Manager, Client Service
Chicago, IL, 60654, USA
- Marketing
- Internship
- client service manager
- media campaign optimization
- market research
The Manager, Client Service in Media Solutions leads client relationships and oversees media campaign research and delivery of high-quality insights. The role involves project management, data analysis, report writing, and collaboration with multiple teams to optimize media strategy and performance. The position requires strong communication skills, quantitative methodology experience, and the ability to drive media solutions for client success.
Job Title:Manager, Client Service, Media
Job Location:Hybrid- Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, New York City, Norwalk
About the team:
Our media effectiveness client service team are experts in understanding the changing media landscape. They help organizationsoptimizetheir media campaigns,identifytarget audiences, and measure the impact of their marketing efforts. With a focus oncutting edgetechnologies, audience measurement, consumer targeting and in-depth intelligence into paid, owned and earned media. Their global coverage and localexpertiseenable clients to better understand media audiences and their relationships with brands tooptimizeinvestment.
About the role
We areseekinga strategic, client-focused, and detail-oriented Managerto join ourClient Serviceteamin the Media Solutions group. This role iskey tomanaging client relationships, overseeingthe execution ofmedia campaignresearch, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional service andhigh-qualityinsights. You will serve asaprimary point of contact for key clients, collaborating closely with internal teams to drive media strategy, performance, and innovation.
PrimaryResponsibilities:
Responsible for the execution of Media Solution projects while supporting higher complexity projects and/or advising team members on completion of tasks
Optimizeefficiency of delivery without sacrifice of quality.
Builds an understanding of our Media capabilities, solutions, and analytic methods; working to build Brandexpertise.
Utilize various tools and partners to complete studies from start to finish.
Day to daytasksmayincludestudy setup, survey design, data analysis, reportwritingand presentation of resultsfor med-high complexity projects.
Ownsand managesproject timelines and quality, collaborating with client teams andacrossdepartments.
Leadsmeetings to scopeand kick off newprojectsas well astopresent data results toourclients andtheir end clients.
Conducts data analysis, insights generation, critical and analytical thinking; takes an active role in story buildingandcan leadateam through reportingat varied levels of complexity.
Actively seeks opportunities to support proposal development with sales partners. Can customize proposals with guidance.
Provides guidance for junior project team members, serving as a go-to for day-to-day questions
Exhibit critical thinking, seek process improvements, and foster a positive, inclusive environment.
Essential Knowledge & Experience
2+ years of professional experienceina client servicemarket researchrolewith exposure to quantitative methodologies
Strong process and time management skills; capable of prioritizing and delivering againsta volume ofcompeting deadlinesat afast pace; prior project management experience
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft office tools and ability to master other needed business tools (e.g., data management / cross tab and other proprietary tools)
Strong detail-orientation with ability to manage multiple work streams and among multiple teams
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with ability to use logical reasoning and problemsolving
Exhibits a growth mindset, a can-do attitude, andtheability to take initiative
Bachelor’s degree in market research/marketing or related social science and analytic disciplines
Kantar Benefits
We provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package, including
Medical plans with comprehensive, affordable coverage for a range of health services
Health Savings Account/FSA
Dental,Visionand benefits to cover unique healthcare needs
Wellness Program
401k with match
Tuition Reimbursement, Commuter benefits
Unlimited PTO
Why join Kantar?
We shape the brands of tomorrow by better understanding people everywhere. By understanding people, we can
understand what drives their decisions, actions, and aspirations on a global scale. And by amplifying our in-depthexpertiseof human understanding alongside ground-breaking technology, we can help brands find concrete insights that will help them succeed in our fast-paced, ever shifting world.
And because we know people, we like to make sure our own people are being looked after as well. Equality of opportunity for everyone is our highestpriorityand we support our colleagues to work in a way that supports their health and wellbeing. While we encourage teams to spend part of their working week in the office, we understand noonesize fits all; our approach is flexible to ensure everybody feels included, accepted, and that we can win together.We’rededicated to creating an inclusive culture and value the diversity of our people, clients, suppliers and communities, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of society. Even if you feel likeyou’renot an exact match,we’dlove to receive your application and talk to you about this job or others at Kantar.
Privacy and Legal Statement
PRIVACY DISCLOSURE: Please note that byapplying tothis opportunity you consent to the personal data you provide to us to be processed andretainedby The Kantar Group Limited (“Kantar”). Your details will be kept on our Internal ATS (Applicant Tracking System) for as long as is necessary for the purposes of recruitment, which may include your details being shared with the hiring manager
The salary range for this role inNew York is79,100.00 - 131,900.00 USDAnnual. Your final base salary will bedeterminedbased on several factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge,educationand/or certifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated againston the basis ofdisability
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Chicago, N. Green StreetUnited States of AmericaKantar Rewards Statement
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We want to create a more diverse community to expand our talent pool, be locally representative, drive diversity of thinking and better commercial outcomes.
Kantar is the world’s leading data, insights and consulting company. We understand more about how people think, feel, shop, share, vote and view than anyone else. Combining our expertise in human understanding with advanced technologies, Kantar’s 30,000 people help the world’s leading organisations succeed and grow.




