Senior Insights Executive
iqbusiness South Africa
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
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Posted 11 February 2026 - Closing Date 11 March 2026

Job Details

Job Description

Turn Data into Direction. Turn Insight into Impact.

We are looking for a commercially minded, intellectually curious Senior Insights Executive who thrives on solving real business problems not just delivering reports.

If you enjoy managing end-to-end research, partnering with clients and transforming complex data into clear, compelling strategic narratives this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

  • Own and manage end-to-end research projects across multiple clients
  • Design smart, fit-for-purpose research solutions (qual & quant)
  • Develop proposals and contribute to costing
  • Build strong, trusted client relationships
  • Translate data into commercially meaningful insights
  • Present findings confidently to senior stakeholders
  • Collaborate with analytics, field and operations teams
  • Work on brand health, communications testing and innovation studies


This is a role for someone who wants to move beyond execution and step into strategic partnership.

What We’re Looking For:

  • 3+ years market research experience (agency preferred)
  • Strong project management skills
  • Experience with brand tracking / comms testing / innovation research
  • Confidence engaging with clients
  • Solid understanding of quantitative and/or qualitative research design
  • Strong storytelling and presentation skills
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects with energy and precision


Qualifications

  • Completed Bachelor’s degree in Market Research, Statistics, Business, Psychology, Sociology, Marketing or related field
  • Postgraduate qualification advantageous
  • Strong quantitative foundation beneficial
  • Proficiency in tools such as SPSS, Displayr, Power BI, or similar advantageous


 
Please note: As all IQbusiness roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information; our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification

IQbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation, we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals