NRG is a leading global insights and strategy firm at the confluence of content, culture, and technology.  We stay ahead of what’s next, providing fresh insights to spark new ideas. We’re a trusted partner to our clients, working behind the scenes to bring imagination, depth, and clarity to their biggest challenges—in entertainment, technology, lifestyle, sports, and gaming.  Together, we create with confidence. 

We’re proud of our company’s values – these values guide us as we navigate sunny days, gray skies and everything in between:    

• Do what you love. With conviction. 

• Where discovery lives. And impact drives. 

• Celebrate difference. Cultivate belonging. 

• Big thinking. Collectively inspired. 

• Embrace the journey. Be human. 

Do you like to geek out about movies? Do you have more than a casual interest in all things film? An eye for detail and teasing a story out of numbers? We want you! 

The Film team is looking for a Senior Research Manager or Director to join our growing and dynamic team. As a Senior Research Manager or Director on the Film team, you will help lead NRG’s flagship Tracking products (the tracking of record in the industry) as well as lead other Film team initiatives when applicable.   

You’ll have the opportunity to work with industry experts and have frequent and ongoing interactions with clients across the theatrical space. The Film team is a lean and mean group, where everyone has an opinion, and all opinions are heard. No egos here. 

Working with members of the Tracking team, you’ll have the opportunity to pitch in on the full 360 of the product lines from operations to analysis, including participating in the forecasting process. You will play a key role in our Global Tracking efforts, which cover 12 markets worldwide including the US, with a strong focus on international regions. While this role is predominantly Tracking focused, there may be opportunities to contribute to other custom projects as time permits.  

As a Senior Research Manager or Director on the Film team, you’re going to be immersed in a core part of NRG’s growing business, asked to learn a lot, and deliver to a high level.  

• Lead all phases of quantitative research projects, including research design, questionnaire development, data analysis and storytelling. The role will primarily focus on quantitative studies, but with some qualitative research exposure.  

• Translate research data into clear, actionable insights and recommendations through story-driven reports.  

• Partner with internal and external operations teams (programming, fieldwork, data processing) to drive projects forward on stringent timelines.  

• Cultivate and foster deep client relationships through effectively managing day-to-day client interaction, solving client issues and concerns and successfully executing projects.  

• Troubleshoot any complicated issues that arise in an efficient and effective manner.   

• Help lead and develop the team, giving meaningful feedback on all aspects of a project and training analysts across methodologies.   

• Drive successful project execution, collaborating with senior team members in the US and London and providing input and oversight to junior team members on quality control processes at each step of the research lifecycle, from checking survey programming logic, questionnaire proofing, and proofing reports and presentations for accuracy.   

• Experience – We’d love for you to have 5+ years’ experience working in consumer insights, consumer research or in an analyst/strategy role at an entertainment/media company. 

• Your degree(s) – Ideally looking for a BA/BSc degree with a strong academic record, and with a degree in areas such as Social Sciences, Business, Marketing, Market Research, Statistics, Economics or a related field. Additional degrees are welcome! 

• Passion – An enthusiasm for research, data driven approaches, and strategic thinking. You live and breathe all things entertainment and enjoy staying up to date on industry trends and developments. Small talking or deep diving on entertainment fuels you.  

• Research practitioner – In depth understanding and experience with complex quantitative research methodologies and flexibility to work on both quantitative and quantitative projects, especially with quantitative tracking studies.   

• Curiosity and critical thinking – You are genuinely interested in seeking information on the “whys.” You have the ability to address issues using creative and collaborative tactics.  

• Data viz chops – Expert at navigating data sets and extracting insights. Experience visualizing data with tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Slides, Keynote and more. 

• Storytelling – Strong writing skills where you can craft a story around data insights and clearly communicate key points in a succinct manner. You have great oral communication skills as well.  

• Client-centric – You love nurturing and building relationships and can confidently provide strategic guidance to your clients.   

• Self-starter – Internally-motivated who continuously strives to get things done well, regardless of challenges encountered. 

• Expert multitasker – Successfully manages time and multiple competing priorities to ensure deadlines are always met.  Staying organized is a must for managing projects! 

• Hawk-eyed attention to detail – No errors get past you and you do all that you can to ensure nothing slips through the cracks when it comes to quality control and reporting. 

• Great Team Member – Team player who is able to work collaboratively and harmoniously within a team and across teams. You will roll up your sleeves to help get the job done and no task is beneath you. You welcome feedback because you have a zest for learning and growing. 

This is a full-time, salaried position. 

We embrace the current era of work and what it means to be a best-in-class employer. We understand the flexibility that is required to recruit and retain incredible talent, whether it’s empowering you to do your best work from the comfort of your home or supporting you if you need to take a mental health day for self-care and rest. Below is a unique blend of benefits tailored to meeting the ever-changing professional landscape.  

• Flexible/Remote work with optional usage of our great offices in London  

• Generous number of recharge days as well as bank holidays and office closure days including the week of Christmas and New Year’s  

• Private medical insurance  

• Pension scheme with company match  

• Parental Leave (baby bonding)  

• Regular performance evaluations with opportunities for promotions and merit increases  

• Educational and training reimbursement plan and other training and professional development opportunities  

• Employee perks program (includes discounts on travel, hotels, cars, fitness, movie tickets and more)  

• NRGratitude – our company-wide employee recognition program  

• Regular team/company events and activities including annual summer and holiday parties  

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is at the center of all our practices to ensure that NRG is a place where people from all identities and backgrounds can thrive. NRG is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse talent by supporting their growth through learning programs, internal mobility, affinity group participation and leadership development. Our differences make us a stronger workforce and enhance our creativity and innovation. We are proud to be an inclusive workplace for all and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.   

Required Application Materials:  

• CV 

• Cover letter which should include why you are excited about this opportunity and why the Global Tracking team should want to work with you