Research Manager

About us:Toluna is the global research and insights leader that enables businesses to make smarter, data-driven decisions – faster. For 25 years, we have partnered with the world’s leading brands, delivering transformative impact through our advanced technology platform, comprehensive solution portfolio, expansive global first-party panel, and world-class team of leading research experts. Since 2019, we’ve made significant investments in artificial intelligence to enhance automation, accelerate insight delivery, and unlock deeper understanding at scale. With 40+ offices worldwide, Toluna operates in 70+ countries, redefining the future of insights. Learn more at www.tolunacorporate.comIntroduction:As a Research Manager, you will lead and deliver diverse and complex quantitative research projects. Working within a dynamic, international environment, you will manage projects end-to-end, develop client relationships, and mentor junior team members. Your expertise will help address clients' business challenges across industries such as FMCG, healthcare, automotive, technology, and financial services, ensuring actionable insights and impactful results.Responsibilities:Design research questionnaires that meet project objectives in consultation with clients and senior researchers.Manage research studies independently from initiation to delivery, ensuring quality, accuracy, and timely completion.Analyze and transform data into clear, story-driven reports and presentations that address clients’ research, commercial, and communication goals.Work closely with internal operations teams to oversee survey deployment, data collection, and analysis processes and manage timelines.Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and provide tailored solutions and consultancyMentor and coach junior team members, ensuring seamless project delivery and fostering professional growth.Collaborate with Client and Commercial Directors to co-lead research-focused client engagements and manage emerging issues.Your Profile:4-8 years of experience in quantitative market research, preferably on agency side.A results-driven, can-do attitude with a passion for research excellence.Strong organizational and project management skills, handling multiple tasks effectively.A passion for brands and product innovation, digital media and making an impact on people.Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Dutch is advantageous.Experience or education in fields such as Marketing, Business, Economics, Communications, Social Sciences, or similar areas. Formal degrees are welcome but not required.Proven expertise in designing, managing, and delivering complex research projects.Excellent analytical and storytelling skills with a focus on turning complex data into actionable insights and presenting these findingsProven ability to build and manage client relationshipsHighly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment.Positive, solution-oriented attitude with a passion for brands and product innovation and digital media.Robust coaching and mentoring abilities.Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Commitment to fostering an inclusive, empathetic, and transparent work culture.Our Values:Acting with Ownership- Demonstrating individual accountabilityBringing a forward mindset- Being action-oriented, bold and entrepreneurialCollaborating with Curiosity- Exhibiting teamwork through togethernessDiscussing openly, committing jointly- Sharing your views openlyEmbracing empathy- Being egoless & caringWhat we Offer:At Toluna, we’re all about creating a welcoming, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, and plenty of opportunities to grow within our global team. Inclusion and respect are at the heart of what we do. Our community connects over 72 million people across 70 countries. If you’re passionate about making an impact, we’d love to have you on board.Other Benefits:A challenging position in a dynamic, fast-paced, innovative, quickly growing global company.A flexible work environment with a focus on owning and taking pride in your work.Growth opportunities in line with your career ambitions and passions.Global onboarding and frequent internal training and sharing opportunities.Our employees have exclusive access to Udemy Business. With our company license, you have unlimited access to all external courses.An open-culture work environment staffed with ambitious and fun colleaguesHybrid working including work-from-home compensationA competitive salary package including a good pension scheme, bonus plan, 25 paid days of leave, and full travel reimbursement (yes, that includes cycling!).An amazing, stylish office space in one of the city’s most trendy areas, close to Hotel New York where we have our weekly Friday drinks.Join our global team. We welcome big thinking and reward great work.