Join apurpose-driven consultancy specialising in community research, engagement, and communication strategy. As a proud BCorp, this organisation focuses on projects that make a positive impact on society and the environment, partnering with governments, non-profits, and local councils.

Role Purpose:
As a Senior Research Consultant, you will lead research initiatives focused on behaviour change and social research, utilising both qualitative and quantitative methodologies.
You will be the resident research expert to steer approach, methodology, projects and outcomes working collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team on standalone research projects and within wider consultations.
  
Key Responsibilities:

• Design effective and accessible qualitative and quantitative research methods, including focus groups, in-depth interviews, workshops, and surveys.

• Lead analysis and strategic interpretation of qualitative and quantitative data.

• Provide clear strategic recommendations and insights through compelling reports and presentations.

• Apply behavioural frameworks and advise on behaviour change interventions.

• Build internal research capability through knowledge sharing and mentoring.

• Manage qual recruitment and supplier relationships for data collection.

• Act as the research expert in Government proposal writing, ensuring alignment with project goals.

• Contribute to project budgeting and timeline planning.

About You:
We are seeking an experienced social and government researcher with experience of the key responsibilities shared above.
  
Your Expertise:

• Experience of working in a social research agency or similar social consultancy ideal

• Skilled in designing and delivering accessible, culturally sensitive research

• A dualist with both qualitative and quantitative expertise

• Experience across a wide range of social topics and projects such as campaign evaluations, communications strategy, service evaluation, policy evaluation etc

• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate findings into actionable insights.

• Familiarity with behavioural science frameworks and their application to research.

What’s on Offer?
This organisation takes pride in being a progressive and supportive employer, offering a range of benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements

• A generous personal andprofessional development budget annually

• Superannuation contributions 0.5% above statutory requirements.

• Carbon offset programs to reduce environmental impact.

• Volunteer leave – 4 days annually to give back to your community.

• Performance-based bonuses and incentives to reward excellence.

Want to make a positive impact in 2025? Reach out to our Senior Partner Gemma Lewis for a confidential chat on glewis@resourcesgroup.com
  
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.