Wpp Group
Director, Research & Insights
Wpp Group, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
INTRODUCTION
About FGS Global -
FGS Global is a strategic advisory and communications consultancy, with over 1200 multidisciplinary experts across the world's major financial, government, business, and cultural centers. The firm is an acknowledged leader in crisis, corporate reputation, public affairs and capital markets, M&A advisory and boardroom communication counsel. FGS Global supports its clients in addressing a myriad of stakeholder concerns by leveraging its research and insights, media placement, content, digital, and data capabilities. The company was created in December 2021 by combining Finsbury, Hering Schuppener, The Glover Park Group, and Sard Verbinnen & Co. FGS Global serves its client base from 27 cities worldwide, including U.S. Offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, South Florida, and Houston.
FGS Global , a leading global strategic communications advisory firm with 30 offices across the global and over 1300 professionals, is seeking an experienced public opinion research and communications professional to join the firm's Research & Insight practice. The Research & Insight practice at FGS Global draws on a range of methodologies to inform communications strategy and messaging for a variety of clients. Our work tells clients what key stakeholders are thinking, how to prioritize their efforts, and how to communicate most effectively. This position will be based in our Washington, DC office.
The successful candidate will have experience conducting polling and public opinion research and translating those findings into insightful and actionable recommendations. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting research that supports issue advocacy campaigns, crisis communications, public policy debates, and other political/public affairs topics. Experience with qualitative and quantitative methodologies is required, and the ability to interpret advanced statistical analysis is highly preferred. Understanding of the latest social media, AI, and analytics tools is strongly encouraged.
RESPONSIBILITIESServes as the day-to-day project manager for multiple accounts with a wide range of methodologies, working closely with other FGS Global teams in strategic communications and government relations and serving as an initial point of contact for clients on researchManages qualitative, quantitative, analytics and digital research plans including proposal development, instrument design, analysis, and presentation designReports to Research & Insight Partners and Managing Directors and works closely with junior staff and external research vendors to conduct all aspects of researchBuilds and maintains strong relationships with account teams across FGS Global (strategic communications, government relations, advertising, and content) to provide insight on time and on budgetContributes insights and recommendations confidently and effectively to high level stakeholdersFollows and reports on new industry trends and best practicesContributes to new business proposals and presentations
QUALIFICATIONSA BA/BS degree in a related field and 7-10 years of experience in public opinion polling/market research is required. An advanced degree in a related field preferredExperience leading and managing the execution of polling, focus groups, and online discussions, including moderating both in-person and online focus groups.Interest in or familiarity with social and digital analytics tools and analysisExperience at a communications agency is strongly preferredExcellent written and oral communication skillsExtremely organized, detailed-oriented, and collaborative, but able to work independently in a fast-paced environmentStrong strategic thinker with an understanding of how the larger economic, political, and public policy landscape impacts clients' communications abilities and needsAbility to think broadly about the potential applications of research to different communications challenges, and ability to clearly communicate those insightsDemonstrated capacity for leadership, communication, and teamwork, including the ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast-paced environmentStrong interpersonal skills, and ability to manage a small teamSuperior judgement in managing confidential, sensitive information and projects
District of Columbia Salary Range
$100,000-$150,000 USD
We offer medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and AD&D plans, 401(k) with company matching contribution, technology reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, and paid time off to eligible full-time employees.
FGS Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetics.#J-18808-Ljbffr
About FGS Global -
FGS Global is a strategic advisory and communications consultancy, with over 1200 multidisciplinary experts across the world's major financial, government, business, and cultural centers. The firm is an acknowledged leader in crisis, corporate reputation, public affairs and capital markets, M&A advisory and boardroom communication counsel. FGS Global supports its clients in addressing a myriad of stakeholder concerns by leveraging its research and insights, media placement, content, digital, and data capabilities. The company was created in December 2021 by combining Finsbury, Hering Schuppener, The Glover Park Group, and Sard Verbinnen & Co. FGS Global serves its client base from 27 cities worldwide, including U.S. Offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, South Florida, and Houston.
FGS Global , a leading global strategic communications advisory firm with 30 offices across the global and over 1300 professionals, is seeking an experienced public opinion research and communications professional to join the firm's Research & Insight practice. The Research & Insight practice at FGS Global draws on a range of methodologies to inform communications strategy and messaging for a variety of clients. Our work tells clients what key stakeholders are thinking, how to prioritize their efforts, and how to communicate most effectively. This position will be based in our Washington, DC office.
The successful candidate will have experience conducting polling and public opinion research and translating those findings into insightful and actionable recommendations. The ideal candidate will have experience conducting research that supports issue advocacy campaigns, crisis communications, public policy debates, and other political/public affairs topics. Experience with qualitative and quantitative methodologies is required, and the ability to interpret advanced statistical analysis is highly preferred. Understanding of the latest social media, AI, and analytics tools is strongly encouraged.
RESPONSIBILITIESServes as the day-to-day project manager for multiple accounts with a wide range of methodologies, working closely with other FGS Global teams in strategic communications and government relations and serving as an initial point of contact for clients on researchManages qualitative, quantitative, analytics and digital research plans including proposal development, instrument design, analysis, and presentation designReports to Research & Insight Partners and Managing Directors and works closely with junior staff and external research vendors to conduct all aspects of researchBuilds and maintains strong relationships with account teams across FGS Global (strategic communications, government relations, advertising, and content) to provide insight on time and on budgetContributes insights and recommendations confidently and effectively to high level stakeholdersFollows and reports on new industry trends and best practicesContributes to new business proposals and presentations
QUALIFICATIONSA BA/BS degree in a related field and 7-10 years of experience in public opinion polling/market research is required. An advanced degree in a related field preferredExperience leading and managing the execution of polling, focus groups, and online discussions, including moderating both in-person and online focus groups.Interest in or familiarity with social and digital analytics tools and analysisExperience at a communications agency is strongly preferredExcellent written and oral communication skillsExtremely organized, detailed-oriented, and collaborative, but able to work independently in a fast-paced environmentStrong strategic thinker with an understanding of how the larger economic, political, and public policy landscape impacts clients' communications abilities and needsAbility to think broadly about the potential applications of research to different communications challenges, and ability to clearly communicate those insightsDemonstrated capacity for leadership, communication, and teamwork, including the ability to multitask in a dynamic and fast-paced environmentStrong interpersonal skills, and ability to manage a small teamSuperior judgement in managing confidential, sensitive information and projects
District of Columbia Salary Range
$100,000-$150,000 USD
We offer medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and AD&D plans, 401(k) with company matching contribution, technology reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, and paid time off to eligible full-time employees.
FGS Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetics.#J-18808-Ljbffr