Assistant Associate

Minimum Experience: Strong interest or background in politics or polling.

Salary: $55,000-$70,000 base salary + bonus, commensurate with experience

This position is available in our Washington, D.C. office.

Impact Research is a nationally recognized Democratic polling firm with offices in Washington, DC, Boston, Chicago, New York and company headquarters in Montgomery, AL.

The Assistant Associate will support partners, VPs, and associates in writing surveys, analyzing data, and presenting strategic recommendations based on findings through reports and presentations. The ideal candidate for this position is detail-oriented, has excellent verbal and written communication skills, and works efficiently with short timelines, moving deadlines, and at times, significant pressure. Applicants should be self-starters with exceptional organizational and time-management skills. The candidate selected for this position will interact with Impact partners and associates and have the opportunity to be trained in polling and strategic consulting.

Primary responsibilities include:

·      Researching & preparing documents for proposals, presentations, and client meetings and calls.

·      Proofing surveys, data, and strategic memos.

·      Creating reports, memos, charts, and Power Point presentations based on data.

·      Assisting in survey development, fielding surveys, and reporting of data.

·      Interpreting data to create meaningful and usable information to assist project leads with strategy development.

·      Assisting the Associate team with any other needs as required.

Preference given to candidates who possess a mix of the following:

·      Basic understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methods and techniques.

·      Impeccable attention to detail.

·      Creative thinker and innovator.

·      Strong written and verbal communication skills.

·      Proven ability to multi-task, highly organized with strong time management skills.

·      Experience managing multiple projects with strict deadlines on a daily basis.

·      The ability to laugh at oneself or tell a good joke.

Impact offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes employer-paid health, vision and dental insurance, paid parental leave, profit sharing, hybrid in-office/work from home schedule and a remote work stipend. Email resumes to cfarmer@impactresearch.com.  Open until filled.

Impact is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. Impact encourages applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, and veteran status. Women, people of color, and LGBTQ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.