Associate Insights Manager – Qualitative Research – Political and Social Research

Ipsos North America

. Develop innovative and successful proposals based on complex requests and tenders .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeBerlin • GermanyMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in qualitative research methodologies, including data collection and analysis, while effectively building and maintaining client relationships. Proficient in delivering impactful presentations and workshops, with strong communication skills in both German and English.

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Qualitative Research ExpertiseClient Relationship ManagementData Analysis with QDA SoftwareWorkshop Design and DeliveryFluent in German (C2) and English

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Hard Skills

Qualitative MethodsData Collection TechniquesData AnalysisProposal DevelopmentResearch Process ManagementPresentation SkillsReport WritingWorkshop FacilitationAI-Supported ToolsMS Word

Soft Skills

Solution-Oriented CommunicationTrust-BuildingClient EngagementInspiring PresentationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

QDA SoftwareMS PowerPointMS Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

PhD (Advantage)

Industry Keywords

Political ResearchSocial ResearchMarket ResearchPublic AffairsEthnography

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop innovative and successful proposals based on complex requests and tenders
Maintain and strengthen existing client relationships without cold calling
Take responsibility for the entire research process, from setup and fieldwork through data preparation, presentations, and workshops
Independently moderate and observe large-scale and complex qualitative research projects
Conduct focus groups, online and offline interviews, communities, and ethnographies
Analyze large qualitative datasets, including with the support of QDA software
Derive strategic recommendations for action
Support clients in making well-founded decisions and addressing challenges
Deliver inspiring client presentations and workshops
Actively expand the Public Affairs business area and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Completed university degree in political science, sociology, social psychology, media psychology, communication studies, or a comparable relevant field
At least 5 years of experience in market, political, or social research, with a clear focus on qualitative methods
Strong experience in political and social research
Expertise in a broad range of qualitative methods and techniques, particularly data collection
Strong interest in new technologies and confident use of AI-supported tools and methods
Ability to build and develop long-term client relationships
Professional, trusting, and solution-oriented communication with clients, partners, and service providers
Excellent written and spoken German (C2 level or equivalent)
Very good command of English
Ability to write professional, high-quality texts, reports, and publications and present them convincingly
Very good knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Excellent presentation and communication skills
Experience designing and delivering workshops
Willingness to travel within Germany and internationally
A PhD is an advantage

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working
Flexible working hours
Workation in other European countries
Ipsos corporate benefits
Subsidy for the Deutschlandticket
Job rotation
Professional development and a learning culture
International collaboration
Events and local office community
Diversity and inclusion
Corporate social responsibility
Modern workplace