Junior Research Executive

ABOUT THIS JOB NIQ works with clients to provide insights and thought leadership to drive their business and grow their portfolios. Our work helps Clients understand consumers and shoppers via market research. We are looking for a Junior Research Executive who is passionate about market research and is driven by curiosity. In this role, you will support our senior researchers in designing, conducting, and analyzing research projects. RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in the development and implementation of research methodologies; Support senior resaercher in the following tasks: contributing to questionnaire preparation (editing, translation etc.) testing scripts monitoring fieldwork execution preparing report templates charting writing slide summaries, headlines running small projects independently (with team support). Support the team in client communications and project management; Stay updated with industry trends and best practices; Learn new methodologies (from NIQ learning resources), keeping up to date with the newest solutions for Clients. REQUIREMENTS 1 year experience in quantitative research projects; Bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Marketing or Business; Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, spss is a plus; Knowledge of quantitative research methodologies, qualitative is a plus; We are seeking individuals with a strong sense of curiosity in human behavior; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to work both independently and as part of a team; Experience in working with FMCG and retail Clients will be a plus; Fluent Czech and English are a must, Slovakian will be a plus. WE OFFER Working with the best in this field. The numbers speak for themselves: 46 of the top 50 FMCG producers and distributors in the Czech Republic trust our data and work with us on a regular basis; A friendly team with a relaxed corporate culture, where we don't have a strict dress code or unnecessary formalities. This is something our employees value the most; Access to learning platforms, mentorship programs and educational support to keep developing your skills; Daily Meal Support: Receive a 100 CZK meal voucher allowance every working day. Stay Active: Get a Multisport card for only 425 CZK/month – your gateway to fitness and wellness. An additional week of vacation: Giving you a total of 5 weeks off per year. Extra Time Off: Celebrate the New Year with a day off on December 31st. Health & Well-being: Benefit from 3 paid sick days per year to recharge when needed. Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including up to 50% home office. Great office location right on the metro station, with a shopping center on one side of the building and a park view on the other one. #LI-Hybrid Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. 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