Research Consultant

Summary

Join Veris Insights as a Research Consultant and lead customized research projects from start to finish, partnering with senior-level stakeholders at prominent organizations. You will serve as a trusted advisor on recruitment strategy and candidate experience, transforming data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations. This role requires strong quantitative analysis, strategic storytelling, and exceptional communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary, fully remote work (or hybrid in the DC area), unlimited PTO, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities. Veris Insights values diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of professional experience in survey research, analytics, talent insights, consulting, or related fields
• Demonstrated excellence in external client-facing roles, with proven experience in advisory positions
• Strong quantitative analysis capabilities paired with strategic storytelling skills
• Exceptional communication skills—both written and verbal—with executive-level presence and credibility
• Proven ability to design and execute custom research projects from end to end

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary research advisor for 8-10 employer partners, understanding their unique recruitment challenges and designing customized research solutions
• Lead end-to-end research projects: define client needs, formulate research questions, create tailored survey instruments, and craft insightful presentations
• Coordinate project timelines and proactively manage relationships with senior stakeholders at client organizations
• Transform quantitative and qualitative data into clear, actionable executive summaries and strategic recommendations
• Identify key themes and insights from complex data, shaping them into compelling narratives tailored for executive audiences
• Review and refine research deliverables, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and impact before presentation to clients
• Act as a confident, credible presence when delivering customized research insights directly to senior and executive-level client stakeholders
• Become a trusted source of intelligence, proactively providing strategic guidance that influences client decisions and recruitment strategies

Preferred Qualifications

Professional services or consulting experience, particularly in talent acquisition, university/early career recruiting, or human capital consulting

Benefits

• Annual salary: $80,000-92,500K based on experience
• Fully remote (or hybrid opportunity if you live in the DC area!)
• Unlimited PTO
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401K match up to 4% of employee contributions
• Paid parental leave
• Learning and development opportunities
• Mental health days
• $1000 annual employee wellness stipend