Strategic Insights Lead (Research Manager/AD)

Resources Group AU; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Resources Group AU is seeking a Research Manager / Associate Director – Strategic Insights to lead high-impact projects, shaping research strategy and turning data into actionable client recommendations across Australia. You will design mixed-method studies, influence decision-making, and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Join a collaborative team, grow an in-house insights capability and mentor junior researchers while expanding client relationships and exploring new data sources and

Qualifications

• Strong agency background in consumer and/or social insights.
• Strong quantitative research skills with exposure to qualitative methodologies.
• The ability to think beyond the data, connect the dots and tell stories that influence decisions.
• Confidence working directly with clients and managing multiple projects.
• Intellectual curiosity, creativity and a real appetite for solving interesting problems.
• A collaborative, generous approach to working with colleagues with an appetite or experience in line management (depending on level).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end, customised research across a diverse mix of projects.
• Combine quantitative and qualitative thinking to get to the heart of complex challenges.
• Work directly with clients, building relationships and helping shape their thinking.
• Bring data to life through compelling storytelling, strategic recommendations and engaging presentations.
• Nurture and develop researchers, with opportunities for people leadership.
• Explore new data sets, tools and technologies that push the boundaries of traditional research.

Job description

Resources Group AU is seeking a Research Manager / Associate Director – Strategic Insights to lead high-impact projects, shaping research strategy and turning data into actionable client recommendations across Australia. You will design mixed-method studies, influence decision-making, and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Join a collaborative team, grow an in-house insights capability and mentor junior researchers while expanding client relationships and exploring new data sources and