Senior Research Manager

Edelman•Washington, DC

1d•$72,000 - $100,000

About The Position

We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. Consistent with this approach, we hire the best qualified candidates for all positions. Are you curious by nature? Do you always seek to understand human behaviors in your everyday life? Do you believe strategic communications can help make the world a better place? Do you think the world of research needs to change and adapt to a more complex and ever-evolving world? Do you have an entrepreneurial mindset and want to shape a consulting division? If so, Edelman Intelligence is looking for you to join our team! We are seeking an inspiring Senior Research Manager who is seasoned with at least 5 years of experience in primary and/or secondary research. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit coupled with a solid strategic mindset. The Senior Research Manager will need to balance an ever-changing and diverse range of research projects, including global and complex research projects involving quantitative/qualitative research, media analysis and digital analytics. Your potential coming to life: Joining our team means you will… Work closely with senior leadership to manage large scale and/or global research projects including day-to-day management of clients and Edelman teams, development and execution of research studies from start to finish and presenting results in a compelling and visually appealing way Partner and consult with clients and Edelman account teams to problem solve their challenges, including analyzing data, writing research reports and delivering presentations Contribute to research design, sampling plans, questionnaires, moderator guides and analytical plans Interpret research data and insights and working closely with junior staff to create a compelling story across either primary or secondary research disciplines Recommend communication solutions and research methodologies to clients based on research results in consultation with senior leadership Manage positive client relationships within Edelman and our external clients by meeting deadlines, delivering prompt responses and building conversation/dialogue Champion AI-enabled ways of working across your project teams—using tools like ChatGPT/Copilot/Gemini to speed and strengthen research delivery, and proactively identifying workflows where AI can improve efficiency and insight, while maintaining clear human oversight and quality control. Manage project budgets with attention to spend, timeline and staffing plan in close communication with their team business manager; proactively solves for how to address challenges/issues Assist the senior leadership team with growing client business through insightful and valuable work product, understanding of client business and ability to bring learning opportunities to clients, as needed Assist with developing strategic new business proposals by understanding client’s objectives, scoping projects and applying appropriate methodologies to meet objectives Supervise and mentor junior staff to help grow their research, project and client management skills

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in related field with at least five years of experience in market research, consumer insights, ideation, strategy development or digital/social research
Strong knowledge in advanced research methodologies
Expert in either primary or secondary research with at least a basic understanding or strong curiosity for the other side.

Nice To Haves

Basic familiarity with integrated media measurement
Well-versed in generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, Microsoft Copilot) and able to integrate them into day-to-day research workflows to improve speed, rigor, and insight generation
Proactive, collaborative approach with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Display Edelman Intelligence values and embrace a positive, can-do attitude
Detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Work closely with senior leadership to manage large scale and/or global research projects including day-to-day management of clients and Edelman teams, development and execution of research studies from start to finish and presenting results in a compelling and visually appealing way
Partner and consult with clients and Edelman account teams to problem solve their challenges, including analyzing data, writing research reports and delivering presentations
Contribute to research design, sampling plans, questionnaires, moderator guides and analytical plans
Interpret research data and insights and working closely with junior staff to create a compelling story across either primary or secondary research disciplines
Recommend communication solutions and research methodologies to clients based on research results in consultation with senior leadership
Manage positive client relationships within Edelman and our external clients by meeting deadlines, delivering prompt responses and building conversation/dialogue
Champion AI-enabled ways of working across your project teams—using tools like ChatGPT/Copilot/Gemini to speed and strengthen research delivery, and proactively identifying workflows where AI can improve efficiency and insight, while maintaining clear human oversight and quality control.
Manage project budgets with attention to spend, timeline and staffing plan in close communication with their team business manager; proactively solves for how to address challenges/issues
Assist the senior leadership team with growing client business through insightful and valuable work product, understanding of client business and ability to bring learning opportunities to clients, as needed
Assist with developing strategic new business proposals by understanding client’s objectives, scoping projects and applying appropriate methodologies to meet objectives
Supervise and mentor junior staff to help grow their research, project and client management skills