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Account Director  -  Government & Social Research

Job description

With the reputation and resource of a global agency but all the fun, flexibility, and individuality of a local Australian boutique – this growing consultancy really offers the best of both worlds!
Known for their ability to understand some of the most complex issues in branding and communications for consumer and not for profit organisations, they are looking for an Account Director to join their Melbourne team and focus on running campaign evaluation and comms projects for government and social clients.
As an Account Director you will have the opportunity to make you mark not only on a fascinating range or projects, but the business as a whole. Some of your responsibilities would include:
  
Client Management. Developing strong relationships with an outstanding client portfolio. You will love nothing more than really getting to know your clients, and seeing your insights make a true impact
  
Methodological expertise and development. Already experienced in quantitative methods, you will be used to tailoring your research design to fit client needs, love working with new tools and be excited by the newest developments in technology.
  
Project Management. You will be experienced in running both adhoc and tracking projects from briefing to presentation and be ready to step up and take the lead on bigger projects.
  
Storytelling. You will love making sense of data, putting strategic stories together and presenting these in a compelling visually impactful way!
  
What will you need?
  • Expertise in quantitative research methodologies
  • Experience working in a research agency or brand consultancy
  • Experience setting up and running large scale tracking projects and strategic adhoc pieces
  • Experience in brand positioning, brand & communications tracking, advertising evaluation, category dynamics, new product development
  • Commercial acumen and the ability to build lasting client relationships
  In return for your skills and experience you will be joining a progressive and innovative agency where there is no limit to your professional development and growth. This agency is known for their flexibility, strong benefits package and focus on employee well-being as well as being one of the go to insights experts for commercial and public sector businesses across Australia looking for strategic, thought-provoking research that triggers real behaviour change.
  
For more information or to arrange a confidential chat please contact Cat Biles at Resources Group – cbiles@resourcesgroup.com

Resources Group’s Diversity and Equality Policy determines that we submit applicants to our clients on the basis of merit and ability, regardless of race, colour, age, disability, family responsibilities, gender, marital status, nationality, religious or political views or affiliations, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.