Senior Research Analyst

The Analytical Resource Center (ARC) is NIQs analytics hub based in Mumbai partnering with client-facing teams across global markets to deliver high-quality research support and actionable business insights.

The Task Specialist will play a critical role in supporting the EEMEA and India client service teams by leading analyst / associate development ensuring delivery excellence and maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy across research projects / tasks. This role combines people leadership stakeholder management and research expertise to drive operational effectiveness and team growth.

Key Responsibilities:

A) Training Coaching and Quality Assurance

• Train and onboard new analysts / associates on NIQ & BASES proprietary tools techniques and best practices.
• Asses technical capability gaps and facilitate targeted learning and development initiatives.
• Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to team members throughout the project lifecycle and ad-hoc tasks to ensure successful execution and timely delivery.
• Review project / task deliverables with a strong focus on detail and error-free execution to ensure accuracy quality and compliance with established standards.

B) Team and Stakeholder Management

• Monitor work progress and ensure adherence to agreed internal / external deadlines and service expectations.
• Developing team members to take on next level responsibilities.
• Build strong partnerships with client service stakeholders and foster effective collaboration across functions.
• Manage multiple priorities effectively within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with Client Services Tabulation BASES Product Support and other cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Maintain clear documentation organized project records and quality-control processes.
• Identify potential project risks or challenges and proactively resolve or escalate them when required.
• Develop and retain talent through effective performance management recognition of high performers and doing timely interventions on low performers.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate degree with a specialization in Marketing or a related field.
• 2 to 3 years of experience in market research analytics or a related field. (BASES Experience is preferred)
• Proven experience managing and coaching team members through consistent structured feedback and professional development.
• Good understanding of market research methodologies and industry practices.
• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Key Competencies

• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong organizational interpersonal and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated accountability ownership and execution focus.
• Positive mindset with a continuous learning orientation.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.
• Professional client-focused and solution-oriented approach.

Additional Information :

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

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