Research Manager - Social and Commercial Insights

Research Manager - Social and Commercial Insights Melbourne, Aus $AUD 80-90,000 + Super - (posted Mar )

Job Spec: Are you a Research Manager who wants more variety, more impact, and more intellectually stimulating work?

This is a rare opportunity to join one of Australasia's leading marketing communications groups, sitting within a specialist insights team known for high-impact, fully bespoke research - no templates, no shortcuts.

Why this role stands out

- Blend of social impact and commercial research - meaningful and strategic work
- True mixed-method exposure - deepen both qualitative and quantitative skills
- Endless variety - branding, innovation, CX, comms, evaluation
- Access to a leading cultural trends platform to elevate insight and storytelling
- Supportive, low-turnover team where people genuinely stay and grow.

What you'll be doing

- Lead and support end-to-end research projects from design through to delivery




- Partner with clients and identify opportunities to add value
- Turn complex data into clear, compelling insights and stories
- Integrate brand, marketing, and cultural thinking into outputs.

What you'll bring

- Experience in a research agency environment (social and/or commercial)
- Solid grounding in qualitative, quantitative, or both, with a desire to expand
- Ability to analyse, synthesise, and communicate insights clearly
- Natural curiosity about human behaviour, culture, and trends

Why this role, why now?

About Resources Group

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.

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📌 Research Manager - Social and Commercial Insights (Melbourne)
🏢 Resources Group
📍 Melbourne