Senior Research Executive

Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company. Working at Nine, you’ll have access to a unique range of experiences and opportunities, helping drive the success of the country’s most trusted television, radio, digital and publishing brands. 

Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact. We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.

Some of our most beloved brands have been part of Australian life for generations, and others - new on the scene - have already found their place firmly in our lives. We’re evolving and we need people like you to bring new ideas, innovate and make your mark.

Our Group Audience Insights team powers audience growth through insight-led decision making. We partner with teams across Marketing, Content, and Product to deliver a deep understanding of what drives our audiences. Our multidisciplinary team includes qualitative and quantitative researchers, data visualisation and research operations specialists. Group Audience Insights also manages the infrastructure that supports insights at scale - think audience panels, data collection and analysis tools, and knowledge-sharing platforms.

As a Senior Research Executive, you’ll support the Senior Manager in the delivery of quantitative research projects, both in-house and with external agencies, and play a key role in uncovering actionable insights that drive audience understanding and business decisions.

Day to day you will:

• Conduct end-to-end custom and continuous quantitative research using Nine’s audience panels, site/app intercept surveys, customer lists, and external panels.

• Handle all aspects of the process, including brief taking, sample and questionnaire design, project management, quota and weighting design, data analysis, and reporting.

• Use first- and third-party data sets, including behavioral, customer, media measurement, and social media data, to enhance project outcomes.

• Proactively review and improve research projects.

• Brief and manage relationships with external research partners.

• Become an expert in key research platforms, such as Ideally.

• Assist with administrative tasks like calendar management and briefing forms.

What you’ll bring:

• 3-5 years’ experience in quantitative research within an agency or client setting.

• A tertiary qualification in psychology, marketing, economics, data science, or related fields.

• Experience designing and conducting quantitative research, including custom and tracking studies.

• A solid understanding of quantitative research principles: sample design, weighting, significance testing

• Skills in data tabulation/statistical software like Q or SPSS.

• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and/or Google Suite, with the ability to produce research charts.

• Strong numeracy, analytical thinking, and attention to detail with a focus on data accuracy.

Desirable:

• Self-motivated, go-getter, critical thinker, curious, organised.

• The ability to create clear, visually appealing reports that tell a story.

• Skilled at integrating primary research with 1st and 3rd party data to deliver insights.

• Experience with dashboard tools like Displayr, Qualtrics, Tableau, or Data Studio.

• Understanding of/ interest in the media landscape. Industry experience is valued, though not a must

How we work

At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team. Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part-time arrangements. We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process - just ask the Talent Acquisition team. 

Our employee benefits include:

• 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers

• Access to 'Employee Exclusives' program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind-the-scenes access, and awesome perks.

• Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads

• Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription 

More info at Nine Careers

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.

Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.  

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