Research Director (Market Research)

TL;DR

Research Director (Market Research): Leading high-profile client accounts and designing multi-market brand and communication studies with an accent on strategic storytelling and campaign evaluation. Focus on translating consumer insights into actionable business strategies and driving cross-sell opportunities.

Location: Hybrid in Leuven, Belgium

Salary: EUR 50,200 - 54,000 yearly

Company

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior through advanced analytics.

What you will do

• Lead high-profile client accounts and deliver strategic, story-led presentations that drive actionable insights.
• Design and manage local and multi-market ad-hoc brand and communication studies.
• Analyze the interaction between media and brand to evaluate campaign effectiveness.
• Translate research insights into strategic and meaningful business actions.
• Identify cross-sell opportunities and translate client needs into business growth.

Requirements

• Dutch language proficiency is required.
• Experience designing and delivering local and multi-market campaign and brand programs.
• Proven track record of working with global clients and large domestic players.
• Solid understanding of the modern media landscape and how media and brand interact.
• Must be able to work in a hybrid model based in Leuven, Belgium.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid working model with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive onboarding and internal training programs.
• Access to learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and volunteer time off.
• Dynamic work environment collaborating with local and global companies.