Graduate Panel Executive

At a glance: Location – Mumbai, India  Start Date – August 2025 Contract Type – Permanent Working Arrangement – Hybrid    Here’s a summary of the role:    The YouGov Operations Teams provide support to research teams in Europe, the USA, the Middle East and APAC, enabling them to offer quality consultancy on a wide variety of topics. You will be part of the YouGov Panel Operations Team that strives to provide excellent service around YouGov's Online Panels by supporting the rest of the organization with the delivery of feasibility, sample and fieldwork services.  Our 12-month graduate programme gives you the opportunity to gain training in the world of YouGov’s Online Panels. Alongside on the job coaching from a range of mentors, you will receive further support from our Talent Development team. There will be an opportunity to join us permanently at the end of the program.  During your programme, you will receive the following from us:  Learnings about the flow of a market research project: needs, setup, data collection, deliveries  Understanding the different methodologies used in online sampling  Learnings about types of varieties of target groups and sample requirements  Training in our proprietary tools to run feasibilities and sample projects across our YouGov Panels  Developing your project managing skills  Training how to keep the YouGov Panels safe and healthy  Learnings about Online Panel best-practices  First steps and experiences in a truly global and international operations team    Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):  Running feasibility checks in our YouGov Panels and providing internal clients with sampling plans & best practices  Technical set-up and launch of fieldwork projects using our Panels and liaising with internal clients on fieldwork progress  Aligning and technical set-up with our Partner Panels  Running daily Quality Control across our Panels to keep these safe & healthy  Maintaining excellent record administration so as to have an accurate log of work carried out as part of the service    These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview:  Creative & flexible thinking & working – Working in the heart of our YouGov Panels will create challenges and opportunities every day! You will be required to respond to these and deliver the solutions to help and support our internal clients  Teamwork – YouGov Panel Operations is a global team – the ability to work from a global perspective and think as part of a team is essential  We love numbers and technology - your analytical and numerical skills will be challenged in providing excellent service to our internal clients, but don't worry, with your open mind to new technologies we have the best solutions quick at hand  Ideally you have a degree in a data-based or socio-economic or psychological subject  We like to be fast - you can deliver results, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively  You are comfortable using standard Microsoft applications such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.  And of course, you’ll have excellent English speaking, reading, and writing skills                  What to expect from the hiring process:  Call with Talent Partner  Assessment/Practical Interview  Final Interview with the hiring team    Graduate Programme Overview:  Our Graduate Programme is designed to accelerate your career and provide a comprehensive foundation for success. Here's what you can expect:  12-Month Development Programme: A structured programme featuring role-specific training and professional skills development to equip you for success.  Real-World Experience: Engage in meaningful tasks and projects, gaining hands-on experience from day one.  Exposure to Senior Leadership: Benefit from direct interactions with our CEO, graduate sponsor, and functional leaders, offering invaluable insights and mentorship.  Comprehensive Support System: Enjoy continuous guidance from the People Experience and Development team, as well as your dedicated line manager.  Pathway to Promotion: Successful completion of the programme can lead to a permanent role and promotion, contingent on your performance.  Graduate Alumni Network: Stay connected with your cohort and join a vibrant community of programme alumni to support your long-term growth.  Our programme offers an incredible opportunity to build your skills, expand your network, and shape your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.  What can we offer you:  We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.  A cohesive, fun, inclusive and supportive team environment.  From day one, you'll have the opportunity to engage with our fast-paced, innovative teams and make meaningful contributions. We encourage innovative thinking, and when combined with our collaborative culture, it creates an enjoyable and inspiring experience for all.  A good work-life balance. Because we all work better when we are rested. Your wellbeing is as important to us as your career growth. Access curated resources for your physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing at your convenience, anytime, anywhere.  Exclusive LinkedIn Learning license offering unlimited access to a vast library of high-quality, expert-led training courses that are designed to elevate your skills and foster continuous growth.  Ready to take the first step? Apply now and be part of our next generation of leaders!  Company Description and Culture  YouGov is a global online research company, offering insight into what the world thinks.    We speak daily to our panel of over 27 million registered members to understand opinion and behaviors around the world. We have a strong reputation as a source of accurate data and we’re trusted by the world’s biggest brands to get it right, making us the most quoted market research source in the world.    Why join YouGov?   Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people’s opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities.  Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.    Life at YouGov   We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.  We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.    Equal Opportunity Employer   As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need.   Data Privacy   To find out how we collect and use your personal data when you apply for a role at YouGov, please read our privacy notice at https://jobs.yougov.com/privacy