Key skills
AnalyticsMentoringCollaboration
About this role
Role Overview
- Oversee a portfolio of high-value accounts; manage and lead small portfolio teams or strategic account teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes.
- Serve as a senior advisor to executive-level stakeholders; influence strategic investment decisions through evidence-based insights.
- Accountable for retention of portfolio and responsible for multi-year growth plans, cross-sell strategies, and achievement of significant revenue targets.
- Lead executive-level research initiatives; synthesize primary, secondary, and advanced analytics into actionable narratives for senior decision-making.
- Optimize resource allocation and deliver operational efficiency across portfolio teams; shape best practices for quality delivery at scale.
- Represent Kantar in industry forums and enterprise-wide initiatives; champion innovation in media analytics and cross-platform measurement.
- Develop and nurture high-performing teams by identifying, mentoring, and advancing top talent through a culture of continuous learning and collaboration.
Requirements
- 10+ years in media research, analytics, or consulting with proven success in executive-level engagement.
- Expertise in digital ecosystems, cross-platform measurement methodologies, creative quality, and/or placement and audience insights.
- Strong command of advanced research techniques, including attribution, ROI modeling, and audience segmentation.
- Advanced ability to synthesize complex data into compelling narratives for executive audiences.
- Proven ability to shape strategic investment decisions and drive commercial outcomes.
- Track record of delivering multi-year growth plans and achieving significant revenue targets for an account portfolio.
- Demonstrated success in managing senior client relationships and leading high-performing teams, including direct management of a team of 3 or more professionals.
- Ability to navigate fast-paced agency or complex client environments, balancing strategic depth with delivery efficiency.
- Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related social science and analytic subject areas. Masters preferred
Benefits
- Medical plans with comprehensive, affordable coverage for a range of health services
- Health Savings Account/FSA
- Dental, Vision and benefits to cover unique healthcare needs
- Wellness Program
- 401k with match
- Tuition Reimbursement, Commuter benefits
- Unlimited PTO