Mintel

Senior Research Consultant – Primary Research

Mintel · Chicago

Posted 29 days ago

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
29 days
Mintel's roles stay open a median of 36 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
0% of Mintel's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Mintel
high
8 stale, 2 reposted of 21 open
Hiring momentum
36 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

The Senior Research Consultant will lead client relationships and manage primary research projects, utilizing advanced analytical techniques to generate actionable insights. Responsibilities include presenting findings, collaborating with various teams, and engaging with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored research solutions. The role requires strong analytical skills, project management capabilities, and effective communication to ensure client satisfaction.

Our read on this posting3.6out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • At least five years of experience in primary research
  • Ability to design, execute, and analyze quantitative and qualitative studies
  • Strong critical thinking and presentation skills
  • Experience managing multiple projects
  • High proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong analytical capabilities and attention to detail

Nice to have

  • Experience with tools such as Q, SPSS, SAS or other cross-tabulation and statistics tools
  • Experience in public speaking and writing articles/blogs
  • Familiarity with industry trends and market dynamics

What you get

  • Salary range of $64,000 to $80,000
  • Medical/dental/vision insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Health savings accounts
  • Employer paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match

Worth weighing

  • Hybrid position based in Chicago
  • Role involves significant client interaction and public speaking
  • Expectations for mentoring and collaboration with other consultants

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