Senior Associate, Research (Insights)

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 Senior Associate to join our Insights research team. This role focuses on consumer insights, corporate, and market research— helping brands define the optimal positioning,strengthen their reputation, guide public affairs initiatives, and craft compelling messages that resonate with key stakeholders. 

Qualified candidates must have experience conducting quantitative (surveys) and qualitative (focus groups, online discussion boards) 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.  

• Produce first draft analyses of research projects – both written analyses and visual PowerPoint presentations, with project lead guidance that require minimal revisions.
• Begin to produce first drafts of survey questionnaires and qualitative research screeners and guides, with project lead guidance.
• Research and draft new business proposals and presentations, with senior-level support.
• Drive forward day-to-day project management of research projects and external clients in collaboration with colleagues. This includes keeping the team on schedule, tracking project tasks, developing agendas, and taking notes on internal and external calls.
• Work with project teams to ensure our clients feel like they are our first and only priority by ensuring we respond to clients in a timely fashion, anticipate client needs, and continuously update clients on our activity and progress. 
• Oversee sampling and fielding of studies to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Actively troubleshoot project fielding issues, identify and implement solutions and/or escalate to team.
• Ensure high quality control of quantitative projects, i.e., monitor telephone polls for accuracy as they are executed and test survey links.
• Ensure client deliverables are proofed, number-checked, and error free.
• Begin to provide strategic recommendations and contribute to strategic thinking on projects.
• Moderate online discussion boards, as needed.
• May begin to learn skills of moderating qualitative assignments, starting with in-depth interviews.

• 2-4 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.
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• 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.

The base salary for this position is between $ 70,000 to $80,000 commensurate with experience and is eligible for a discretionary bonus. 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.