Job Description

At Forrester, we\xe2\x80\x99re trusted to work on trailblazing, mission critical problems that business and technology leaders face today. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re always looking to empower talented individuals to perform at their best every single day. We\xe2\x80\x99re proud of our community of smart people and vibrant voices who come together to do what\xe2\x80\x99s right by our clients and each other. Our success is driven by curiosity, courage and customer obsession. The confidence and drive to be bold at work. Join us and build an extraordinary future.

About This Role:

The Research Associate is a critical member of Forrester\xe2\x80\x99s research team and will play a key role in our efforts to strengthen the Asia Pacific research team. Candidates must be self-motivated, methodical, and well organized; confident when dealing with a wide variety of people; comfortable with data gathering and manipulation in Excel; and able to synthesize data into clear and powerful presentations as well as coherent written arguments. Qualified candidates display strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills; have accurate and clear written skills when producing questionnaires and reports; and are ready to take on new challenges with enthusiasm to learn and grow.

The Research Associate works directly with a team of research directors and analysts who research, write, and publish industry-leading reports to help make business and technology professionals successful in their roles.

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Provide timely and value-added research and client engagement support for designated analysts and provide backup to other analysts on the team.

Assist in the creation of survey questions and fulfillment of surveys to collect data.

Conduct primary research with end users and technology vendors.

Conduct secondary research for published reports using industry sources, including competitive assessment and third-party data analysis.

Assist analysts in conducting research, analyzing findings, and producing reports and presentations.

Assist in the building of analytical models, maturity models, self-assessment tools, etc.

Communicate and collaborate effectively with research directors and analysts.

Provide support for preparation, presentation, and graphics creation for Forrester events, advisories, conferences, webinars, etc.

Support in attending client engagement sessions between designated analysts and clients for preparation, note-taking, and follow-up.

Assist in managing communications between designated analysts and external vendors, if needed.

Learn and be responsible for quantitative work with Forrester\xe2\x80\x99s data.

Coordinate use of social media platforms (blogs, Twitter, and online community) in the research and publishing process whenever required.

Help the marketing and sales understand published and upcoming reports \xe2\x80\x94 this may include giving short presentations and suggesting appropriate reports for potential clients.

Job Requirements:

A strong track record of academic achievement; a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree at a minimum.

Recent graduates may apply, although some level of work experience may be preferred.

Good numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication skills; outspoken and articulate both in writing and speech.

Strong writing and note-taking skills; proficiency in English is a must.

Confidence when dealing with a wide variety of people.

The ability to work with a team and handle multiple tasks.

The ability to work independently without day-to-day supervision and as part of a global research team.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to build reusable resources like survey questions and formatted data outputs.

Curious and engaged.

Highly organized and self-motivated.

We\xe2\x80\x99re a network of knowledge and experience leading to richer, fuller careers. Here, we\xe2\x80\x99re always learning. Whether you want to hone your strengths or discover new ones, Forrester is the place to go for it. It\xe2\x80\x99s a place where everyone is given the tools, support, and runway they need to go far. We\xe2\x80\x99ll be right there beside you, every step of the way.

Let\xe2\x80\x99s be bold, together.

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