We’re looking for an experienced Research Manager to deliver meaningful insights and strategic recommendations to some of the world’s largest tech and social media brands. At YouGov, we’ve built a reputation for world-class data accuracy through innovative sampling and weighting methodologies; and we’re looking for someone who’s passionate about turning data into clear, actionable stories that make a difference.
If you enjoy managing projects end-to-end, collaborating with clients, and finding creative ways to bring data to life, this role offers the chance to make an impact within a fast-paced, global environment.
Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll doPartner with clients to design and recommend the best research methodologies for their goals
Manage fieldwork from start to finish, overseeing external suppliers, timelines, and incentives
Monitor project quality and troubleshoot issues to ensure smooth delivery
Analyze results and craft insightful, actionable reports that tell a story
Present findings and recommendations to clients in a clear and engaging way
Build trusted relationships and represent YouGov with professionalism and integrity
Proven experience managing custom research projects from proposal to delivery
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data
Excellent client communication and presentation skills
Creativity in solving challenges and adapting to evolving client needs
Sharp attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under deadlines
A proactive, collaborative attitude with a commitment to quality and accuracy
Experience working with tech, digital, or social media clients
Familiarity with both quantitative and qualitative research methods
Previous experience managing external research vendors or fieldwork partners
Strong data storytelling and visualization skills
For roles based in California, New York, Colorado, Massachusetts, or Washington State, the base salary hiring range for this position is $90,000 - 98,000 USD
Compensation offered will be determined by multiple factors including location, job-related knowledge, skills and experience.
Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation and additional benefits.
All US based full time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
- Flexible working arrangement available
- Group medical, dental and vision insurance
- Company-paid life and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) with company match
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Why join YouGov?
Join our global team to help us achieve our social mission: to make millions of people’s opinions heard for the benefit of our local, national, and international communities.
Understanding diversity of opinion requires diversity of background. Although our global panel of millions of people worldwide powers our research, our biggest asset is our people. If our research is to be truly representative of what the world thinks, we need people from all walks of life to be part of the team to bring their perspective to the work we do.
Life at YouGov
We are driven by a set of shared values. We are fast, fearless, and innovative. We work diligently to get it right. We are guided by accuracy, ethics, and proven methodologies. We respect and trust each other, bringing these values into everything that we do.
We strive to provide YouGovers with best-in-class benefits to support their physical, financial, and emotional wellbeing. We want our employees to have a sense of belonging and uniqueness in a supportive workplace, so they can bring their full selves to work.
Equal Opportunity Employer
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, HIV status, political affiliation, socioeconomic background, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or in line with our responsibilities as a fair and ethic employer. All employment decisions are made based on occupational qualifications, merit, and business need.
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What We Do
YouGov is an international online research data and analytics technology group. Our mission is to offer unparalleled insight into what the world thinks.
With operations in the UK, the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, India and Asia Pacific, we have one of the world's largest research networks.
At the core of our platform is an ever-growing source of connected consumer intelligence that has developed daily over our 20 years of operation. We call it living data. All of our products and services draw upon this detailed understanding of our 26+ million registered panel members in over 55 markets to deliver accurate, actionable consumer insights.
Our innovative solutions help the world’s most recognised brands, media owners and agencies to explore, plan, activate and track better marketing activities:
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Actionable answers from your audience - from syndicated data and in-depth custom research to quick surveys and polls.
Plan
Unlock the most complete view of your audience, with over a million profiling points.
Activate
Supercharge campaigns with precision targeting and unmissable advertising.
Track
Continuously monitor what the world thinks about brands, campaigns and your competition, with daily updates.
As innovators and pioneers of online market research, we have a strong reputation as a trusted source of accurate data and insights. Testament to this, YouGov data is regularly referenced by the global press, and we are the most quoted market research source in the world (Meltwater 2022).
