Geschäftsführer / Managing Director (m/w/d) – Bezahlte Studie in Deutschland

Prolific is a global platform dedicated to bridging the gap between academic researchers and professional participants. They provide a space where subject matter experts can contribute their real-world insights to studies that drive product development and social science research. Currently, the organisation is looking to recruit senior business leaders to participate in a paid online research initiative focusing on the evolving nature of leadership in the modern workplace.

About the role

This opportunity is specifically designed for high-level executives currently based in Germany. The primary goal of the study is to gather qualitative data regarding how recent global shifts and workplace transformations are impacting the ways in which leadership teams operate. By sharing your professional expertise, you are helping researchers gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities inherent in high-stakes management today.

The engagement is entirely remote, allowing you to contribute to the research via a secure online portal. Because this is a structured academic study, the focus is on gathering accurate, thoughtful, and honest reflections on your day-to-day management responsibilities and your broader perspective on corporate change.

What you’ll do

Participation involves contributing your professional opinions through an online interface. You will be expected to:

• Complete a digital survey conducted in English.
• Offer insights into current leadership methodologies and management styles.
• Provide feedback regarding how your organisation has adapted to recent workplace developments.
• Answer context-based questions regarding the scale, industry, and structure of the organisation you manage.
• Ensure all data provided is reflective of your actual experience as a decision-maker.

What they’re looking for

To maintain the integrity of the research data, Prolific is applying strict eligibility criteria for this study. You must meet the following requirements to be considered:

• You are currently living and working in Germany.
• You hold the position of Geschäftsführer (Managing Director) or a direct equivalent senior leadership role.
• You carry primary responsibility for a company, a significant business unit, a subsidiary, or a large-scale operation.
• Your current organisation employs at least 1,000 people.
• You are comfortable providing professional responses in written English.
• You are willing to undergo a brief pre-screening process to confirm your suitability for the study parameters.

For South African professionals viewing this, please note that this is a niche opportunity for those with specific ties to the German corporate sector. While remote research participation is growing as a secondary income stream for executives globally, compensation for these studies is typically structured as a flat fee per task rather than a traditional salary. In the South African context, roles requiring this level of seniority within a 1,000+ employee organisation usually command significant executive packages in the R1.5 million to R3 million+ annual range. If you meet the specific German-based criteria, this is an opportunity to engage with international academic discourse while sharing your expertise as a global business leader.

• Currently live and work in Germany
• Currently work as a Geschäftsführer / Managing Director or in a closely comparable senior role
• Hold managing-director responsibility for a company, subsidiary, business unit, or major operation
• Work for an organisation with at least 1,000 employees
• Comfortable completing an online survey in English
• Meet the requirements in the study's short pre-screening questionnaire