Qual Research Consultant - Consumer Insights, Cultural and Behavioural Strategy Melbourne, Aus $AUD 85-100,000 + Super - (posted Mar 20 2026)

Company: Resources Group
Advertisers Ref: RH200326
MrWeb Ref: 162786

Job Spec: A leading independent insights and strategy consultancy is hiring a Qualitative Research Consultant to deliver high-impact work across consumer behaviour, brand strategy, cultural insight and innovation.

This is an opportunity to join a business at the forefront of behavioural science, cultural strategy and AI-driven insight, working with major Australian and global brands.


The Role

As a Qualitative Research Consultant, you will:

• Design and deliver qualitative research (depth interviews, focus groups, ethnography, workshops, online communities, social listening)
• Apply behavioural science and cultural insight frameworks to understand consumer decision-making
• Translate research into clear, strategic recommendations across brand, innovation and customer strategy
• Support client relationships and contribute to strategic discussions
• Work across U&A, segmentation, brand positioning and innovation pipelines.

Key Requirements

• 2+ years' experience in qualitative research / consumer insights / strategy
• Experience within an agency, consultancy or insights environment
• Strong understanding of consumer behaviour and brand strategy
• Ability to turn insight into commercial, actionable recommendations
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills.

About the Company

• Leading independent strategic insights agency
• Specialists in behavioural science, cultural insight and AI (proprietary tools)
• National presence with a collaborative team environment
• Work with major brands across FMCG, finance, retail and sport
• B-Corp certified, purpose-led and values-driven.

What's on Offer

• 27 days total leave (including wellbeing days)
• Fully flexible working model + state-of-the-art offices for collaboration
• Exposure to cutting-edge methodologies and tools
• Clear career progression to Senior Consultant.

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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