Lake Research Partners (LRP), a leading Democratic public opinion research and political consulting firm, seeks qualified and experienced candidates for a full-time Senior Research Analyst position to work with political candidates and progressive issue clients. The Senior Research Analyst will report directly to one of the LRP's partners and serve as a member of the partner-led teams. The ideal candidate will have political experience and a background in opinion research and be highly detail-oriented with the proven ability to follow through on assignments.
LRP team members serve as senior advisors to a wide range of advocacy groups, labor unions, non-profits, state and federal government agencies, companies and foundations, and numerous elected officials at all levels of the government.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Leading a team in designing and executing new projects
Creating questionnaires, reports, proposals, and memos for clients
Representing the firm with clients, delivering presentations, and managing client relationships
Designing survey and focus group materials
Training and overseeing junior and associate analysts while reviewing their work
Providing support for marketing needs as directed
Attending external events of interest to the team and firm
Applicants Must:
Be organized, diligent, and responsible and able to juggle a range of different tasks simultaneously
Exhibit a high level of attention to detail
Display excellent written and verbal communication skills and be able to work well under tight deadlines
Be able to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept direction on given assignments
Be able to effectively operate with minimal oversight, manage a team, and delegate tasks
Show sound judgment and discretion
Show good customer relationship and follow-up skills
Preferred Skills:
A high level of political acumen
A background in or understanding of data analysis
5-7 years of experience in an office setting
Experience designing, conducting, and analyzing opinion research
Experience in leadership, management, and oversight
Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
A commitment to the progressive movement and to social, economic, and racial justice
Applicants may apply through Democratic gain or by submitting a resume and cover letter to jobs@lakeresearch.com with the subject line "2024 Research Analyst." Applications will be accepted until April 30 and will be considered on a rolling basis.