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. 

We are looking for a VP/SVP of Advanced Analytics to join NRG to shape and execute our company’s analytics vision.  This role will report directly to our C-level leadership team, and will be responsible for leading, championing and participating in client facing pitches, discussions and proposals related to statistical methodologies, advanced analytical techniques and data science rigor. This is a strategic, client-facing leadership position that requires strong business acumen, exceptional technical expertise, and a deep understanding of the market research industry.  If you are passionate about championing a forward-looking approach to analytics, pushing the boundaries of research methodologies and integrating emerging technologies to enhance data-driven insights, this is the role for you.   

• Client Engagement & Solution Design 

• Serve as the analytical and methodological expert in collaborating with clients and NRG research teams to understand their business challenges, objectives, and data needs, translating them into tailored analytics solutions with rigor and sophistication.  

• Lead and defend recommendation on selecting the relevant advanced analytical techniques and approaches which include but not limited to: sampling methods, market sizing, predictive modeling, segmentation, discrete choice modeling, Bayesian network analysis, SEM, etc. 

• Oversee the design and communication of sampling strategies, questionnaire/data inputs, weighting/data treatments and implementation of advanced analytical approaches with special consideration for a global context.  

• Serve as the subject matter expert on data integration with well established knowledge of survey data formats, client side first party data and third party data sources related to transactions, behavioral data.  

• Drive the interpretation of analytical results and ensure actionability in close collaboration with clients and NRG research teams.   

• Translate complex methodological concepts into accessible language for clients and stakeholders. 

• Collaborate with clients to understand their research needs and recommend appropriate methodological approaches. 

• Strategic Leadership & Vision 

• Develop and implement a comprehensive analytics strategy aligned with the company’s overall business objectives and in the context of rising influences of AI. 

• Identify and integrate innovative analytical methodologies, machine learning models, and data science techniques to advance the firm’s offerings. 

• Act as a thought leader and subject matter expert, influencing the company’s market positioning and industry recognition in advanced analytics. 

• Innovation & Capability Development 

• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in data science, artificial intelligence, and quantitative research methods. 

• Evaluate, select, and implement cutting-edge tools and platforms to enhance analytics capabilities and improve efficiency. 

• Quality Control & Methodological Rigor 

• Establish standardized processes, frameworks, and quality controls to ensure analytical outputs meet the highest standards of methodological rigor, reliability, and relevance. 

• Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Partner with internal teams—such as product development, research operations, client services, and marketing—to align analytics initiatives with overall company goals. 

• Team Management & Development 

• Mentor and guide a multidisciplinary team of analytics professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. 

• Experience:  We’d love for you to have 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in advanced analytics, data science or quantitative research roles, ideally within the market research or consulting industry.  Demonstrated track record of employing advanced analytical techniques and delivering high-impact insights to clients.   

• Your degree:  Ideally looking for a Masters or Ph.D. in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Economics, Data Science, Mathematics, Computer Science or a related field.   

• Technical Skills:  You bring a deep expertise in sampling methods, statistical modeling, predictive analytics, segmentation, discrete choice modeling, time series analysis, Bayesian Network analysis, etc.  Proficiency with analytical software such as Q, SPSS, Python, SAS, etc.  Even better if you have some knowledge and skills in machine learning.   

• Leadership – You have a well-developed leadership acumen and can lead and develop a team. You are a strong collaborator and can partner effectively with leaders across the business to develop and deliver optimal insights for our clients. 

• Executive presence – Experience in handling complex client issues, providing well-informed strategic counsel, at times under tight time pressure. 

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

• Strong Business Acumen:  You are able to translate data-driven insights into actionable business recommendations that address client challenges and contribute to revenue growth.  You balance the flexibility to devise and advise on the implementation of methodologies along with real world constraints, while also upholding rigor.   

This is a full-time, exempt 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 Playa Vista or New York  

• Unlimited PTO, volunteer days and a generous number of recharge days including a full office closure during the week of Christmas and New Year’s  

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans  

• 401K with company match 

• 12 weeks paid 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) 

• Resources available for mental health, inclusive care and family building 

• NRGratitude – our company-wide employee recognition program 

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

• Pet friendly headquarters and pet insurance options.  

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.   

To comply with equal pay and salary transparency laws in various locations, we believe the target range of base compensation in all locations within the United States for this role is $150,000-250,000. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and location.