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Research Manager

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Managing research requirements for Australia's premier sports leagues and clubs, delivering actionable insights on sponsorships, economic impact, and marketing campaigns.

Role type

Senior IC research manager (sports)

Builds

Actionable insights and reports for sports rights holders

Domain

Sports analytics and market research

Deliverable

dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Bespoke quantitative research, client relationship management, project management, data analysis, questionnaire design, stakeholder engagement

Preferred skills

Qualitative research, AI integration, sports research, sales/business development, Q software, managing junior researchers

Technologies

Syndicated data tools, Q software

Responsibilities

Develop project plans and deliverables, account manage top-tier accounts, manage complex projects from brief to reporting, run training sessions, submit proposals, analyze data trends, keep up-to-date with sports landscape and new techniques

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with account management focus