Research Manager

J.L. Partners is looking for a new Research Manager to join us in our DC or New York City office. After having the most successful forecast model of the 2024 Presidential Election and entering an exciting period of growth, we are looking for someone to drive our research forward in 2026 and beyond. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering industry-leading quantitative opinion research to political campaigns, large corporate partners, financial firms, and more. We are looking for ambitious, well-rounded researchers who have already excelled in polling or market research and are looking to take the next steps in their career. The successful candidate will: Have a minimum of 3-4 years’ experience in market research or polling. Ideally, you should have experience running every part of a quantitative research project: from interfacing with clients, to writing surveys, to designing and executing plans for fieldwork, to data analysis, to making strategic recommendations. Line management experience is preferred but not essential. Approach problems in a high-level, strategic manner. We are not just looking for people who can execute research and report basic findings, but who can understand and begin to solve complex, high-level problems. Have experience using data analysis software. Ideally, this would be R, but experience using Python, or to a lesser extent Stata or SPSS, is also valuable. Have strong consultancy skills , including the ability to tell compelling stories using data and their own judgement. This will include excellent written and verbal Be highly organized: comfortable managing numerous fast-moving projects with Be fascinated by opinion research : what drives how people think, how to understand it, and how to change it. Experience or familiarity with q ualitative research and data science or modelling skills are a plus but not required. The successful candidate will be at the heart of our quantitative research process . You will work closely with our Co-Founder and directly with clients to scope, resource and plan new projects. You will guide our analysts through every stage of the research, before helping present findings back to our client. You will have a brief to drive standards to their highest possible level, and will be encouraged to suggest improvements to our ways of working. In return, you will be welcomed into a successful and fast-growing firm. You will trusted to make this role your own, and will have a high level of access to our senior team. With the right skills and application, you will have excellent opportunities for progression. We ensure our pay is competitive according to industry standards and experience. We have a flexible approach to location but would want at least two days a week office time in either New York City or Washington DC. #J-18808-Ljbffr J.L. Partners.