Manager, Research- Public Affairs

Global Strategy Group•New York, NY

3d•$85,000 - $100,000

About The Position

Global Strategy Group is seeking a Manager to join its Insights research team, focused on public affairs and corporate reputation research. The role supports leading companies and organizations in understanding policymakers, consumers, and other key stakeholders; navigating political, legislative, regulatory, and reputational challenges; and communicating effectively in high-stakes situations. The ideal candidate is based in Washington, DC or New York City and has experience in public affairs, political, and/or corporate reputation research. They will manage quantitative and qualitative research projects from beginning to end and directly contribute to survey design, instrument writing, analysis, and storytelling, while also managing day-to-day project teams and developing client relationships. The position calls for a proactive, resourceful researcher with strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills who can succeed in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.

Requirements

4–5 years of experience in public affairs, political, and/or corporate reputation research.
Experience executing every stage of both quantitative and qualitative research projects.
Excellent project management and organizational skills.
Proven ability to juggle multiple projects successfully.
Ability to work efficiently and quickly produce high-quality work products.
Experience with the new business process, such as writing proposals and producing pitch decks, and developing methodologies and research programs.
Client-facing experience, including leading client engagements.
Excellent communication and writing skills.
Strong analytical skills, including the ability to go beyond descriptive findings to tell a story with actionable recommendations.
Ability to collaborate and maintain strong working relationships as a team player.
Strong attention to detail and experience catching mistakes.
Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.

Nice To Haves

Experience or coursework with statistics and advanced quantitative methods.
Experience moderating focus groups.

Responsibilities

Manage qualitative and quantitative research projects from beginning to end.
Conceptualize and produce client-ready survey questionnaires and qualitative research screeners and guides, with account lead guidance and feedback.
Conceptualize and produce written analyses and visual PowerPoint presentations of research projects, with account lead guidance and feedback.
Establish and cultivate client relationships; manage day-to-day needs and expectations, respond promptly, anticipate client needs, and provide regular updates.
Moderate qualitative research engagements, including in-depth interviews, focus groups, and online discussion boards.
Oversee and coordinate projects by tracking details, organizing tasks, and keeping the team on schedule without prompting.
Oversee project fielding, including reviewing partials, providing edits, discussing weighting targets with the data team, and troubleshooting fielding issues.
Train, manage, and/or mentor junior team members.
Develop new business proposals, including producing, editing, and delivering presentations with senior staff oversight and guidance.
Provide strategic recommendations and begin developing a strong strategic voice.