Manager, Research and Insights (Hybrid)

NATIONAL Public Relations; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading public relations firm seeks a Manager, Research & Insights to drive the growth of its research business in Toronto or Halifax. This role involves leading research projects, mentoring junior members, and collaborating across teams to deliver innovative insights. Candidates should possess a university degree and 7+ years of relevant experience in communications or marketing.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in research and insights.
• Experience in communications or marketing preferred.
• Strong network within research and insights fields.

Responsibilities

• Define and develop research & insights service offerings.
• Lead and deliver high-quality research projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate research.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Contribute to business growth through thought leadership.

Skills

Client service mastery

Qualitative research

Quantitative research

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in research or equivalent

Job description

National WILL CONSIDER APPLICANTS AVAILABLE TO WORK IN TORONTO OR HALIFAX

Are you a seasoned research practitioner looking for your next challenge? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to help build a thriving business? Would you enjoy working on multiple projects across various industries? Are you a natural collaborator eager to work with some of the brightest minds in marketing and communications? If so, consider joining our Strategy, Insights & Digital team.

The Manager, Research & Insights will be a key team member. In this role, you will sit within the Strategy, Insights & Digital team and actively contribute to fulfilling our team and firm's vision. Your mandate is to grow our research business, deliver exceptional client service, produce high-quality research, and foster our vibrant culture across Canada. We already do excellent work in research & insights and seek the right person to elevate our efforts.

As Manager, Research & Insights, you will :

• Further define and develop our research & insights service offerings and expand our business;
• Lead and deliver high-quality research and insights projects, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative primary and secondary methods;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Canada and the AVENIR GLOBAL network to integrate research into all our work where possible;
• Position marketing research and insights effectively to current and prospective clients;
• Mentor and guide junior team members, contributing to their professional growth and our team culture;
• Consult with internal teams, leveraging research and insights to inform strategy development and demonstrate effectiveness;
• Contribute to business growth through thought leadership and business development efforts.

Requirements

• University degree in research or equivalent;
• 7+ years of experience in research and insights, preferably within communications or marketing;
• A growing reputation in research and insights with a proven track record of client service mastery;
• Ability to handle diverse challenging assignments across a broad research portfolio;
• Strong network within research and insights fields.

Are you ready to lead, innovate, and inspire? Please submit your resume in confidence. While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. National is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request.

National Public Relations offers creative communication solutions that influence thoughts and actions. We are a team of 300 professionals dedicated to helping organizations understand and address their challenges and opportunities. For 47 years, NATIONAL has been at the forefront of impactful issues and industries, leading change for today and tomorrow.

National is Canada's leading public relations firm, with offices across major cities including Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Saint John, and Halifax. Our network includes Time & Space, a leader in media strategy, data analysis, and campaign execution.

National Public Relations is part of AVENIR GLOBAL, the largest Canadian-owned global communications firm, ranked among the top 25 worldwide, with offices in Canada, the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. For more information, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn and X.