Consultant

Who we are Does this sound like you? Do you want to lead quantitative market research projects in a collaborative team setting ? Do you enjoy fostering client relationships and want to be entrusted to inform the biggest tech companies in Silicon Valley to make impactful decisions ? Are you happy to roll up your sleeves, empower , and work with the team on all phases of research projects? Then join our team! Why Join Us? You will work with and consult our clients to solve their most complex business challenges. As a result, you will have the opportunity to see the tangible results of your work on some of the world's most popular apps and tech. Your curiosity will be encouraged and celebrated within a collaborative team who are highly skilled in statistics and the latest research methodologies. Thanks to the dedication of our team, we've been listed in the GRIT report as one of the top 50 strategic consultancies for the third consecutive year. What You'll Bring Master’s degree in Social Sciences, Psychology, or Business. 3 years of relevant experience in quantitative research (market research, consumer research, social and psychological research in business or academic context) either at a research firm, a research division within a company or at an academic institution, of which 2 years of that experience is in leading full-cycle quantitative research projects. One must be experienced in all stages of the research process and genuinely enthusiastic about empirical research and client relationships. This position also requires any level of education or experience in each of the following: Knowledge of descriptive and univariate statistics Knowledge of multivariate statistics Knowledge of market research projects: tracking projects vs. ad-hoc research, panel studies vs. client studies, qualitative vs. quantitative studies, sampling Knowledge of SPSS or R or Q Knowledge of MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) Knowledge of Google Workspace (Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Docs) What You'll Do You’ll work in a team and be responsible for driving and managing all the phases of market research projects, making sure the correct methodology is used and execution is held to the highest standard. In addition, you will consult clients and advise them towards solutions. The mentoring and ongoing development of your project team members will also be important in this role. JOB DESCRIPTION: Leading market research projects of low to medium complexity. Responsible for project management from inception to execution. Takes ownership of and commitment to project success, and generates insights and recommendations tailored to business objectives. MARKET RESEARCH PROJECT MANAGEMENT Leads the entire project efficiently with respect to time, capacities and cost Identifies risks and roadblocks that may affect the timeline or project success and proactively develops and communicates solutions to address those, communicates relevant changes proactively EMPOWERMENT OF THE MARKET RESEARCH PROJECT TEAM Coaches project team members on research tasks where they need assistance/support; gives regular and timely individual feedback Delegates research tasks and responsibilities clearly and according to capacities, capabilities and - if possible - individual preferences Fosters an open and transparent team communication style, e.g., setting up regular catch-up meetings and providing an outlook on upcoming tasks/milestones TRUSTED PARTNERSHIP AND EXPERTISE Acquires an understanding of the clients’ business issues and the industries in which they operate relevant to answer the business objectives Uses methodological expertise to create custom research design, questionnaire / discussion guide and analysis plans that are suitable for answering the key business questions Uses business understanding to build a strong storyline for the report; provides actionable recommendations targeted to the business objective Develops, maintains and strengthens client relationships and trusted partnerships, confident and consultative communication approach, while still professional and friendly GENERAL Helps clients answer crucial business questions and adopt a consultative approach Responsible for actively sharing market research knowledge within the team Finds efficiencies/improvement within projects and drives them forward Lives by example in accordance with Factworks’ values, mission and strategy What we’re looking for What your internship or working student position might look like Benefits The perks of being a Factworker We provide a range of benefits to help our team perform at their very best: Flexible hours Mobile work options Ongoing training and development, both internal and external Regular team events 401k with matching company contributions Extra day off on your birthday Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability insurance Who we are Numbers are what we do and it’s our people who make them count. Fact: Data means nothing without interpretation. You’ve got to put numbers to work to make them matter. At Factworks, that’s precisely what we do. We’re a team of curious minds spread across three offices in Berlin, Germany, Bangalore, India, and Silicon Valley, U.S., all motivated by the drive to solve complex challenges through in-depth research and actionable insights. Each Factworker possesses unique expertise, but our true strength lies in how we unite these individual superpowers through close collaboration and continuous learning. Together, we answer the most critical and strategic research questions for Silicon Valley giants and rising stars, never forgetting to have fun along the way. Factworks is committed to equal employment opportunities, and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Want to know more? Follow us for more updates on LinkedIn and Instagram. Our Communication Work Schedule: 40 hours per week Jobsite: Redwood City, CA - Telecommuting from anywhere in the U.S. is an option for this position Contact: Thérèse Schernbeck, Head of Human Resources, Factworks LLC