Senior Associate

About Quadrant Strategies

• →Contributing to the full research lifecycle, from proposal writing and study design through to analysis, reporting and client presentations
• →Drafting first drafts of clear, well-structured memos, reports and decks that translate research findings into actionable insight for senior audiences
• →Working across qualitative and quantitative methodologies, such as proprietary polling, in-depth interviews, focus groups and other research methodologies
• →Supporting and eventually leading client relationships, communicating findings and recommendations with confidence
• →Collaborating with colleagues across our global offices on shared projects and business development
• →Mentoring more junior colleagues as you grow into the role

• Strong writing and communication skills - you can make complex ideas clear and compelling for audiences who may not share your expertise
• Comfort with both qualitative and quantitative research, you do not need to be a specialist in either, but you should be confident working across methods
• An understanding of how organizations communicate strategically, whether from working in communications, consulting, government, public affairs, journalism or a research-facing role
• Experience or genuine interest in how research connects to real-world decisions, whether that is corporate strategy, public policy, reputation management or something else entirely
• The ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously without dropping the ball

• Bachelor’s degree
• Strong academic record 
• At least 1.5 years of relevant professional experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. 
• Familiarity with AI tools and a willingness to integrate them into day-to-day work 

• Resume
• Cover letter (describing  your experience with research and how you think about translating findings into clear, strategic recommendations for a senior audience. Please include at least one example of a project where you worked on a communications issue - blind or redact specifics as needed.)
• Writing sample (5-10 pages)