Senior Research Analyst | Market Research | New York City

Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas are valued? Join Savanta as a Senior Research Analyst and help us delivery high-quality research, whilst fostering a culture of continuous innovation.

Savanta is a data, market research and advisory company with teams in the UK, Americas, and APAC. Working with high-profile organizations and some of the world’s best-known brands, we Inform & Inspire our clients to Make Better Decisions through powerful data, empowering technology and high-impact consulting.

Savanta is on a bold journey - transforming from a traditional market research firm into a tech-first, insights-driven leader.

This role will be based in our NYC office, with the expectation to be in the office 1-3 days a week.

About the Role:

As a Senior Research Analyst, you will play a hands-on role in delivering high-quality quantitative & qualitative research projects, applying your knowledge, expertise and analytical skills to support clients in better decision-making.

You will work across multiple projects simultaneously while reporting to Project Leads.  You will get to own client relationships, lead direct communications, and play a key role in research design and analysis.

This team is characterized by its flat management structure, high levels of personal career support and opportunities to take on real responsibility from an early stage.  Providing a fast-paced environment where the right person can learn, develop and progress quickly.

No two days are the same in this role! You will:

• Act as the key client contact while managing the full project life cycle.
• Draft all core research materials, from questionnaires, tab specs to recruitment screeners and discussion guides, and research reports.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure projects run smoothly from start to finish.
• Support other team members.
• Analyze data (quant & qual) to create a clear, compelling story that answer the client’s brief.
• Work with seniors to develop these into draft reports and strategic recommendations.
• Participate in results presentations to clients.

Be part of a company on a journey of tech advancement - there’s always something new to learn.

About You:

• You are confident in using quantitative & qualitative methodologies within an agency/client setting, with a desire to try new approaches and learn more.  
• A flair for designing research, with an understanding of different research methods and how to utilize them to meet clients’ needs.
• A track record of analyzing data to extract pertinent insights and actionable recommendations.
• Experienced in developing and nurturing client relationships, with the ability to articulate insights to clients.
• Naturally curious, you are someone always wanting to learn more. You will thrive on variety and challenge and being able to balance competing demands on your time
• You will challenge the status quo and share own ideas of how Savanta/ the team/ accounts can be improved, including how technology can play a role.

Beneficial but not essential:

• Advanced analytics experience.
• Consumer, Tech or Media sector knowledge

A tech-first mindset is essential as we pivot from a traditional market research business into a cutting-edge technology-first insights company.

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And in return, Savanta offers*:

• Base Salary Range: $58,000 - $67,000
• Bonus scheme
• Flexible working practices
• Generous holiday allowance
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Health package
• Retirement plan
• Team & Company Socials
• Committees for Health & Well Being, Charities & Volunteering and DE&I

*Full details of local benefits and perks available on request from the Savanta People Team (HR).

Why Join Us:

With offices in the US, Canada, India and the UK, over 500 staff globally, and ambitious growth plans, Savanta offers the benefits of scale, whilst our specialists with their deep expertise and nimble teams, make life at Savanta feel more like working at a ‘boutique’ agency.

Our client portfolio includes some of the world’s most recognizable and valuable brands such as Google, UBS, Meta, Chase, Vodafone, Samsung, Heineken, LEGO, Aston Martin, ING, Unilever, and the Cabinet Office. 

The company was founded on the belief that tech should be integral to its success, and this culture of tech innovation makes us best placed to put Savanta at the heart of our clients’ businesses offering solutions before they even know the problem. 

Part of the vibrant Next 15 Communications Group, we have an entrepreneurial and inclusive company culture that actively recognizes and values its people and offers unrivalled scope for career development, including mentoring, coaching as well as extensive training programs.

Savanta is committed to being an equal opportunities employer and continuously strives to be an employer of choice. Our people are our greatest asset - we value workplace diversity and inclusion, oppose all forms of unlawful discrimination, and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates of all backgrounds.

All candidates will be considered equally, however, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship.

As we are looking for information specific to you, we would ask that you don’t just use Generative Al tools to write your cover letter or any questions in the application process.  We may use Al Decoders as part of the review process and if your answers match to a high extent that will be factored into the review. 

For information on how Savanta uses your data, please see https://savanta.com/about/careers/job-opportunities/