About this role

Job Description

The NielsenIQ SA&I team is looking for a Pre-Sales Support Associate to assist sales teams with routine tasks and improve efficiency. This entry-level role supports North American commercial teams by handling proposals, pricing, Microsoft Dynamics entries, and pipeline maintenance.

Salary: €17,770 - €19,500 gross per annum. Placement within the range will depend on objective criteria including experience, skills, and internal equity considerations. We are committed to equal pay and pay transparency.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

- Assisting sales representatives with routine tasks and daily activities.
- Preparing and updating client proposals (e.g., writing basic content, creating project timelines, and calculating costs using templates and tools).
- Checking project feasibility and coordinating with internal teams to gather cost and timing information for market research projects.
- Preparing scope of work or contract documents with the aid of standardized templates
- Microsoft Dynamics support, opportunity creation, and pipeline hygiene.
- Updating sales materials to ensure branding consistency and client readiness.
- Helping maintain accurate CRM records for sales representatives.
- Assisting in creating support materials such as case studies, success stories and training documents with guidance from senior team members.

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate is organized, eager to learn, and thrives on contributing to team success.

What We're Looking For:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business, or a similar field.
- 1–2 years of work experience in an office or professional environment (internships are welcome).
- Completely fluent in English with strong communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and good organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Comfortable working in a team environment and following instructions.
- Basic numerical and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
- Experience with tools like Microsoft Dynamics, Salesloft, or LinkedIn Sales Navigator is a bonus but not required.

This role is perfect for someone looking to build their career in sales while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative, global environment.

Additional Information

Our Benefits

- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://nielseniq.com/global/en/info/niqs-ai-safety-policies/

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

For more information, visit NIQ.com

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Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion