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Senior Account Manager (8707)

Ipsos  | US

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At Ipsos, we make market research work. We understand people. We know data. And we succeed in delivering results. That’s why so many of the world’s leading brands and organizations look to us for their research needs. Operating in over 80 countries, we are recognized as one of the top 2 most innovative research companies in the world. We’re a global leader in quantitative and qualitative market research and one of the fastest-growing and most successful firms in the business. Our research focuses on five areas of specialization – advertising, marketing, public opinion, loyalty, and media – and we put our people and our clients first.

Sound like the right place for your career? Share our passion. Share our success. Be a Game Changer and join us in being proud to be Ipsos.

Senior Account Manager - Bellevue, WA

As an Account Manager, you will provide strategic insight to our clients in the delivery of research services. You are conversant in quantitative research design, interpretation and analysis of results, and have an exceptional flare for building and maintaining client relationships. In addition, you are comfortable working with large data sets and have a passion for finding answers through monitoring, analyzing and understanding results to determine trends.

Key Responsibilities
* Manage and coordinate all aspects of the research process from proposal writing and research design, analysis and interpretation of results through to preparation of reports and delivery of presentations
* Client relationship management and development
* Liaising on a regular basis with all key internal operations groups (data collection, data processing and results reporting) to ensure that reliable results are delivered to client in a timely, cost-efficient manner
* Maintains project budget and works with team to ensure all aspects of the study continue to operate smoothly
* Supervises/mentors junior staff

Required Skills:

Ideal Candidate has the following Skills and Experience
* 5+ years of direct market research experience (supplier side experience preferred)
* Familiarity with Qualitative data and being able to draw insights from the data and ideally proficient in conducting qualitative research via online/offline methods
* Proven experience building and managing successful client relationships
* Ability to manage complex, multi-faceted project budgets and to create, manage, and commit to a project plan, schedule and budget
* Resourceful, pragmatic and flexible but always standards- and procedures-oriented
* Enjoy working in a team environment
* Excellent written & verbal communication skills with well-developed interpersonal and presentation skills
* Excellent organizational and problem solving skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and tasks
* Completed advanced training in a related field
* Advanced proficiency with MS Office, including strong Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills, with the ability to chart and graph research data into clear and concise presentations for clients. (experience with SPSS preferred)
* Ability to draw insights and tell a story with data
* Highly motivated, self-directed & possess a driven personality capable of working within tight deadlines
* Superior organizational skills, unflagging attention to detail & demonstrated commitment to the accuracy and completeness of information
* Strong quantitative research, analytical, interpersonal and problem solving skills
* Bachelors Degree or higher

Ipsos Makes a Difference
Our people see to that. We attract the best talent and serve the best clients. Ipsos offers a dynamic work environment where your talents are nurtured and your skills are enriched. We encourage initiative, innovation and risk-taking to further develop our business and our people. We are enthusiastic, confident and results oriented which is why our clients come to us. That’s what makes us proud to be Ipsos.

How to Apply
Interested in joining a premier organization committed to satisfying our clients beyond their expectations? Please submit a detailed resume that demonstrates you have the experience and abilities we are seeking online "by clicking the 'Apply Now' button below". Those interested are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Ipsos is committed to equity in employment and in providing a workplace environment that treats all employees with respect and dignity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all staff and applicants.

We thank all applicants; however only those short-listed for an interview will be contacted.

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