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Research Director, YouGov Sport

Melbourne, VictoriaFull-time2026-10-14 → 2026-11-12

Core

Lead the delivery, retention, and growth of YouGov Sport's consumer research business for Australia's premier sports organizations.

Role type

Senior management research director (sports)

Builds

Actionable consumer insights and reports for sports leagues and clubs

Domain

Sports industry + market research

Deliverable

dashboards & analysis

Required skills

Client relationship management, project management, team leadership, data analysis, new business development, research design, data quality management

Preferred skills

Sport industry experience, quantitative research expertise, AI application, media integration

Technologies

Q Software, Excel, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Develop comprehensive research strategies, manage team performance, analyze data and prepare reports, manage client relationships, drive new business growth, ensure data quality, collaborate on marketing and PR

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities