Data Analytics and Research Expert

As Project Manager, you will contribute to the successful delivery of multi-country research projects from setup through reporting, ensuring high standards of quality, efficiency and methodological rigour.

Research Delivery & Project Management

• Lead and coordinate multi-country research projects from questionnaire finalisation through fieldwork, data processing and reporting.
• Manage timelines, budgets, risks and quality-control processes.
• Coordinate internal teams and external suppliers, including scripting, data processing and fieldwork partners.
• Review and approve project materials, data outputs and monitoring tools.
• Contribute to process improvements and knowledge sharing across the team.

Data Management, Analysis & Quality

• Own data validation, cleaning and quality assurance processes.
• Develop and maintain SPSS syntaxes and data processing workflows.
• Investigate data anomalies, fieldwork issues and respondent quality risks.
• Analyse survey and operational data to identify trends and performance patterns.
• Translate findings into actionable recommendations for clients and internal stakeholders.

Panel & Longitudinal Survey Operations

• Support the management of large-scale recurring and longitudinal survey programmes.
• Monitor panel health, recruitment, retention and sample composition across countries.
• Track participation trends and operational performance indicators.
• Contribute to forecasting and capacity planning activities.
• Document methodological decisions and project learnings.

Client Engagement & Advisory

• Serve as a trusted day-to-day contact for clients on project delivery, methodology and data quality.
• Prepare client updates, fieldwork reports and methodological documentation.
• Participate in client meetings and support discussions on project performance and quality.
• Contribute to proposals and methodological recommendations based on project experience.

Innovation, Technology & AI

• Identify opportunities to improve research processes through automation, analytics and AI.
• Support the use of technology for monitoring, reporting and quality control.
• Contribute to initiatives related to forecasting, respondent quality and fraud detection.
• Promote innovation while maintaining high standards of quality, transparency and data protection.

We are looking for a Project Manager who combines strong research delivery, advanced data management and analytical skills with the confidence to work directly with clients and project partners. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of research operations, data analytics and client advisory within an international environment., * Minimum 5 years of experience in survey research, social research, market research or research operations.

• Proven project management experience within a research environment.
• Experience with quantitative research, multi-country studies, panels or recurring surveys is an advantage.
• Interest in European and international public affairs research.

Technical Expertise

• Advanced SPSS skills and syntax writing experience are essential.
• Experience with Python, R, Stata or similar tools is a strong advantage.
• Strong understanding of survey data, fieldwork monitoring, weighting and data quality processes.
• Interest in AI and technology-enabled research methodologies.

Core Competencies

• Highly accurate, detail-oriented and proactive.
• Strong ownership mindset and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working independently in a complex and evolving environment.
• Collaborative, pragmatic and solution-oriented.
• Curious and motivated to understand methodological and operational contexts.

Communication Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to explain technical and methodological concepts clearly.
• Comfortable interacting with clients, partners and internal stakeholders.
• Strong ability to produce concise, client-ready materials.

Interested?

If you are looking for a hands-on role that combines research operations, data analytics and client advisory within a collaborative international team, we would love to hear from you.