This is a remote position.
Location: Remote — South Africa Note: This is a position with Haldren and not with one of its clients.
About the RoleWe are looking for a Market Research Project Manager to own a research capability end to end, from scoping a request through to a finished, decision-ready output. The role also involves establishing the processes, templates, and documentation this function relies on, which the successful candidate will then own and maintain.
The work spans company, market, and competitive research, feeding directly into business decisions and client engagements.
Key Responsibilities- Scope research requests, plan the approach, and see them through from first question to finished brief
Research and verify information on companies, sectors, and markets, across a range of business topics
Sustain ongoing tracking of relevant developments over time
Turn raw findings into clear, structured written briefs and summaries, translating facts into useful business insight
Support company, market, and competitive intelligence relevant to the firm’s core work
Maintain research files and reference materials for future use
Handle ad hoc research requests with strong accuracy and good turnaround
Help set up and refine the research function’s workflows, templates, and documentation as it takes shape
Requirements
Genuine, hands-on experience in market or business research (a background in competitive intelligence, strategy/commercial research, or a related analytical field is a plus, not a substitute)
Demonstrated ability to research and verify information from multiple sources, quickly and accurately
Demonstrated ability to produce a clean, structured, decision-ready brief
Fluency with research databases, company/industry data sources, and standard spreadsheet/office tools
Strong written English and clear presentation of findings
Comfortable managing multiple research requests and shifting priorities
Able to independently scope and structure a body of research work without close supervision
Nice to Have- Familiarity with professional services, recruitment, or consulting environments
Strong Excel or Google Sheets capability
Experience preparing slides, summaries, or briefing materials
Benefits
What We Offer
Remote work arrangement
Opportunities for professional growth
Flat management structure with direct access to decision-makers
Open communication environment
About HaldrenHaldren is a recruitment agency that provides services to clients ranging from startups and non-profits to multinational corporations. The firm emphasises ethical search processes, attentive candidate care, and leadership placements that support long-term client outcomes.
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https://www.haldren.com/DisclaimerEqual Employment Opportunity Statement Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination on the basis of protected characteristics under applicable South African law.
Commitment to Diversity A diverse and inclusive workplace is supported through fair, merit-based selection processes and accessible recruitment practices.
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Pay Equity Compensation practices are designed to support fairness and non-discrimination, with role-related factors such as responsibilities, experience, and skills considered.
Health and Safety Workplace health and safety obligations are supported in line with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, including reasonable measures to reduce risk.
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Haldren is a recruitment agency that provides executive search and talent solutions to clients ranging from startups and nonprofits to multinational corporations. The firm specializes in leadership placements and retained search services, emphasizing ethical search processes and attentive candidate care. Haldren focuses on supporting long-term client outcomes through structured recruitment delivery, market mapping, and candidate engagement across contingent and retained assignments.
