Senior Associate, Research

Senior Associate (Quant Specialist), Research

About the Role

GLG is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Associate to join the Research team in Tokyo, Japan. This role will primarily support Japanese clients across consulting, corporate, healthcare, technology and financial services sectors by managing end-to-end quantitative and qualitative research projects.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in survey project management, questionnaire development, vendor coordination, client servicing, and research operations. Exposure to qualitative methodologies such as IDIs and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) will be an added advantage. This is a highly cross-functional, client-facing role requiring strong project ownership, problem-solving capability, stakeholder management, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. We are looking for quantitative research generalists who ideally have had exposure to the Industrials (Keiretsu / Sogo Shosha), Technology and/or Life Sciences sectors in particular in Japan.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Project Management

Independently manage end-to-end execution of quantitative research projects across multiple industry verticals and geographies

Oversee project timelines, fieldwork progress, deliverables, and stakeholder communication to ensure seamless project execution

Manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining high quality standards and meeting tight deadlines

Questionnaire Design & Research Consultation

Translate client objectives into structured, logically sound survey questionnaires

Draft questionnaires from scratch and provide consultative recommendations on research design, methodology, sampling, and survey flow

Ensure questionnaires are optimized for respondent experience, data quality, and analytical outputs

Exposure to survey programming platforms (e.g., Decipher, Qualtrics, Confirmit, etc.) would be beneficial

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

Coordinate closely with internal teams including Panel, Programming, Quality Check, and Data Processing (DP) teams for successful project delivery

Conduct feasibility assessments and recommend appropriate sample sources/vendors based on target audience, geography, methodology, and incidence rates

Work with third-party sample providers and research vendors to manage fieldwork efficiently while ensuring data quality standards

Client Management & Communication

Serve as a key point of contact for clients throughout the project lifecycle

Proactively communicate project updates, risks, timelines, and recommendations to both clients and internal stakeholders

Build strong client relationships through responsiveness, professionalism, and consultative problem solving

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Market Research, Business, Statistics, Economics, Psychology, or related fields

3 years of experience in project management and client-servicing role in market research

Strong understanding of quantitative research methodologies; exposure to qualitative research methodologies is preferred

Experience in handling B2B and/or healthcare research projects will be an advantage

Strong questionnaire writing and survey logic skills

Familiarity with online survey programming platforms such as Decipher, Qualtrics, or similar tools

Understanding of sampling methodologies, incidence management, and panel/vendor ecosystems across different markets

Superior written and oral communication skills in the Japanese business context

Full business proficiency in English and Japanese is mandatory

Strong organizational and stakeholder management capabilities

Proven ability to multitask and manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously

High attention to detail and commitment to quality

Proactive mindset with strong problem-solving and escalation management skills

Good to Have

Experience working with consulting, PE/VC, or corporate strategy clients

Ability to review and validate final reports and deliverables, while synthesizing research findings into clear, actionable business insights and client-ready presentations

Exposure to advanced analytical techniques such as MaxDiff, Conjoint Analysis, Van Westendorp Price Sensitivity Meter etc.

Understanding of AI-enabled research workflows, survey automation tools, or data visualization platforms

Benefits

Full social insurance coverage

Company-sponsored medical insurance including life, accident, and disability coverage, monthly medical allowance

Free gym membership

Support for certification and learning expenses (available to employees with over 1 year of service)

Mobility Program

Employee Assistance Program (free mental health support services)

Free AMH testing (for female employees)

Maven Maternity and Fertility (free support programs for childbirth, fertility treatment, adoption, and parenting)

Calm (free access to the relaxation and mindfulness app)

Sick Leave, 20 days of PTO

Sabbatical Leave (3-month leave for employees with over 5 years of service)

Personal Service Day (one volunteer day per year)

Free access to the Go1 online learning platform

Benefit One – Free access to participating fitness gyms

Monitor rental for remote work

Free beverages at the office (coffee, tea, water, juice, etc.)

Weekly free lunch at the office (once a week)

Hybrid work

About GLG / Gerson Lehrman Group

GLG is the world’s leading platform for trusted human expertise. We connect global decision-makers—from hedge fund managers and private equity partners to strategy leaders at Fortune 500s—with the specific, authoritative voices required to answer their most critical questions.

At GLG, you are an extension of our clients' core teams. You will work at the intersection of industries and global markets, navigating high-stakes challenges across the full spectrum of their strategic initiatives. Operating within the industry’s most trusted research environment, you’ll help our clients capture the nuanced perspectives that drive smarter, faster business outcomes.

We are a global team of pragmatic problem-solvers who mirror the intensity of the markets we serve. If you are driven by intellectual curiosity and a bias toward action, join us in reinventing the industry we invented.