Senior Genealogy Research Team Lead

Ancestry; Lehi (UT); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Health benefits

Job summary

Ancestry is a human-centered employer offering location flexibility—office, home, or hybrid work—across eligible US locations. The Research Team Manager will guide a team of researchers and Research Managers, elevate genealogical standards, and interface with leadership on client experience and product quality.

With 10+ years in genealogy and 2–5 years of leadership, you will develop talent, manage performance, and oversee select client research projects while collaborating with operations and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional genealogy experience, with 5–10 years in Eastern European/Jewish research.
• 2–5 years of direct team management experience.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to give constructive feedback.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher; CP or APG credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of up to 15 researchers.
• Own research quality and adherence to standards.
• Oversee case allocation and client projects.
• Collaborate with operations and client relationship teams.

Skills

Genealogical research

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Certified or Accredited Professional Genealogist preferred

Job description

Ancestry is a human-centered employer offering location flexibility—office, home, or hybrid work—across eligible US locations. The Research Team Manager will guide a team of researchers and Research Managers, elevate genealogical standards, and interface with leadership on client experience and product quality.

With 10+ years in genealogy and 2–5 years of leadership, you will develop talent, manage performance, and oversee select client research projects while collaborating with operations and