What are the responsibilities and job description for the Market Research Specialist position at Robert Half?
You will work across all stages of the research process—from initial client consultation and survey design to data monitoring, analysis, and executive presentation delivery (PowerPoint). Projects may run concurrently, and workloads may fluctuate depending on client demand.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in initial client discovery calls to understand objectives and scope.
Design quantitative research surveys, including questionnaire development.
Program and manage surveys in platforms such as SurveyMonkey.
Oversee survey recruitment, primarily through email outreach.
Monitor incoming data and ensure sample quality/completeness.
Download, clean, and analyze quantitative data.
Develop insights-driven PowerPoint presentations with clear narratives and data visualization.
Present findings to clients in a professional, client-facing setting.
Occasionally support qualitative research requests (e.g., interviews, focus groups).
Conduct secondary/desk research when needed.
Provide an estimated number of hours and timeline per project.
Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Preferred Experience & Skills
Proven experience in survey design and quantitative research.
Strong ability to pull out key insights and build compelling presentations.
Expertise with SurveyMonkey or similar survey platforms.
Proficiency in data analysis, with experience in Excel or statistical tools.
Experience working with B2B audiences is strongly preferred.
Client-facing experience, including presenting research findings.
Ability to work on thought leadership topics such as economic outlook, industry trends, brand health, product positioning, etc.
Experience conducting secondary research and/or qualitative research is a plus.
Ability to juggle multiple research engagements.
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Salary : $48 - $55