Senior Research Consultant

Reach3 Insights

$85K — $110K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • University or College degree in a relevant discipline.
  • 5+ years of hands-on research experience, preferably in a supplier-side organization.
  • Proficiency in research methodologies such as questionnaire design and data collection.
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with a proactive attitude towards problem-solving.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized, capable of managing multiple projects and changing priorities.
  • Enthusiastic about mentoring junior researchers and receptive to mentorship from senior colleagues.
  • Ability to translate complex data into clear and impactful insights.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all stages of market research projects from design to delivery.
  • Develop questionnaires and discussion guides tailored to client needs.
  • Oversee data collection processes and ensure quality control.
  • Analyze and synthesize quantitative and qualitative data into actionable insights.
  • Craft compelling reports that elevate deliverables beyond client expectations.
  • Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with clients for long-term collaboration.
  • Guide and mentor junior researchers in project execution and client management.

Benefits

  • Home office, internet, and cellphone stipends to support remote work.
  • Retirement savings with employer matching for future financial security.
  • Comprehensive paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance.
  • Flexible working options including hybrid or remote models.
  • Health, vision, and dental benefits for overall well-being.
  • Generous sick, personal, and mental health days to support employee health.
Full Job Description
Location: USA - Chicago | Employment Type: Full-time | Reports to: EVP

Reporting to EVP, we're looking for a client focused and passionate Senior Research Consultant to join Reach3 Insights. In this role, you'll help drive business success across a variety of industries and global brands, working with smart, kind people who love turning human insights into clear stories, stronger decisions, and better customer experiences.

This role is open to candidates based in the US region only, with a hybrid working model designed to support connection, focused work, and real life outside of work.

What you'll own
  • Manages all stages of the market research project cycle including:
    • Designing and developing questionnaires and discussion guides,
    • Overseeing data collection & ensuring strict quality control,
    • Identifying and writing up analytical findings,
    • Visualizing and reporting quantitative and qualitative findings,
    • Report writing and taking deliverables to the next level,
    • Working with marketing research software packages.
  • Help to proactively nurture and develop strategic client relationships
  • Mentor & manage junior researchers on the project execution & client management process.
  • Bring an exceptional drive and entrepreneurial mindset, while also being highly organized related to planning and implementing both strategic and tactical project timelines.
  • Be an enduring, positive and collaborative member of the team who genuinely cares about all facets of the company, our strategy and reputation in the market.

What you bring
  • University or College degree in a relevant discipline.
  • 5+ years of relevant hands-on work experience, preferably with a supplier side organization
  • Hands-on research exposure, including questionnaire design, sample frame development, field management, analysis planning, data visualization and creative report writing.
  • Incredible attention to detail and be highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple projects at once and consistently shifting priorities and timelines.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills - someone who is unafraid of asking questions or for help when they face roadblocks.
  • Enthusiasm for coaching & training junior researchers, as well as be mentored by your senior colleagues.
  • An innate ability to find the story in the numbers, and to sift through qualitative & qualitative data to extract meaningful nuggets and insights.
  • Creative data visualization and reporting skills - someone who develops reports that always impress colleagues and clients.

Nice to have
  • Experience in qualitative and direct moderation practices such as interviews, focus groups and/or bulletin boards, etc.
  • Experience working in media and entertainment industry is a plus.

Why Reach3 for your next career adventure?

At Reach3, how we work matters just as much as what we deliver. We're building a place where people can do meaningful work, grow their careers, partner with great clients, and enjoy the humans they work with along the way.

Fair compensation: We're committed to pay equity and fair pay practices. The salary range for this role is USD $85,000 to $110,000, with final compensation based on skills, experience, and internal equity.

  • Home office, internet, and cellphone stipends
  • Retirement savings with employer matching
  • Parental leave top-up

Flexibility and time off: Flexible ways of working, home office support, and comprehensive paid time off so you can recharge and do your best work.

  • Hybrid or remote working model, depending on role and location
  • Comprehensive paid time off
  • Volunteer and professional development days

Health and wellness: Benefits that support the whole human, not just the employee.

  • Competitive health, vision, and dental benefits
  • Health spending account
  • Generous sick, personal, and mental health days
  • Additional health benefits with Canada Life


Our values

Our values guide how we work together, make decisions, and show up for customers and each other:
  • Courage
  • Results
  • Energy
  • Kinship

The not-so-fine print

You must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this role. At Reach3, we value the unique qualities and experiences each candidate brings. We personally review every application and do not use AI or automated systems to screen or filter resumes.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every requirement above, we still encourage you to apply. Research shows that people from underrepresented groups often apply only when they feel 100% qualified. We're proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to building a team culture that celebrates diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Please note that, given our security and compliance certifications, final applicants may be required to undergo a background check. No recruiters and no phone calls, please.

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