Join a world-leading, purpose-driven consultancy dedicated to solving complex public challenges through research, evaluation, and communications. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects that influence policies and drive behavior change on critical issues such as violence against women, water conservation, and road safety.

The Role: Research Director
As a senior leader, you will collaborate closely with the Head of Federal to drive strategic growth for our federal government-focused team. Your responsibilities include developing and executing long-term strategies, spearheading business development efforts through thought leadership and speaking engagements, and staying informed on emerging government priorities.
You will lead the design and management of large-scale, complex proposals addressing government complexities and current social issues. This role involves a hands-on approach to projects with support from your team, utilizing a consultative and method-agnostic approach to drive innovative solutions and enhance strategic outcomes for clients.

About You
You have extensive experience working with the Federal Government in a strategic insights and advisory role. Your background includes expertise in behavioral communications, policy development, and evaluation. You are skilled in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies and adept at designing and running complex projects. You can effectively translate insights into compelling strategies for various stakeholders, including communications suppliers, campaign managers, government departments, and ministers.

Location: Open to candidates nationwide, with regular travel to Canberra required.
For more information, please reach out to Emily Moser at Resources Group via emoser@resourcesgroup.com or call +61 449 172 882.

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.