Overview
In this role, you will support a European research team that guides leaders on best practices in business and technology. You’ll work with analysts to plan projects, conduct desk and primary research, and help shape research topics and reports. You’ll assist with client calls, distill insights, and support data-driven delivery. You’ll contribute to team performance tracking and ensure publications are well organized. This is a hands-on, collaborative role in a growth-focused, customer-obsessed firm.
Responsibilities
- Formulate project plans with assigned analysts and manage report schedules
- Conduct desk research and coordinate interviews, surveys, and data analysis
- Create well-structured presentations with clear storytelling for analyst deliverables
- Audit and update existing research as needed
- Perform quantitative analysis using Forrester’s datasets
- Take notes and support client calls to distill actionable insights
- Assist in preparing materials and shadow client delivery
- Collect and analyze team performance metrics and maintain publication repositories
- Collaborate with fellow RAs to balance capacity and support delivery
Key requirements
- BA or BS degree with strong academic record
- English proficiency at least at B2 level
- B2 proficiency in French, German, Italian, or Spanish
- Experience in market research or technology-related work is desirable
- Willingness to engage with colleagues at all levels
- Interest in business processes and technology impact
- Strong time and project management skills
- Working knowledge of word processing, presentation, and spreadsheet software
- Attention to detail and resourcefulness
- collaborative mindset
- curiosity and eagerness to learn
- clear communication
- quantitative data analysis
- data dashboard usage (general)
- presentation design
Research Associate employer: Forrester Research
At Forrester, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that champions curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth. As a Senior Marketing Manager in our Cambridge office, you'll have the opportunity to lead innovative marketing strategies for global events while being supported by a community of talented professionals dedicated to your success. With a strong emphasis on employee development and a commitment to diversity, Forrester is an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
