There are many pieces to the market researcher’s career puzzle. Here are the six trends we have seen candidates focusing on during their job search over the past year.
6. Industry
When asked if they would be interested in working in a new industry the majority of candidates say yes. There are many commonalities across industries in primary and secondary market research, and potential employers should keep an open mind when it comes to hiring someone with a transferable skill set.
5. Leadership
Leading a team has become less of a priority as companies establish slimmer, flatter research teams. Leadership through impact and visibility as an individual contributor is critical.
Growth, growth, growth. Candidates want to know the long term trajectory of the company and of their role before they even interview. They want to know the size of the team and what the goals are for the position. Is the company title driven or is there an increased responsibility in the new position? Companies should be transparent in their conversations about growth at the firm and in the position to ensure that their candidates stay interested and engaged for the long haul.
Interested in hiring or pursuing a new position? Let’s talk further. Contact Lindsey Bartlett, Market Research Practice Lead, at 312.589-7586 or lbartlett@smithhanley.com.
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