Associate Director - Strategic Research and Insights Melbourne, Aus $120-140,000 + Super - (posted Jun 26 2026)
Company: Resources Group Advertisers Ref: RH250626MrWeb Ref: 163079
Job Spec: Are you a strategically minded quantitative researcher ready to step into an Associate Director role where thinking, not just delivery, sets you apart?
This thriving independent insights consultancy is known for pushing beyond surface-level findings to uncover what truly drives behaviour and commercial growth. With a future-focused mindset and a reputation for intelligent, high-impact work, they partner with leading brands to solve complex strategic challenges.
Independence here means freedom - freedom to design bespoke research approaches, challenge client assumptions, and deliver insight that genuinely shapes direction.
As Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading high-value, strategically focused research programmes.
You will:
- Lead the design and delivery of complex quantitative research across brand, segmentation, innovation, customer strategy and experience
- Partner with senior clients to shape research questions and ensure work ladders into broader business objectives
- Translate sophisticated analysis into clear strategic narratives that influence decision-making
- Provide oversight and direction to more junior team members, ensuring intellectual rigour and storytelling excellence
- Contribute to proposals and thought leadership initiatives.
What You Bring
- 7+ years' experience in quantitative research within an agency or research-led commercial environment
- Strong expertise in strategic research design and advanced analytical thinking
- Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
- A track record of delivering insight that informs long-term business strategy
- A collaborative leadership style and passion for developing others
- Intellectual curiosity and a challenger mindset.
What You'll Love
- A progressive, independent consultancy with room to shape ideas
- A modern hybrid working model and genuine flexibility
- Investment in professional development and strategic capability
- A high-performing, supportive team culture.
Why Now?
This award-winning agency continues to grow, with increasing demand for deeper, more strategic research partnerships. This role offers the opportunity to step up, shape conversations at a senior level, and influence work that truly moves the dial. If you're ready to take ownership of strategic research and step into an Associate Director position with real impact, let's talk.
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.
Who to contact: Please contact Rowan Haylett at Resources Group on 04498 80582 to discuss things further, or email rhaylett@resourcesgroup.com
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