16 Aug
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novus insights private
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Gurugram
16 Aug
novus insights private
Gurugram
- Review and analyze client requirements, RFQs, RFPs, and other business opportunities to determine project scope, feasibility, and submission requirements
- Conduct secondary research and market analysis to support opportunity assessment, proposal development, and strategic decision-making
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather input related to project timelines, costing, and operational feasibility
- Prepare high-quality proposals, bid responses, and client presentations tailored to specific business opportunities using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Develop visually engaging documents using charts, infographics, and data visualization techniques to enhance proposal effectiveness
- Manage end-to-end proposal submission processes, ensuring timely completion of RFQs, RFPs, and related presales documentation
- Maintain and update records of proposals, client requests, RFQs, and RFPs, in CRM systems
- Manage and maintain a repository of proposal templates, case studies, company credentials, and supporting documents for efficient proposal development
- Ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance in all proposal submissions
Required Skills
- Strong analytical and research capabilities with the ability to assess project feasibility and interpret client requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration and reporting
- Strong understanding of market research techniques (primary & secondary research)
- Ability to create clear, concise, and persuasive proposals and presentations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet strict deadlines without compromising quality
- Proactive, self-motivated, and solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Qualifications And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Economics, or related field
- MBA graduate with specialization in Marketing, Business Analytics, International Business, Economics, or a related field preferred
- 1-2 years of experience in Presales, Business Development, Market Research, or a similar client-facing role
- Hands-on experience in creating PowerPoint presentations, particularly using infographics and Gantt chart formats for visually compelling data representation
- Familiarity with industries like Automotive, FMCG, healthcare, BFSI, or technology is a plus
- Experience in preparing company credentials, proposals, capability presentations, and other presales collateral is preferred
LOCATION
- Gurugram
SHIFT TIMINGS
- 10 am – 7 pm
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Proposal &
- Bid Management
- Lead the preparation and review of responses to RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, and other client requests
- Develop compelling proposals, research methodologies, project approaches, and value propositions
- Ensure all submissions are accurate, compliant, and aligned with client requirements
- Manage proposal timelines and ensure adherence to submission deadlines
- Maintain proposal repositories, templates, and best-practice documentation
Solution Design &
- Costing
- Design customized market research solutions based on client objectives and business needs
- Ensure proposed solutions are commercially viable and operationally feasible
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate closely with Business Development and Research Operations teams
- Ensure seamless coordination between sales and research teams
People Management
- Manage workload allocation and resource planning to ensure timely deliveries
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Quality &
- Process Excellence
- Ensure high-quality standards across all proposal and pre-sales deliverables
- Review outputs for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with organizational standards
- Support the development and implementation of standardized pre-sales processes
- Ensure all pre-sales deliverables undergo a structured quality assurance and peer-review process prior to client submission
- Review team outputs for content quality, methodology alignment, pricing accuracy, and compliance with proposal requirements, providing guidance for continuous improvement
Required Skills
- Strong expertise in strategic requirement gathering and solution consulting
- Proven leadership in RFP/RFI/RFQ management and proposal management
- Strong capability in research solution design and value proposition creation
- Demonstrated cross-functional team leadership skills
- Sound commercial awareness with the ability to support negotiations
- Experience in sales enablement and pipeline management
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
- Manage end-to-end execution of primary and secondary market research projects, covering multiple stages of research design, data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Coordinate closely with data processing teams, field teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely and high-quality project delivery
- Lead and support execution across a wide range of study types, including but not limited to:
- Brand Tracking
- Usage &
- Attitude (U&A;)
- Pricing &
- Conjoint Studies o Consumer Behaviour &
- Perception
- Segmentation &
- Need-Gap Analysis
- Concept Testing
- Central Location Tests (CLT) – car clinics, taste tests, etc.
- Retail Audits &
- Mystery Shopping
- Initial Buyer Surveys (IBS)
- Ethnography &
- Market Landscaping
- Consumer Purchase Journey Studies
- Design questionnaires and discussion guides aligned with client objectives and research methodology
- Contribute to research proposals and study designs for both:
- Qualitative research: In-depth Interviews (IDIs), Focus Group Discussions (FGDs), Mini Group Discussions (MGDs), Dyads, Triads, Diary Studies, Ethnography
- Quantitative research: CAPI, CAWI, CATI, Observational studies
- Synthesize research findings and translate data into explicit, actionable insights aligned with client business objectives
- Develop top-line summaries and final reports, including storytelling, data visualization, and presentations for clients
- Demonstrate strong data understanding and analytical rigor, including data checks, content analysis, and interpretation of both qualitative and quantitative outputs
- Work collaboratively within a research team handling multiple accounts and clients across sectors such as FMCG, Media, Consumer Durables, Healthcare, Automobile, BFSI, etc.
- Support account management through client communication, coordination, and adherence to timelines
Required Skills
- Strong proficiency in SPSS, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint
- Excellent data interpretation and analytical skills (quantitative & qualitative)
- Strong questionnaire design and research structuring skills
- Effective client communication and stakeholder management abilities
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong problem-solving, presentation, and storytelling skills
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team-based, rapid-paced environment
Qualifications And Experience
- MBA/PGDM in Marketing or Market Research preferred
- 3–6 years of relevant experience in primary market research, with strong exposure to quantitative research projects
- Prior experience in handling end-to-end project execution and client-facing responsibilities
- Exposure to multiple research methodologies and industry sectors will be an added advantage
LOCATION
- Gurugram
SHIFT TIMINGS
- 10 am – 7 pm
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Research Consulting &
- Insight Development
- Lead end-to-end execution of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research projects across diverse industry sectors
- Design research frameworks, questionnaires, discussion guides, sampling approaches, and analysis plans aligned with client objectives
- Provide strategic inputs to research design by developing innovative methodologies and approaches that enhance insight generation and business impact
- Apply advanced analytical techniques such as regression analysis, segmentation, factor analysis, and statistical modelling to support research interpretation, with applied knowledge of Max Diff, Kano, and Conjoint analysis
- Translate complex datasets and research findings into meaningful insights and actionable recommendations
- Develop comprehensive client-ready reports and presentations, including data interpretation, thematic analysis, and executive summaries
- Ensure all deliverables maintain the highest standards of analytical rigor, accuracy, and storytelling
Project Management &
- Delivery Excellence
- Manage multiple concurrent projects across different stages of execution, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
- Develop and monitor project timelines, resource allocation plans, and client deliverables
- Anticipate project risks and challenges,
implement mitigation strategies, and escalate issues where necessary
- Coordinate effectively with research operations, analytics, fieldwork, and reporting teams to achieve project objectives
- Ensure adherence to project budgets, timelines, quality standards, and client expectations
Client Management &
- Business Development
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned client accounts, building and maintaining strong, long term strategic relationships
- Understand client business needs, research objectives, and priorities to deliver tailored solutions and ensure continued engagement
- Lead client onboarding, project briefings, and communication throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring alignment on scope, timelines, and deliverables
- Identify opportunities for account growth through cross-selling and upselling of research services aligned with client requirements and business goals
- Manage client expectations, resolve escalations effectively, and ensure high levels of client satisfaction across engagements
Team Leadership &
- Collaboration
- Mentor and guide junior team members on research methodologies, client management, and project execution
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on continuous learning and delivery excellence
- Support capability development initiatives, knowledge sharing, and best-practice implementation across the team
Required Skills
- Expertise in primary market research methodologies, including both quantitative and qualitative research
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to derive actionable business insights
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and SPSS for analysis, reporting, and client presentations
- Applied knowledge of advanced research techniques such as Max Diff, Kano, and Conjoint analysis is highly desirable
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentation and storytelling abilities
- Proven ability in client relationship management, stakeholder engagement, and handling complex conversations with senior decision-makers
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced consulting environment
- Excellent project management, organizational, and cross-functional coordination skills
Qualifications And Experience
- MBA/PGDM or Master's degree in Marketing, Statistics, Economics, Psychology, Business Analytics, or a related discipline
- 6-8 years of relevant experience in Market Research, Consulting, Client Servicing, Account Management, or Advisory Services
- Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research engagements
- Proven track record of successfully managing strategic client relationships and delivering business impacting insights
- Strong experience in B2C research across multiple industry sectors
- Exposure to sectors such as Automotive, FMCG, Consumer Goods, Food &
- Beverage, BFSI, Retail, E commerce, Technology, and Services will be preferred
LOCATION
- Gurugram
SHIFT TIMINGS
- 10 am – 7 pm
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- Manage end-to-end recruitment for research and consulting roles
- Align hiring plans with project-based manpower requirements and build a strong talent pipeline for critical roles
- Handle onboarding and induction processes, ensuring smooth new hire integration
- Maintain employee records, HRIS updates, and complete HR documentation across the employee lifecycle
- Assist in performance appraisal cycle (form circulation, consolidation, tracking)
- Support employee engagement initiatives and retention strategies
- Address employee queries related to HR policies, leave, attendance, and payroll coordination
- Maintain HR dashboards and MIS reports (headcount, attrition, hiring TAT, etc.)
- Ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance across HR processes
Required Skills
- Strong understanding of recruitment in research, consulting, or knowledge services environments
- Ability to evaluate candidates on analytical thinking and research aptitude
- Should possess excellent English communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a rapid-paced environment
- Proficiency in MS Excel and HR reporting/MIS
Qualifications And Experience
- Graduate in any discipline
- MBA / PGDM in HR preferred
- 1–3 years of experience in HR with strong exposure to Talent Acquisition
- Experience in hiring for research/consulting/corporate roles (preferred)
LOCATION
- Gurugram
SHIFT TIMINGS
- 10 am – 7 pm
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📌 Sr. Research Executive – Account Management (Gurugram)
🏢 novus insights private
📍 Gurugram