Graduate Research Executive

Overview

Are you interested in collaborating with leading global food, beverage, and personal care brands to develop innovative new products? This role offers a dynamic and varied environment where creativity meets analysis, ideal for launching a vibrant career in consumer market research.

We are seeking Graduate Research Executives to join our team starting September 2025 at our Wallingford office, operating on a hybrid basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in client and team proposal discussions and contribute to drafting proposal components.
• Conduct secondary research to gather commercial and category insights to support proposals and reports.
• Coordinate with fieldwork agencies for face-to-face research and assist in designing questionnaires aligned with client objectives.
• Perform quantitative data analysis to uncover compelling narratives and assist in compiling insightful, engaging reports.
• Develop client relationship skills, presentation abilities, and business development acumen.
• Utilize a growing range of AI tools to enhance research processes and outcomes.

Candidate Profile

• Holds at least a 2:1 degree with a research-focused background.
• Exhibits enthusiasm, a proactive approach, curiosity, and strong communication skills.
• Is forward-thinking, adaptable, and creative in problem-solving.
• Comfortable building relationships and thrives in challenging team settings.

About the Employer

We are MMR Research Worldwide, specialists in sensory and consumer research, supporting many of the world's leading brand innovations in food, drink, and personal care. Our global teams operate across the UK, US, Asia, and Africa, blending science, creativity, and curiosity to influence the products consumers love.

We pride ourselves on a collaborative, leadership-driven culture offering excellent training and growth prospects. Employee happiness and well-being are central to us, with competitive pay, generous leave entitlement, and market-leading development opportunities forming our core benefits.

Additional Information

This is a permanent full-time role located in Oxford, England, with a hybrid working model. Employment will commence in September 2025 under the management of Simon Quirk in the MMR Research department.