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STRAT7 is a global tech-enabled strategy, insights and analytics group. We help our clients ‘win at change’ by putting customer and market insight at the heart of growth strategy. Our integrated ecosystem of 400+ experts, powered by proprietary AI-driven technology, provides real-time insights into changing customer behaviour. We equip brands with the actionable strategies and foresight needed to navigate disruption, accelerate customer-centric growth and achieve meaningful commercial advantage. Our agencies include: STRAT7 Advisory, STRAT7 Audiences, STRAT7 Bonamy Finch, STRAT7 Crowd DNA, STRAT7 Incite, STRAT7 Jigsaw and STRAT7 Researchbods. STRAT7 is headquartered in London with offices in Amsterdam, Chicago, Leeds, Los Angeles, Melbourne, New York, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm and Sydney. Incite is looking for a Qualitative Associate who brings their great skills and experience to make impactful contributions, adding value to individual research projects and ongoing client accounts. Key responsibilities and skillsets Problem Solving Collaborating with team members and engaging our consultative toolkit, to respond to client briefs and questions Identification of key insights to ensure that research answers business questions and is actionable for clients Project delivery Moderation - across digital and f2f methodologies - including focus groups, Depths, Forums/digital communities, Stakeholder interviews etc. Workshops - co-facilitation of workshops with clients and stakeholders Analysis and developing outputs using Incite’s consultancy tools, to tell a clear story Delivering presentations to clients Communication and teamwork Synthesis of multiple data sources into actionable insights Collaborating with team members to interpret and communicate research findings into commercial implications that address client questions Translating insights into a clear and structured narrative, via careful audience diagnosis and storyboarding, to deliver impact via compelling outputs Building strong client relationships and identifying relevant opportunities within accounts A team player with flexibility to take different roles on different projects and work with different colleagues Project management Working with the team to cost projects End-to-end management of qualitative projects, inclusive of set-up and fieldwork – managing projects to scope, time and budget Writing screeners and quality-checking recruitment Liaising with global and domestic research partners and suppliers for effective and efficient project work Effectively managing clients’ expectations with clear communication and regular dialogue, developing relationships with key clients Experience of working on multiple projects simultaneously and juggling priorities effectively, communicating clearly to manage expectations for both team members and clients Commitment to high standards and quality, and looking to continuously learn and develop skills What we’re looking for Solid ad-hoc research and consultancy experience at an established agency Qualitative moderation experience, ideally across a range of approaches Experience of qualitative analysis and interpretation skills to answer questions and communicate implications and insights Experience across Services sectors, ideally including financial services, technology, energy or travel Experience with client contact and management Ability to execute core elements of a project independently Strong project management skills Ideally experience of delivering presentations to clients and looking to develop this What we offer Competitive salary 25 days holiday plus all public holidays Buying holiday scheme – up to 3 additional days a year Flexible, hybrid working - based in the Soho office 2 days per week 4% employee and 4% employer pension contribution after passing probation Westfield Health Cash Plan Life Assurance cover Wellness leave A varied and engaging social calendar Office breakfasts and lunches across all cuisines, catering for all dietary requirements! Recruitment process The cycle comprehends two interviews and a coffee/chat with our MD: 1st Stage: 45 minutes – virtual 2nd Stage: 1.5 hours – case study + interview - Office 3rd Stage - Meet MD for a 15 minutes chat Disclosure STRAT7 is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, who share a passion for research. Our commitment to inclusivity is not just about race and gender identity, but also age, disability status, sexual orientation, religion and many other parts of one's identity. All of our employee's points of view are key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.