed some of the world’s finest graduate to mid and C-level talent in organisations across EMEA and APAC, and it all comes down to our niche approach and understanding of the market place, skill sets and trends.

From our offices in Dubai, Riyadh, London and Singapore, we run a sector specific operation. Meaning we specialise in your industry and are able to completely understand your vision, provide market insights and intelligence, and deliver the best talent to fit seamlessly into your operations.