Description Are you driven by data and passionate about insights?
We are a leading global market research company, enabling organisations to make smarter, bolder, and faster decisions.
We operate in 90 different markets and have 17 different teams conducting different areas of research within the UK.
The Financial Research Survey has been running since 1977 and is firmly established as the longest-running nationally representative Financial Services survey in Britain.
It provides a single source view on a consumer's financial wallet and their financial decision-making.
Our clients include many of the country's leading financial institutions, as well as the industry regulator, and by working directly with them we get the opportunity to see the impact of our survey and how it can influence change.
The Role As a Graduate Research Executive, you'll be a key member of the team, working with clients and on our thought leadership reporting.
You'll be building your knowledge in product categories, such as current accounts or investment, to become an expert in that field and support the creation of quarterly reports delivered to clients.
A typical report covers the biggest impacts on the product category, identifying new trends and potential threats and opportunities.
You'll also be supporting with client requests and running ad-hoc analysis across the product categories on the client's behalf, as well as producing and delivering important monthly reports for our clients.
About You We encourage diversity of thought so we look for candidates who are as diverse as the societies, markets and people we work with.
Therefore we are looking for: An analytical and problem-solving mindset, focused on not only interpreting data but also understanding the "why" behind insights.
Effective communication and storytelling skills, the ability to derive actionable insights from data and present them in a clear and engaging way for diverse audiences.
Commercial awareness and client-focused mindset, with a genuine passion in understanding client needs and delivering impactful, value-driven solutions A curiosity and learning agility that fosters exploration of new ideas and openness to understanding changing trends.
Creativity and innovation to think outside the box and bring fresh, impactful ideas to life.
Embraces collaboration and teamwork, working effectively with others and valuing diverse perspectives to build on colleagues' strengths.
Strong organisational and attention to detail skills, with a commitment to accuracy and integrity in every task.
A focus on self-awareness and a growth mindset, driven to succeed and make a real impact, with a willingness to reflect, learn, and grow.
An aptitude for leveraging AI tools and techniques to enhance research and insights, in line with Ipsos' standards and policies.
Desirable Knowledge of the Financial Services industry or previous experience of working in Financial Services.
Along with… The unrestricted right to work in the UK.
Why Ipsos Launch your career with our 12-month global Generation Ipsos Graduate Programme.
You will gain the essential skills, values, and in-depth knowledge to excel as a top researcher.
Benefitting from extensive, best-in-class training covering technical, research, personal, and client-focused skills.
Being part of a cohort, you will collaborate with fellow graduates across the business, building your network and driving innovation.
After completing the programme, you will be eligible for promotion to further your career at Ipsos.
You will also have the chance to work towards the MRS Advanced Certificate, a recognised research qualification.
Benefits 25 days' holiday that increases to 30 days over time, plus an extra day off for your birthday Industry-leading Graduate Programme to kickstart your career with top training and development opportunities Flexible working and inclusive bank holiday options, recognising the diversity of our workforce and that people may celebrate different events Interest-free Future Talent Loan of up to £1,000, providing optional support for unexpected costs so you can focus on starting your career Work abroad for up to 6 weeks within a rolling 12-month period (subject to relevant Right to Work requirements) Bupa Well+ Health and Wellbeing Services for ongoing health and wellness support Comprehensive benefits including pension contributions, income protection, winter flu jabs, eye care vouchers, and many others Company paid Curiosity & ESG Days Diversity and Inclusion Belong Networks, bringing together people with shared identities and interests to foster a welcoming and supportive workplace Successful applicants will move on to a cognitive and personality assessment, followed by a virtual interview with one of our talent partners.
The final stage will be an in-person assessment centre at our London office on Thursday 23rd January and we're looking for candidates to start on the 17th March.
We are committed to equality, treating people fairly, promoting a positive and inclusive working environment and ensuring we have diversity of people and views.
We recognise that this is important for our business success - a more diverse workforce will enable us to better reflect and understand the world we research and ultimately deliver better research and insight to our clients.
Global leader in market research, Ipsos delivers reliable information and true understanding of Society, Markets and People.
Our solutions use data from surveys, polls, social media or qualitative, and provide actionable insights into the experience and opinions of citizens, consumers, patients, customers, employees.