Research Executive

Job Description
Ever wanted to join a leading market research consultancy? We are looking to hire a tenacious and enthusiastic team member to hit the ground as a
Research Executive in the UK.
This role is hybrid and requires working in our midtown office about twice per week.
About us:
Hotspex, a leading market research firm, has secured its position as the most innovative company in North America for five consecutive years, ranking 4th globally in 2022. Additionally, it has been recognized as the recipient of the Most Inspiring Culture Awards for the last four years in a row. We develop new ways of gaining better, more meaningful insight to manage customer-brand relationships. This work and our global presence empower our blue-chip clients to develop and position ideas, brands, products, packaging, and communications that truly connect with consumers. Our world-class research solutions are distinguished by leading-edge technology, proprietary methodologies, and above all… employees who care about delivering a stellar client experience.
At Hotspex we know our people are what allows us to achieve all that we do and that’s why everyone we bring onto our team must live our values with us.
The Hotspex Way (Our Values)
Courage
I answer the call. I play to win. I'm here to make change happen. To act with intention. If not me, then who? If not now, then when?
One Team
I rise by lifting others. I’m accountable to my colleagues and clients who are accountable to me. I take responsibility and give credit. I debate with passion and with respect. I build meaningful connections with empathy, curiosity.
Resilience
I lean into the best version of myself and show up with grit and authority to serve the greater good. I fall in love with problems that are so important they're worth solving even (especially) when I’m unsure.
Empowerment
I take agency through freedom and responsibility. I make decisions with conviction and act in the best interest of the company. I hold myself to standards and act with intention. I get to versus have to.
Other Perks:
· Bonus Eligible
· Health and Dental benefits
· Wellness Expense Account
· To be eligible to participate in training programs and formal education initiatives.
·Amazing culture that celebrates our diversity!!!
The team you are joining:
The team you will be joining is the UK Hotspex team located in London. Our team prides itself on versatility and a willingness to learn new skills and seek out new information to solve any problems that we encounter. Thinking outside of the box is inspired by pulling information from diverse and sometimes surprising sources, hence we encourage multi-disciplinary curiosity and utilizing knowledge and experience from many diverse sources. On our team, you will have exposure to improving and implementing new processes and reimagining our methodologies and their applications.
What will I be doing?
As a Research Executive, the main responsibilities will include:
Supporting research managers/senior research executives on quantitative and research projects from inception through to delivery
Contributing to questionnaires and discussion/recruitment guides that meet the needs of the clients and research objectives
Working on data tables, checking data files, and ensuring data quality
Contributing to reports and presentations that deliver insights to meet the client's objectives and checking the deliverables for quality and accuracy
Coordinating with the internal team on the progress of the projects and following up with relevant stakeholders to ensure that the project is on track
What do I need to bring with me?
Essential:
Post-secondary degree/education in marketing, business, statistics, psychology, sociology, or a related field
Ability to understand and interpret qualitative and quantitative data, support day-to-day project deliverables
Attention to detail, organized and solutions-focused
Time management skills, working across multiple projects, prioritizing tasks efficiently
Ability to work to tight and demanding deadlines with high-quality outputs
Excellent communication skills - written and verbal, client management and coordination skills
Experience in preparing written reports and presentations in English
Proven ability to work well in teams
Proficiency in MS Office tools – a definite must
Desirable:
Knowledge of SPSS and other packages
Understanding of qualitative research