At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead exciting research projects and present insights to clients.
- Company: Dynamic consultancy making waves in social and government sectors.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, loyalty leave, and a fun co-working space.
- Other info: Join a supportive team that values your voice and ideas.
- Why this job: Shape impactful projects and work directly with senior leaders.
- Qualifications: Experience in custom research with strong quantitative skills.
The predicted salary is between 125000 - 140000 $ per year.
This range is provided by Resources Group. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range A$125,000.00/yr - A$140,000.00/yr.
Looking to step into a senior role where you’ll have influence, variety, and the chance to shape high‑profile work? This boutique insights and consulting firm is making waves across government, business, and retail – and they’re looking for another senior leader to join the team. They deliver a broad mix of projects – from segmentation, brand positioning, CX, and tracking to product development, advertising and concept testing, and mystery shopping. Their work spans both B2B and B2C, with an in‑house CX model that’s become a cornerstone of their B2B projects.
Why this team stands out:
- Flat, non‑hierarchical structure where everyone’s voice is valued
- “Connect & Create” – their internal initiative that ensures all ideas are heard
- A co‑working space in Collingwood with yoga, a cinema, and beer on tap
- Flexibility and hybrid working (without being fully remote)
- Loyalty leave – an extra 5 days annually after 4 years’ service
The role: They’ve recently won a major multi‑year community experience program at State level. This will be a cornerstone of the role, alongside a diverse mix of government and commercial ad hoc projects.
As Associate Director, you’ll:
- Lead customised research projects end‑to‑end – from proposals through to polished client presentations
- Work across quant (the focus) with scope to flex into qual if that’s part of your toolkit
- Build and nurture strong client relationships – presenting with confidence and curiosity
- Bring a strategic voice, adding value in client rooms and spotting opportunities organically
- Guide projects spanning CX, segmentation, brand strategy, and more
Who we’re looking for:
- An experienced custom researcher with solid quantitative chops (qual a plus)
- Someone who thrives on client engagement, storytelling, and presenting
- Curious, energetic, and collaborative – you’ll enjoy speaking up and contributing ideas
- Social & Government experience would be an advantage, but not essential
This is a warm, ambitious, and supportive consultancy where you’ll work directly with the two Directors and play a key role in shaping their next phase of growth.
Interested? Send your CV to rhaylett@resourcesgroup.com or call me, Rowan, on +61 449 880 582 for a confidential chat.
Associate Research Director employer: Resources Group
At Resources Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our hybrid work environment allows for flexibility while providing ample opportunities for professional growth and mentorship, ensuring that you can thrive in your role as a Senior Insights Lead. Join us to work with leading brands in Retail, Property & Services, where your contributions will have a meaningful impact on client success and industry trends.
