Senior Genealogy Research Team Lead (Remote)

Ancestry; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision

Bonus eligibility

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Ancestry in Oregon is seeking a Research Team Manager to lead a team of researchers and Research Managers. This senior role blends mentorship, performance management, and hands-on casework to uphold the highest genealogical standards while guiding client experiences.

You will collaborate with Operations Directors and Client Relationship Managers to optimize workflows, align goals, and ensure quality across all client projects in a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional genealogy experience, with 5-10 years of recent experience in Eastern European/Jewish research.
• 2-5 years of direct team management experience with a proven track record of developing talent and resolving bottlenecks.
• Exceptional communication skills with experience delivering constructive feedback and strong time management for balancing management duties with active billable research.
• Preferred qualifications include a Certified or Accredited Professional Genealogist credential; Bachelor's degree or higher.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and performance-manage a team of researchers and Research Managers (up to 15).
• Own team research quality and ensure compliance with SOPs and genealogical standards.
• Oversee case allocation, handle operational bottlenecks, and manage a small client research portfolio.
• Collaborate with Operations Directors and Client Relationship Managers to meet goals and resolve client concerns.

Skills

Genealogy

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified/Accredited Professional Genealogist

Job description

Ancestry in Oregon is seeking a Research Team Manager to lead a team of researchers and Research Managers. This senior role blends mentorship, performance management, and hands-on casework to uphold the highest genealogical standards while guiding client experiences.

You will collaborate with Operations Directors and Client Relationship Managers to optimize workflows, align goals, and ensure quality across all client projects in a flexible work environment.