Manager, Insights Research

Global Strategy Group (GSG) works at the intersection of business, politics, and causes. Our team is made up of a great group of professionals who come from various backgrounds in strategic communications, research, and public affairs. Our culture and values play an integral role in how we operate, and we work hard to bring passion, energy, and drive to everything we do! Global Strategy Group is the go-to public affairs, communications, and research partner for brands, causes, and campaigns. We work with our clients to build their reputation, tackle big challenges, and win.

We are seeking a Manager to join our Insights research team. This position will specialize in corporate and market research, and will help brands build their reputation, inform public affairs campaigns, navigate legislative and regulatory environments, and develop strong messages that resonate with their stakeholders.

Qualified candidates must have experience managing quantitative and qualitative research projects from beginning to end. Ideal candidates will thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment, and enjoy driving projects forward every step of the way. 

• Conceptualize and produce client-ready survey questionnaires and qualitative research screeners and guides with account lead guidance and feedback.
• Conceptualize and produce analyses of research projects – both written analyses and visual PowerPoint presentations with account lead guidance and feedback.
• Establish and cultivate client relationships to successfully manage day-to-day needs and expectations, including responding to clients in a timely fashion, anticipating client needs, and regularly updating clients.
• Moderate qualitative research engagements, including in-depth interviews, focus groups, and online discussion boards.
• Oversee and coordinate research projects by actively keeping track of project details, organizing tasks, and keeping team's adherence to timelines without prompting.
• Responsible for overseeing project fielding, i.e., review partials, provide edits, discuss weighting targets with data team, actively troubleshoot project fielding issues.
• Train, manage, and/or mentor junior team members.
• Conceptualize new business proposals, including producing, editing, and delivering presentations with senior staff oversight and guidance.
• Provide strategic recommendations and begin to develop a strong strategic voice.

• 4-5 years of experience in primary research. Experience in market research methodologies and consumer insights is valuable, though the primary focus for this role will be on corporate reputation and public affairs research. We will consider candidates with a political research background looking to transition to brand and public affairs research. 
• Experience in executing every stage of a research project – both quantitative and qualitative.  
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• A proven ability to successfully juggle multiple projects.
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly produce high-quality work products.
• Experience with the new business process (i.e., writing proposals and producing pitch decks, developing methodologies and research programs, etc.).
• Experience with client-facing responsibilities, including leading client engagements.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Strong analytical skills – going beyond descriptive findings to tell a story with actionable recommendations.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate and maintain strong working relationships.
• Strong attention to detail and experience with catching mistakes and being detail oriented.
• Expertise with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel Word).
• Experience/coursework with statistics and advanced quantitative methods, a plus.
• Experience moderating focus groups, a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience

The base salary for this position is between $ 85,000 to $ 100,000 commensurate with experience. GSG provides a comprehensive benefits package including excellent coverage for medical, vision, and dental insurance; paid parental leave; generous time off and holidays; 401k with employer match; and additional benefits.  

If this sounds like an opportunity for you, please send your information our way!

When submitting your resume, please include a cover letter which highlights your relevant experience, along with why you want to be part of the team at GSG. We are interested in candidates who align with our mission and want to contribute to our continued growth.

Candidates who match the needs for the position will be contacted via email.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation to complete your online application or participate in the interview process, please reach out to [email protected] or you may call (212) 260-8813 and ask to speak to someone in Human Resources – Talent Acquisition.

Global Strategy Group, LLC.

Global Strategy Group (GSG) is a full-service research, public affairs, and communications agency tackling some of today’s most complex and important challenges. With more than two and half decades of experience and a team of 150+ talented professionals, we protect and build corporate reputations, influence public affairs decision makers, advocate on important social issues, and win campaigns. We combine unparalleled subject matter expertise with data-driven insights and innovative methodologies to generate urgency among stakeholders and key audiences, delivering tangible success for our clients. 

Global Strategy Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

At GSG, we are distinguished by our depth of talent. Our people are team players, straight shooters, and problem solvers. We bring passion, energy, and drive to everything we do. This all comes from our closely held firm values, which have guided us since the day GSG opened its doors. We are committed to ensuring that our workplace provides a diverse, inclusive, and culturally rich atmosphere and are always looking for talented individuals to add to our culture.

We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to: race, religion or creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, uniform service member status, or any other protected class under federal, state or local statute.