Title: Market Research Executive
Location: Central London - Office Based
Pay: £22.50 per hour
Contract: Immediate Start | 2-3 Month Contract (Potential to Extend or Go Permanent)
Are you a confident communicator who thrives on engaging with senior business professionals? Do you enjoy conducting in‑depth conversations, uncovering insights, and contributing to high‑quality research? This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected research consultancy working on a major international study.
About the Organisation
You'll be joining a well‑established research consultancy known for delivering high‑quality insights to global clients. Their work spans multiple sectors, and their team specialises in gathering meaningful data through telephone, face‑to‑face, and online methodologies. They are recognised for their rigorous approach, collaborative culture, and commitment to producing research that genuinely informs strategic decision‑making.
This role is fully office‑based in the West End, where you'll work closely with experienced research professionals and project managers.
The Project
You will be part of a global research initiative focused on gathering detailed insights from executives within small to medium‑sized US enterprises. The study explores business sentiment and perspectives on the current economic climate.
You'll be provided with targeted contact lists, though in some cases you may need to identify the correct decision‑maker within an organisation. Interviews are structured, combining both quantitative and qualitative questions, and require initiative and a thoughtful, engaging approach.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct telephone outreach to targeted US business respondents and convert calls into full interviews
Guide respondents through structured quantitative and qualitative interview questions
Maintain accurate records of all outreach and call outcomes
Capture and record interview responses clearly and precisely
Work closely with Project Managers to provide progress updates and flag any issues or insights arising during fieldworkRequirements
Fluent English to mother‑tongue standard (written and spoken)
Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with senior‑level respondents
Comfortable and motivated by conducting cold calls - persistent, polite, and professional
Target‑driven with strong attention to detail and a commitment to high‑quality work
Reliable, organised, and able to manage time effectively
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and general Microsoft Office tools
Ability to build rapport quickly, probe effectively, and conduct thoughtful, in‑depth interviews