Associate Project Management Director

2 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Ipsos Full time

The Project Management Associate Director role is very important to the success of our teams working on FRS (Financial Research Survey) and MBS (Market Brand Shopper) projects as well as the wider UK business as you will be working very closely with clients and the MSU Leadership Team, as well as internal stakeholders in different markets.
We are proud that our work is supporting the strategy of our clients and helping them making the right decisions.
Part of your role will be dedicated to the FRS team, leading the implementation of the new FRS 2.The FRS is one of the largest and longest-running surveys tracking personal financial holdings, acquisitions, usage and behaviours. Working closely with the client services team, you will be involved in managing the programme strategy, including costs, global changes, client conversations and team management, as well as helping ensure the programme runs efficiently to specification and to budget.
The other part of your role will be dedicated to the MBS team, who manages ad hoc quantitative projects for a variety of different clients in many industries (confectionary, automotive, beverages, personal care, nicotine etc.)
Be actively involved in "crisis" management, either internal or with clients - be able to recommend alternative solutions based on experience. Provide excellence in programme/project direction and delivery. Work effectively at identifying and pre-empting challenges and problems that might affect the successful execution of projects
Implement efficiencies and effective ways of working across the programme/project team
Demonstrate experience in managing research inputs (questionnaire, brand lists, stimuli).
Run regular financial performance reviews to ensure programme/project is delivered within budget constraints
Provide direction and support to line reports and programme/project teams, recognising great work and ensuring a clear action plan is put in place to tackle areas for improvement
ensure quality of outputs
Use and direct others in the application of advanced project management techniques and tools
Support more junior members of the PM team in their personal and professional development
Identify the need for further training and help develop adequate training initiatives.
Quantitative project management experience at AD level.
We are looking for someone who has experience in client facing Project Management roles and continually seeks opportunities to expand own knowledge, and continually drive improvement
Able to demonstrate strong client management experience. Able to bring value to client meetings regarding the practical implementation and execution of projects
Excellent attention to detail, including data checks and proofreading
Proficient in using all Microsoft Office applications
Ipsos UK offer an attractive basic salary and a rewards package including 25 days annual leave, a pension scheme and a great range of flexible benefits to suit your personal needs. For roles at Research Manager level and above we also offer private healthcare.
In addition to this we have a fantastic Learning & Development offer delivered through a mix of face to face, online or on-demand; We realise you may have commitments outside of work and will consider flexible working applications - please highlight what you are looking for when you make your application.
Ipsos is committed to equality, treating people fairly, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment and ensuring we have diversity of people and views. Ipsos is one of the world's largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. The Market Strategy & Understanding (MSU) Service Line performs strategic research to deliver contextual understanding to help clients navigate dynamic markets. Our offer portfolio consists of strategic brand research as well as category & consumer fundamentals. We also specialize in brand equity, brand assets, brand stretch and open category opportunities (e.g. whitespace).
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