Overview Join to apply for the 2026 Elections Director, Research role at Global Strategy Group .

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role. Global Strategy Group (GSG) works at the intersection of business, politics, and causes. Our team is made up of professionals from varied backgrounds in strategic communications, research, and public affairs. GSG is the go-to public affairs, communications, and research partner for companies, causes, and campaigns. We work with clients to build reputations, tackle big challenges, and win. This role is for an Elections Director for the Research practice to support the team from November 2025 through the 2026 election cycle. This is a mid-level research position focused on political and public affairs research, operating as a Project Lead responsible for managing all aspects of the research project and understanding larger client objectives. Project Leads manage multiple assignments—projects, deliverables, client relationships, and proposals. The role includes training to work on all aspects of a project with the goal of overseeing an entry-level analysis later, while remaining accountable for final deliverables. Responsibilities Manage qualitative and quantitative research projects from start to finish with full accountability for project success Design and produce client-ready survey questionnaires and qualitative screens and guides requiring minimal edits from the account lead Develop analyses of research projects, including written analyses and visual PowerPoint presentations requiring minimal edits from the account lead Provide insights and strategy to clients with a strong strategic voice Manage projects and client relationships independently with minimal oversight Conduct moderate qualitative research engagements, including in-depth interviews, focus groups, and online discussion boards Oversee and coordinate research projects, track project details, organize tasks, and maintain adherence to timelines Oversee project fielding, review partials, provide edits, discuss weighting targets with the data team, and troubleshoot fielding issues Train, manage, and oversee junior staff on project execution, with basic supervisory guidance Lead the development of new business proposals, including producing, editing, and delivering presentations with senior staff oversight Conceptualize and develop research designs and methodologies for new business to meet client objectives Identify growth opportunities and provide recommendations to the team Qualifications 6-8 years of experience in research with a focus on politics Experience executing all stages of a research project—both quantitative and qualitative Strong strategic and consulting voice Strong presentation skills Excellent project management and organizational skills with ability to juggle multiple projects Experience with client-facing responsibilities, including leading client engagements (a plus) Experience with in-depth interviews and moderating focus groups (a plus) Excellent communication and writing skills Strong analytical skills with ability to tell a story and provide actionable recommendations Team player with ability to collaborate and maintain relationships Ability to mentor, train, and manage entry-level employees Attention to detail and experience catching mistakes Experience or coursework with statistics and advanced quantitative methods (a plus) Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) Experience producing graphical representations of data The base salary for this position is between $110,000 to $120,000, commensurate with experience. GSG provides a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, and dental insurance; paid parental leave; generous time off and holidays; 401k with employer match; and additional benefits. If this sounds like an opportunity for you, please send your information our way. When submitting your resume, include a cover letter highlighting relevant experience and why you want to be part of the team at GSG. We are interested in candidates who align with our mission and want to contribute to our growth. Candidates who match the needs for the position will be contacted via email. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation to complete your online application or participate in the interview process, please reach out to hr@globalstrategygroup.com or call (212) 260-8813 to speak with someone in Human Resources – Talent Acquisition. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries: Public Relations and Communications Services

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