YouGov · 1 day ago
Director of Polling
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$97K/yr - $135K/yr
4+ years expYouGov is a scientific research group seeking a client-facing Director of Polling who will manage the survey research process and serve as a bridge between external clients and internal teams. The role involves project management from proposal through delivery, requiring expertise in quantitative data and survey research methodology.
Computer Software
Responsibilities
Manage the survey research process internally by working cross-functionally with lateral team members
Design, coordinate and execute a survey project from start to finish with team members and YouGov tools
Involved in proposal writing, research design, feasibility checking, pricing, and contracting
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated expertise working with quantitative data
Formal background in survey research and methodology
Four or more years working in political and or policy research
Good grasp of analytical techniques commonly used in market research
Strong background to all phases of the data collection process from design to reporting
Ability to design, coordinate and execute a survey project from start to finish
Involvement in proposal writing including research design, feasibility checking, pricing, and contracting
3-5 years previous experience with quantitative market research, academic research, or related field
Competence with Microsoft Office tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Word)
Experience with statistical software such as R, SPSS, SAS, or Stata
Working knowledge of introductory level statistics, plus real-world experience working with large datasets
Experience with data visualization
Able to excel independently with direction
Strong client communication skills
Able to work in a fast-paced environment, meeting project deadlines
Able to multi-task with excellent organizational and time management skills
Relentless attention to detail
Strong analytical skills
Drive to collaborate with cross-functional colleagues on complex research design
Strong written and oral communication skills with internal teams
Preferred
Advanced degree may offset work experience
Experience with Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides desirable
Benefits
Paid vacation, holidays and sick days
Flexible working arrangement available
Group medical, dental and vision insurance
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Paid parental leave
401(k) with company match
Company
YouGov
YouGov is a data and analytics group that enables companies to explore, plan, activate, and track marketing activities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jennifer Wilson, MS, SHRM-SCP, SPHR
Sr. People Partner
Jenny S.
Senior Talent Acquisition Partner
Recent News
2025-11-08
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