Associate Research Director

5 months ago


Melbourne, Australia Aptitude Recruitment Full time

Hybrid working environment with state of art support
- Competitive salary and employee benefits
- Interesting projects, that make a difference

Opportunity to take senior role with highly regarded agency and effect meaningful changes to Australian society.

This research-based consultancy firm specialises in the integration of behavioural economics, strategic planning, and human-centered design. Their advanced knowledge and skills are sought after by prominent individuals within industry and government sectors to gain valuable insights and make informed decisions.

As the Associate Research Director, you will play a critical role in leading qualitative research initiatives, overseeing a team of skilled researchers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality research projects.

**Responsibilities**:

- Develop and implement qualitative research strategies and methodologies
- Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand research needs and develop research plans that deliver actionable insights.
- Lead and mentor a team, providing guidance and support throughout the research process.
- Communicate key findings through reports and presentations.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., market research, sociology, psychology)
- 5+ years of experience in a social and market research or evaluation setting
- Experience conducting end-to-end primary qualitative market research projects (for example coercive control or investigating gender biases)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- A proactive and innovative mindset

**Benefits**:

- Flexible working arrangements
- Inclusion, diverse and supportive work culture
- Competitive salary packaging
- Impactful projects that make a difference

Please note that you must have permanent residency/citizenship for Australia to be considered for this role.

We look forward to hearing from you.



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