Quantitative Research | Brand Strategy | Segmentation | Innovation Research | Customer Strategy | CX Insights | Consumer Insights
Are you a strategically minded quantitative researcher ready to step into an
Associate Director
role where thinking, not just delivery, sets you apart?
This independent strategic insights consultancy is known for going beyond surface-level findings to uncover what truly drives customer behaviour, brand growth and commercial strategy. Partnering with leading brands across multiple sectors, the team designs bespoke research approaches and delivers insights that genuinely shape strategic decision‐making.
Independence here means freedom to think – challenging assumptions, designing smarter research, and influencing what clients do next.
The Role
As Associate Director, you will lead high‐value quantitative research programmes and play a key role in shaping strategic insight for major clients.
You will:
Lead the design and delivery of complex quantitative research
Work across brand strategy, segmentation, innovation, CX and customer strategy
Partner with senior clients to frame research questions and business problems
Translate advanced analytics into explicit, compelling strategic narratives




Guide and mentor junior researchers to maintain rigour and storytelling excellence
Contribute to proposals, thought leadership and strategic growth initiatives
What You Bring
6/7+ years' experience in quantitative research (agency or research‐led consulting environment)
Strong strategic research design and analytical thinking capability
Experience delivering insight that informs long‐term business strategy
Confidence in presenting to and influencing senior stakeholders
A collaborative leadership style with experience mentoring researchers
Intellectual curiosity and a challenger mindset
What You'll Love
Independent consultancy with true strategic influence
Hybrid working + genuine flexibility
Investment in professional development and strategic capability
High‐performing team delivering intellectually stimulating work
Why This Role?
This award‐winning consultancy is continuing to grow, with clients increasingly seeking deeper strategic insight.
This is an opportunity to step into an Associate Director role with real influence, shaping conversations, guiding research direction, and delivering insights that genuinely move the dial.
Apply now or contact Rowan Haylett for a confidential discussion or ************.
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📌 Associate Director – Quantitative Research | Strategic Insights (Sydney)
🏢 Resources Group
📍 Sydney