Vice President, Client Service Creative

We go beyond the obvious using intelligence passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in.

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Job Details

Job Location: (Hybrid) Chicago Atlanta New York Boston Norwalk

PrimaryObjective:ProfitablygrowKantarsCreativebusinessasanexpertin

thefieldandbybringingsolutionexpertisetomarket clients and prospects.Build manage andnurtureahigh-performanceteam that deliverswell and drives new revenue with existing clients.

Strategic Leadership & Client Impact

Serve as a trusted advisor to top-tier clients delivering strategic guidance and shaping creative solutions that drive measurable impact.

Lead the vision for Creative Solutions championing innovation and thought leadership across industries using Kantar insights and data.

Oversee solution architecture for major pitches and renewals ensuring compelling designaccuratecosting and alignment with clientobjectives.

Team Leadership & Development

Inspire and lead a high-performing Client Service team setting clear direction and fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration.

Mentor senior leaders and cultivate talent through structured development programs upskilling initiatives and career growth opportunities.

Promote employee engagement and satisfaction by championing KantarsCreativeCommunity and driving inclusion and empowerment.

Cross-Solution Collaboration

Drive integration across Kantars solution areas to deliver holistic cross-functional insights and creative strategies.

Partner with Product and Syndicated teams to influence solution development based on client needs and market trends.

Collaborate with Sales and Strategic Client teams toidentifyopportunities shape value propositions and accelerate revenue growth.

Operational Excellence

Set and communicate delivery and profitability strategies ensuring efficient resource utilization and sustainable growth.

Sponsor initiatives that streamline processes enhance automation and improve delivery quality.

Ensure best practices for project execution and step in on high-complexity engagements when strategic oversight is.

Thought Leadership & Market Influence

Represent Kantar as a creative authority in industry forums client engagements and internal knowledge-sharing platforms.

Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders internally and externally to foster knowledge exchange and innovation.

EssentialKnowledge&Experience 10yearsofmarketresearchdesignexperienceincluding5yearsmanaging

largeteams

Experienceanddemonstratedability leadingandcoachingteammemberstakinganactiveroleintheirdevelopment as professionalsExperiencecreatingstudydesignsforstrategicresearchprojectsservingassubject matterexpertoneffective research design to clients

Can-do attitude with experience successfully managing complexity is driven takes initiativedemonstratesownershipand can manage challenging situations

Strong project management experience with the ability tomaintaingood timemanagement while prioritizingdelegatingand delivering

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to use logical reasoning and problem-solving

Excellent presentation skills withdemonstratedsuccess in presenting to senior level clients

Bachelors degree in market research/marketing or related social science and analytic subject areas. Masters preferred

Essential Skills & Capabilities

Technical/ Analytical

Proficient in quantitative research methodologies

Provides technical leadership formaximumclient impact

Managerial Skills

Ability to plan / architect complex solutions and bring together the right capabilities and lead cross-functional teams

Excellent project management skills

Motivates/ leads individuals & teams stewards team culture

Communication

Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills

Confidently delivers messages and exemplifies Kantar values

Kantar Benefits

We provide a comprehensive highly competitive benefits package including:

• Medical plans with comprehensive affordable coverage for a range of health services
• Health Savings Account/FSA
• Dental Vision and benefits to cover unique healthcare needs
• Wellness Program
• 401k with match
• Tuition Reimbursement Commuter benefits
• Unlimited PTO

Why join Kantar

We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people we can understand what drives their decisions actions and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depth expertise of human understanding alongside ground-breaking technology we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast-paced ever shifting world.

And because we know people we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highest priority and we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage teams to spend part of their working week in the office we understand no one size fits all; our approach is flexible to ensure everybody feels included accepted and that we can win together. Were dedicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people clients suppliers and communities and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel like youre not an exact match wed love to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.

Privacy and Legal Statement

PRIVACY DISCLOSURE: Please note that by applying to this opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed and retained by The Kantar Group Limited (Kantar). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager

The salary range for this role is $180000 - $220000 Annual. Your final base salary will be determined based on several factors which may include but are not limited to location work experience skills knowledge education and/or certifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability

Kantar Rewards Statement

At Kantar we have an integrated way of rewarding our people based around a simple clear and consistent set of principles. Our approach helps to ensure we are market competitiveand alsoto support a pay for performance culture where your reward and career progression opportunities are linked to what you deliver.

We go beyond the obvious using intelligence passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. Apply for a career thats out of the ordinary and join us.

We want to create an equality of opportunity in a fair and supportive working environment where people feel included accepted and are allowed to flourish in a space where their mental health andwell beingis taken into consideration.

We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool be locally representative drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.

Kantar is the worlds leading data insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think feel shop share vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies Kantars 30000 people help the worlds leading organisations succeed and grow.

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Kantar Rewards Statement

At Kantar we have an integrated way of rewarding our people based around a simple clear and consistent set of principles. Our approach helps to ensure we are market competitiveand alsoto support a pay for performance culture where your reward and career progression opportunities are linked to what you deliver.

We go beyond the obvious using intelligence passion and creativity to inspire new thinking and shape the world we live in. Apply for a career thats out of the ordinary and join us.

We want to create an equality of opportunity in a fair and supportive working environment where people feel included accepted and are allowed to flourish in a space where their mental health andwell beingis taken into consideration.

We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool be locally representative drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.

Kantar is the worlds leading data insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think feel shop share vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies Kantars 30000 people help the worlds leading organisations succeed and grow.