Business Research & Development Manager

TheSoul Publishing is an award-winning digital studio that produces entertaining, positive and original content for a global audience and distributes it through social media channels as well as streaming platforms. We're a fast-moving, creative and international company: 100+ videos and articles per day in 20 languages, 1.5 billion+ subscribers worldwide, 40+ projects, including 5-Minute Crafts, Bright Side, 123GO!, Slick Slime Sam, and TeenVee.
We have a creative team of more than 2000 teammates from 80 countries, and right now we are looking for a Business R&D Manager who would thrive on both strategic and day-to-day operational tasks. If you have a passion for research, data analysis, and communication, this role is tailor-made for you. As our Business R&D Manager, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of our business, helping us open new revenue streams, and bringing fresh ideas to life.
In our dynamic R&D Department, you will find yourself immersed in a diverse range of projects that are constantly evolving. Say goodbye to boredom and hello to a stimulating atmosphere where innovation takes center stage.
What you will do:
Conduct in-depth research for our exciting projects, ranging from market research to content analysis and beyond.
Dive into the world of data, collect and analyse valuable insights that drive our decision-making process.
Manage various projects, such as piloting promotional campaigns for external partners, and ensure their successful execution.
Process incoming inquiries with a variety of business ideas
Write engaging R&D Digests and prepare various posts/reports in Confluence/Slack
Reach out to potential partners through LinkedIn and email to forge new opportunities that expand our horizons
Seamlessly handle diverse ad-hoc operational requests, proving your adaptability and versatility
Let your creative mind shine, by proposing innovative suggestions for untapped business opportunities.
What we are looking for:
A solid experience in a corporate environment, preferably in a position that requires data analysis, execution of daily operational tasks, and communication with partners
Data-focused mindset, attention to detail, accuracy in every aspect of the daily work
High proficiency in English, both spoken and written (Advanced/Native)
Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced creative environment
Proven capability to handle repetitive data-related tasks
Positive and proactive attitude, always striving for results and pushing boundaries
Strong team work skills to collaborate effectively and achieve shared goals
High flexibility, adaptability, and ability to perform well under pressure
Desire to develop in Business Operations and build a career at TheSoul Publishing.
These would be a plus:
Experience in data analysis and User Acquisition (apps/games)
Knowledge of the video production process and its specifics
Knowledge of TheSoul content, understanding of our unique brands
Up-to-date knowledge of social media platforms and trends
We are ready to offer:
Location: remote working or one of our offices in Limassol, Riga or Budapest
Salary: we respect the candidate’s competence, so we discuss the salary individually and offer a truly competitive one
Creative vibes and an international team: 90% of company employees are creators who work from 70+ countries and make awesome positive content for millions of followers worldwide
Grow, develop, study: 800+ trainings and materials in our internal academy, individual educational courses, transparent knowledge sharing within the company, constant feedback from the manager, no limits to launching new initiatives.
A tech-savvy approach and carefully structured processes: no bureaucracy, an ecosystem friendly to new ideas, transparent task management, asynchronous communication (fewer meetings and more thoughtful written communication).
Interested? Send your CV to lina.kim@id.thesoul.io with the title of the role in the subject line.
We appreciate your interest in our roles and the company. Your CV will be reviewed carefully by our team, and if we are ready to move forward with your application, one of our recruiters will contact you and explain the next steps.
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