Market Research Associate

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Market Research Associate for an initial 12 month contract role with a leading multinational Pharma client based in Basingstoke – hybrid role.
This position is ideal for candidates looking to build experience in market research and develop their analytical skills within a supportive team environment in the pharmaceutical industry. The ideal candidate will demonstrate curiosity, good analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop a deep understanding of key therapeutic areas, market environment, treatment dynamics, competitor strategies, and customer types (HCPs, patients, consumers, payers).

• Define problems and business issues, demonstrating rigour in establishing the business problem by questioning internal customers appropriately.

• Build and maintain close working relationships with business partners to facilitate informed decision-making.

• Demonstrate proficiency in data collection methodologies, accurately identify trends and patterns within primary and secondary data, and effectively communicate results in a manner that enables internal stakeholders to utilise insights for informed decision-making (for example, forecast assumptions, brand performance and impact of promotional activities).

• Design, manage, analyse, and present market research using the most appropriate methodologies to deliver actionable insights and follow-through.

• Deliver market research projects on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with local and global standards, with full ownership at each stage.

• Synthesise insights from multiple studies to deliver well-rounded recommendations.

• Establish, coordinate, and implement affiliate market research plans in close cooperation with brand management.

• Support global and regional research to ensure alignment with organisational goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably in life sciences, sociology or psychology.

• Previous Market Research and/or data analysis experience preferred (1-2 years), but transferable experience will be considered.

• Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint.

• Knowledge of Power BI is ideal, but not essential

• Familiarity with pharmaceutical industry is desirable but not essential.

Interested candidates should submit an up to date CV.

*** Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK**
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