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Job Description
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Nau mai, haere mai – join us in shaping meaningful social impact in Aotearoa
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At Ipsos, we believe powerful social research flourishes when grounded in whanaungatanga, manaakitanga, and deep respect for the communities we serve. We’re seeking an experienced Wellington-based social researcher who thrives in culturally anchored research spaces, and who brings bold insight to issues facing all people.
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We’re open to considering candidates at either Research Associate Director or Director level, depending on experience, scope, and cultural leadership strengths.
About the Role\n
You will lead project teams in the design, set‑up, and management of cutting‑edge social research projects for predominantly government clients, while also driving account management and business development activities. You will play a pivotal role in mentoring your direct report and other junior researchers, shaping their career path and skills.
Key Responsibilities\n
\n - Build and nurture trusted partnerships with our key clients, acting as a kaitiaki for their aspirations and ensuring our research delivers meaningful, actionable insights.
\n - Work alongside others in the team to shape research methodologies with a focus on cultural integrity, ensuring projects meet budget and deadlines.
\n - Play a key role in shaping our direction including budgeting and strategy, and actionable insights.
\n - Develop proposals, tenders, and new business pitches that reflect our values and vision.
\n - Oversee and conduct research analysis; deliver insights to clients.
\n - Support and mentor your direct report, encouraging growth through clear goals, regular feedback and implementing career development pathways.
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About You\n
\n - Tertiary qualification in Business, Marketing, Psychology, Sociology, or related fields.
\n - Experience at a managerial level in social research (evaluation experience advantageous).
\n - Experience in leading culturally centered research, particularly with Māori and Pacific respondents, able to embody tikanga and build trustful, respectful relationships.
\n - Experience working with social marketing clients and their creative and media agencies to develop, test and monitor campaigns, particularly in the behaviour change space.
\n - Proven ability in managing large‑scale research projects.
\n - While the role has a quantitative focus, qualitative research skills would be advantageous.
\n - Strong leadership in uplifting and empowering others, able to develop and delegate and support people to reach their potential.
\n - Experience in leading or supporting new business development.
\n - Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
\n - Strong local presence; Ipsos provides a global organisation backing, ensuring best practice and leading‑edge offerings.
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Why Ipsos?\n
\n - Ipsos Aotearoa is committed to growing our kaupapa Māori research capability, and we’re eager to do this alongside the right people.
\n - Based in our central Wellington office, we deliver quantitative and qualitative research to public sector and commercial clients, helping shape positive outcomes across Aotearoa.
\n - You’ll join a dynamic and supportive team that’s focused on meaningful impact and genuine professional growth.
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Employee Benefits\n
\n - Regular social events and learning & development programmes.
\n - Paid leave days for volunteering, celebrating your birthday, and health insurance.
\n - Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), flexible work environment, and the opportunity to work overseas for up to 6 weeks per year.
\n - Centrally‑located Wellington office.
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Note: This position is only open to applicants with the right to live and work in New Zealand.
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Job Info:
- Company: Marketing Management Analytics, Inc.
- Position: Associate Director
- Work Location: Wellington
- Country: NZ
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