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Research Manager - Social & Commercial Insights

Job description

Are you a Research Manager who wants more variety, more impact, and more intellectually stimulating work?
  
This is a rare opportunity to join one of Australasia’s leading marketing communications groups, sitting within a specialist insights team known for high-impact, fully bespoke research - no templates, no shortcuts.
  
Why this role stands out
  • Blend of social impact and commercial research – meaningful and strategic work
  • True mixed-method exposure – deepen both qualitative and quantitative skills
  • Endless variety – branding, innovation, CX, comms, evaluation
  • 100% customised projects – no cookie-cutter deliverables
  • Access to a leading cultural trends platform to elevate insight and storytelling
  • Supportive, low-turnover team where people genuinely stay and grow
What you’ll be doing
  • Lead and support end-to-end research projects from design through to delivery
  • Partner with clients and identify opportunities to add value
  • Turn complex data into clear, compelling insights and stories
  • Integrate brand, marketing, and cultural thinking into outputs
What you’ll bring
  • Experience in a research agency environment (social and/or commercial)
  • Strong grounding in qualitative, quantitative, or both, with a desire to expand
  • Ability to analyse, synthesise, and communicate insights clearly
  • Natural curiosity about human behaviour, culture, and trends
  • Relevant degree (e.g. Psychology, Marketing, Social Sciences)
Why this role, why now?
If you’re feeling boxed into repetitive projects or narrow methodologies, this role offers the breadth, creativity, and strategic exposure to truly stretch your skills.
  
Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat:
rhaylett@resourcesgroup.com | +61 449 880 582
  
Not quite right? Reach out anyway - I’m happy to talk through other insights roles across Melbourne and beyond.

About Resources Group
We are the Leading Global Talent Agency for Insights, Analytics & Data Strategy. Our consultants take the time to truly understand your career aims and are dedicated to providing tailored, impartial advice to find you the very best career move. We have access to an unrivalled and exclusive range of job opportunities with trailblazing agencies and blue-chips across Australia, NZ and APAC.
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.