Freelance Market Researcher

Founded in 1972, Euromonitor International is the world's leading provider of global business intelligence and strategic market analysis, with offices in 16 countries/regions. We have a team of over 1,000 in-country analysts worldwide, giving us a unique capability to deliver high quality and reliable business information in more than 100 countries. As a dedicated and independent market research provider, Euromonitor has a well
- established track record in publishing market reports, business reference books, online databases and bespoke consulting projects especially in the field of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). For further details, please access our website at www.euromonitor.com.

About the Role
We are seeking an experienced freelance professional to support bespoke consulting and market research projects. This is a senior project-based role for an individual who can independently manage substantial research assignments, coordinate key research activities and contribute to client-ready deliverables. The successful candidate will combine strong research and analytical capabilities with project ownership, commercial awareness and confidence in client-facing situations.

Key Responsibilities
Depending on the scope and requirements of each assignment, responsibilities may include:
• Independently manage assigned consulting and market research projects.
• Translate the project scope and research objectives into clear workplans, research activities and deliverables.
• Brief and coordinate other freelance In-Country Analysts and project contributors, providing clear instructions on project objectives, methodology, deliverables and timelines.
• Monitor project progress, research quality and deadlines, identifying and escalating delivery risks where appropriate.
• Lead expert and stakeholder interviews, including identifying information requirements and drafting structured interview guides.
• Conduct secondary research on industries, companies, competitive landscapes and consumer trends.
• Perform data analysis, calculations, market sizing and the interpretation of qualitative and quantitative findings.
• Synthesize research findings into coherent, insightful and client-ready reports and presentations.
• Participate in project presentations and client discussions, with particular responsibility for responding to detailed questions about the research, data, methodology and findings.
• Work collaboratively with Euromonitor project teams to ensure that outputs meet agreed quality standards and address the client’s business questions. Requirements Essential
• Substantial professional experience in consulting, market research, business intelligence, strategy research or another closely related field (preferably) for more than 5 years).
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage complex consulting or research projects from briefing through to final delivery, and manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a remote and project-based environment. Candidates need experience as a project manager in his/her previous work remit.
• Experienced in managing/executing different project types, including but not limited to market assessment, competitor study, IPO, CDD and other strategic consulting projects.
• Strong client-facing/presentation experience and the ability to communicate professionally with clients and senior stakeholders both online and offline.
• A strong commercial mindset, including the ability to understand the client’s business questions and ensure that research outputs are relevant and actionable.
• Experience briefing, coordinating or reviewing the work of researchers, analysts, freelancers or other project contributors.
• Strong qualitative research skills, including experience developing interview guides, conducting expert interviews and summarize interview notes highlights.
• Strong analytical and numerical capabilities, including data analysis, calculations and market sizing.
• Excellent report-writing and story-telling skills, with the ability to produce polished, client-ready outputs.
• Professional proficiency in both English and Chinese, including the ability to conduct business discussions and prepare written deliverables in English.
• Sufficient availability during standard business hours from Monday to Friday to manage project activities and communicate with project stakeholders. Preferred
• Established experience working as a full-time freelancer or independent consultant. Working Arrangement This is a freelance, project-based opportunity. The volume, duration and scope of assignments will depend on project requirements. Long-term collaboration is preferred, subject to project availability. Data Privacy By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal data in accordance with Euromonitor International’s Privacy Policy. We may retain your information for future opportunities for up to 24 months unless otherwise requested.