The Blackstone Group is a fast growing, international full service marketing research firm in downtown Chicago.  The company regularly services Fortune 500 clients in the core sectors including financial services, technology, insurance, and healthcare to help them reach their goals by providing high quality, actionable insights and customized solutions.  

We are looking for creative problem solvers, passionate about research and curious about learning about consumer behavior and attitudes and providing value-added solutions to clients.  We’re looking for individuals who are committed to research as a career.  If this sounds like you, we encourage qualified individuals to apply for the position of Assistant Project Director.   This is a mid-level position with opportunity for growth.

Specific Project Management responsibilities include:

•          Manage multiple research projects, from questionnaire design through report preparation.

•          Service internal and external client on a daily basis.

•          Check accuracy of questionnaire revisions, CATI scripts, data tables, reports, and presentations.

•          Take initiative to contribute to projects and to learn additional aspects of project management.

Specific Client Service responsibilities include:

• Communicate professionally with clients via phone, mail and /or e-mail.
• Develop and grow working relationship with client.
• Assist Project Director(s) and business development team with proposal writing.

The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Masters degree preferred (specifically marketing or market research) or MBA.
• GPA of 3.5 or above.
• 1-2 years experience in client-oriented professional services.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Very good organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated strong track record of effective client servicing.

This position offers a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan, and performance incentives. 

The Blackstone Group is a minority-owned company and an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Our office in beautiful downtown Chicago is only steps away from the El and has great views of Grant Park and Lake Michigan.  Please visit our website at www.bgglobal.com to learn more about our company.  No Phone Calls Please.