ORIMA Research is Australia’s leading market and social research consultancy, specialising in data analytics and advisory services for government and not-for-profit clients. With over 90% of our work supporting the public sector, we help shape decisions that positively impact communities. Established in 1996, we’ve grown to a team of 80 professionals across Melbourne, Canberra, Sydney, and Brisbane. We pride ourselves on our values-driven approach, high-performance culture, and commitment to innovation, integrity, and staff development.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Research Consultant (7+ years) with a strong background in quantitative research to lead impactful social research projects. You will work closely with government and not-for-profit clients across diverse areas such as public health, communications campaign evaluation, community sentiment, and client experience.
This role is perfect for a self-starter with exceptional analytical skills, a passion for evidence-based research, and the ability to deliver high-quality insights that inform decision-making. Please see the position description on our careers website for a detailed overview of the role and its requirements.
Job Description
Duties
1. Client Engagement and Relationship Management
Advising clients on research strategy, optimal research design, and project planning, translating objectives into effective solutions
Leading client relationships, acting as the primary point of contact, building trust, managing expectations, and identifying opportunities to deepen relationships and generate new work
2. Research Design and Execution
Designing, conducting, and managing research projects from development through to analysis and reporting, ensuring delivery to agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
Managing internal and external resources, including contractors such as online panel providers and field researchers, to ensure efficiency and high standards.
Conducting questionnaire design and incorporating insights from qualitative research and stakeholder consultation.
Analysing and interpreting quantitative data using tools like Q/SPSS and Excel, including multivariate statistical analysis.
3. Reporting and Communication
Synthesising findings, identifying key insights, and developing a clear, compelling research narrative that addresses client objectives.
Communicating research findings clearly in written, oral, and visual formats, using effective data visualisation techniques such as infographics and charts.
Preparing high-quality, publication-ready reports and presentations in PowerPoint and Word.
4. Team Leadership and Business Development
Managing, mentoring, and supporting less experienced staff to build research capability and maintain quality standards.
Contributing to business development by identifying new client opportunities, writing proposals, preparing research approaches and budgets, and converting opportunities into new business.
Leading internal business improvement and R&D/innovation projects.
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
Eligibility
Applicants must be Australian citizens or permanent residents (required for government contracts).
Qualifications
7 or more years of relevant work experience
Relevant graduate or postgraduate qualification/s, ideally in Psychology, Commerce, Economics, Marketing, Social Science, and / or Statistics or other relevant degree
Technical Skills
Strong quantitative data analysis skills, including proficiency in SPSS, Q, and Excel, with experience in multivariate statistical analysis.
Expertise in questionnaire design and translating research objectives into effective tools.
Advanced data visualisation skills, including creating infographics and clear presentations of complex data.
Proficiency in preparing high-quality, publication-ready reports and presentations using PowerPoint and Word.
Experience managing external suppliers, such as online panel and CATI providers, and overseeing their deliverables
General Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and effectively.
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines.
Proven client management skills, including building trust and providing strategic advice.
Self-motivated with a positive, resilient, and proactive mindset.
Ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment and contribute to a supportive office culture.
Applications will ONLY be accepted via the careers portal on our website.
Applications must include:
CV
Academic records (including transcripts of tertiary qualification/s)
Cover letter (of no more than 2 pages) addressing the key job requirements.
We strongly advise prospective candidates to submit their applications promptly, as interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis with suitably qualified candidates for ASAP preference start dates. Positive Police check checks required. Must be able to work full-time at the office as we have a collegiate, supportive office based working culture.
Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for the next stages of the selection process.
For more information, please contact our HR team on 03 9526 9000 or at hr@orima.com