Research Director page is loaded## Research Directorlocations: NSW - SHS 2 Holt Street Surry Hillstime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: Job\_Req\_51980We're looking for a Research Director to help us reinvent how research and insight is done at News Corp Australia. Reporting to the Head of Research, you won't be a traditional Director; rather, you will be someone obsessed with the future of research, technology, and generative AI, finding ways to make insight work faster, smarter, and more impactful. You will be passionate about turning audience insight into decisions that improve products and commercial outcomes, while working on projects that influence the future direction of the country and advocate for a better Australia.**In this role, you will:*** **Lead Strategic Research:** Craft and lead high-impact research programs across diverse topics like media, sport, and the economy. These programs will inform product vision, company priorities, and long-term bets in an AI era.* **Modern Execution:** Design and conduct quantitative and qualitative research yourself and through external agencies. You'll use modern analytics and AI tools to accelerate analysis while retaining strong human judgement.* **Data Synthesis:** Triangulate and verify insights by combining multiple data sources primary research, first-party data, and third-party sources to build robust, defensible conclusions.* **Commercial Storytelling:** Deliver commercially-oriented insights through influential storytelling and strategic foresight to support decision-making across business units.* **Team Leadership**: Manage a Research Manager and model leadership behaviours that inspire the team, contributing to the development of a best-in-class capability within the Growth Intelligence Centre.* **Experience & Background:** 8+ years' experience in market research or insights with an agency background preferred. You are currently functioning as a Research Director or a Senior Manager ready to step up.* **Future-Focused Mindset:** You aren't a traditional researcher. You are energised by the future of insights and excited to experiment with generative AI tools to automate work and amplify impact.* Technical Expertise: Deep experience designing quantitative or mixed-method studies and conducting market sizing. You have advanced knowledge of Q or SPSS, Excel, and research knowledge platforms.* **Analytical Rigour:** A demonstrated ability to cross-check and stress-test insights using multiple data sources with high attention to detail and quality standards.* **Communication Skills:** Excellent presentation and storytelling abilities. You can connect disparate information into clear narratives for senior stakeholders and clients.* **Collaborative Drive:** A proactive, opportunity-spotting mindset with strong skills in managing stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and supplier relationships.**Why News Corp Australia**Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You'll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia's most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.News Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.Our benefits include:* **Exclusively ours** - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family* **Perks & discounts** - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits* **Health & wellbeing** - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)* **Time off** - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.* **Financial wellbeing** - Support on making the most of your moneyIn addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:* **Helping you grow** - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career* **Giving back** - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives* **Workplace Inclusion and facilities** – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents' roomsWe are Australia's number one and most influential media organisation with more than 150 prestige brands across news, sport and lifestyle. Each month more than 17 million Australians choose to consume news and information from our digital and print products – more than any other media group in Australia.Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit**Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion**Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply!We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please do not hesitate to let us know. In order for us to assist you, please ensure you include the role title you are applying for in the subject line. For more information regarding Diversity at NewsCorp Australia please visit under the Diversity@News section.**Category:**Finance and StrategyWe are proud to be Australia's most impactful media group, we're even prouder of what we stand for: Together, we inform, advocate and inspire all Australians, for a better Australia.With over 150 brands across news, sport and lifestyle, backed by a team of more than 5,000 dedicated people across the country, News Corp Australia is trusted by over 17 million Australians a month to provide the information and inspiration they seek across multiple digital, video, audio and print for world-class journalism and marketing services nationally and internationally, we are passionate, creative and dynamic. We offer a fast-paced environment that encourages individuals to take control of their future and challenge themselves in ever-changing fields.#J-18808-Ljbffr