Research director – Brand & Media Benelux (Market research) dutch speaker

About the Position

Research Director – Brand & Media Benelux (Market Research) Dutch Speaker

We are seeking a Research Director for our Brand & Media team in the Benelux region. This is a high-profile role requiring Dutch proficiency to lead market research projects and deliver strategic insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead important client accounts, demonstrating experience in designing and conducting research.
• Deliver strategic, story-led presentations that drive actionable insights for clients.
• Build outputs to address key business questions.
• Have strong client servicing skills and experience in building outputs to address key business questions.

Requirements

• Experience with designing, managing, and delivering local and multi-market campaign and brand programs, ad hoc or continuous.
• Proven track record of delivering to global clients as well as big domestic players.
• POV on how to translate insight into strategic and meaningful action in today's world.
• A strong understanding of how media and brand interact, and how to pull out insights on campaign effectiveness.
• A solid understanding of the modern media landscape.
• Commercially minded – shows an understanding of how the research will be used by the client to meet business goals.
• Business development skills, including understanding/translating client needs, and identifying cross-sell opportunities with the clients you are collaborating with.

Nice to Have

• An ability to present to a range of client audiences.
• Must enjoy and have a passion for finding the real story and themes that are worthy of further investigation.
• Interest in working across multiple sectors such as Retail, Finance, FMCG, etc.
• Being a team player and positive role model is important.

We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from 50,200 euros to 54,000 euros gross per year, including holiday allowance and the 13th monthly payment. Placement within the range will depend on objective criteria including experience, skills, and internal equity considerations.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities to engage with local and global companies.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work options.
• Comprehensive onboarding and internal training programs.
• Access to learning platforms.
• Staff and team events.

About the Company

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights-delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms-NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the Diversity and Inclusion page.

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