Research Associate

About Penbrothers

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Client

Our client is a global media platform recognized for delivering innovative, data-driven, and attention-guaranteed digital advertising solutions. With a strong portfolio of proprietary technologies and a reputation for award-winning excellence in media, marketing, and ad-tech, this company partners with leading agencies and brands worldwide. The team is driven by a mission to provide cutting-edge, privacy-conscious media strategies across channels, including video, CTV, and location-based technologies.

About the Role 

As a Research Associate, you will support both operational and strategic initiatives within theresearch team. You will assist with campaign measurement studies, audience generation, data coordination, and brand insights. While technical skills are beneficial, a strong willingness to learn and the ability to collaborate with different teams will be key to your success in this role.

What you’ll do

• Support Measurement Efforts: Assist in gathering and organizing data from ad campaign measurement pipelines, working under senior team members’ guidance.

• Collaborate with Client Teams: Work closely with client service teams to address client needs and ensure research findings are delivered effectively.

• Contribute to Custom Research: Help produce custom research studies for high-budget campaigns or specialized audience insights to inform sales strategies.

• Prepare Research Deliverables: Compile data and research outputs into reports, presentations, and marketing materials.

• Provide Cross-Functional Assistance: Serve as a point of contact for analytical questions on high-visibility projects, escalating complex issues to senior analysts.

• Maintain Project Awareness: Stay informed on ongoing research initiatives, ensuring seamless coordination and timely completion of projects.

• Foster Collaboration: Build relationships across the organization, identifying opportunities where research can add value.

• Assist in Thought Leadership: Contribute data or insights for webinars, case studies, and other marketing activities that position the company as an industry leader.

• Learn and Apply Basic Analysis Tools: Utilize basic statistical methods, Excel, or other software to perform preliminary analyses, with a focus on learning new technical skills.

• Uphold Quality and Detail: Ensure data and research outputs meet high standards of accuracy and relevance.

Requirements

What You Bring

• 1-3 years in analytics or research experience in ad tech, marketing technology, market research, media agencies, or related fields (internships or academic projects also considered).

• Technical Proficiency: Solid skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; basic experience with Python, SQL, or statistical packages is a plus.

• Methodological Expertise: Working knowledge of research and quantitative methods (market research surveys, polls, statistics, GIS, etc.).

• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication, with an ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights.

• Project Coordination: Proven ability to organize tasks, timelines, and deliverables.

• Attention to Detail: High commitment to accuracy and thoroughness in handling data and client-facing materials.

Hiring Process

We utilize AI tools to enhance our hiring efficiency and ensure a fair evaluation of all candidates. As a result, candidates who passed our initial evaluations should expect an AI Interviewer as a component of our recruitment process. This is supervised by Human Talent Acquisition Experts who will also engage with you throughout your application journey.

What You’ll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you’ll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You’ll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies.

· Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience.

· Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people’s career and welfare.

· Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home.

· Powering global startups: We’ve created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.