Senior Strategic Research Analyst

Overview

The Strategic Organizing Center (SOC) is seeking a Senior Strategic Research Analyst (Senior SRA) to lead research projects, shape campaign strategy and execute campaign tactics in partnership with SOC and affiliate organizing, research, legal, and communications staff.

• Contribute to innovation in the SOC’s approach to research and campaign strategy.
• Develop and test new tools, theories and strategies in coordination with SOC leadership.
• Examine market and industry trends, analyze the strategies of key market players and track relevant policy and legislative developments.
• Design and execute comprehensive research plans.
• Conduct both qualitative and quantitative research using a wide variety of resources and methodologies.
• Draft and edit written work products for a wide range of internal and external audiences.
• Coordinate, review and support the research and written work of junior analysts assigned to specific projects.
• Provide feedback to team members in support of their skill and professional development.
• Participate in campaign field activities with unions, workers and coalition partners.

The SOC is seeking candidates who are passionate about our mission and are highly proactive. While no one candidate will embody all the qualifications below, our ideal candidate would bring:

• Commitment to Social Change: A strong dedication to social justice and workers’ rights.
• Research Skills:
  Proficient in strategic corporate research using a variety of quantitative and qualitative sources and methods.
• Writing and Editing Expertise:
  Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to create clear, compelling, and succinct content that resonates with diverse audiences.
• Legal and Regulatory Familiarity:
  Knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to workplace issues and demonstrated ability to learn new legal and regulatory regimes efficiently.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Experience working effectively as a coordinator and/or team member across functional and organizational lines.
• Mentorship and Development:
  Demonstrated experience training, developing, and coordinating the work of junior staff members.
• Attention to Detail:
  Strong analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellence and Continuous Learning:
  Dedication to maintaining high standards of work and a commitment to ongoing personal and professional development.
• Time Management:
  Ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines efficiently and effectively.

• BA/BS degree or higher
• 4+ years of conducting research, including financial and corporate research
• 3+ years of experience with union, political or community organizing
• Spanish and/or other non-English language skills a plus.

• Under current policy, SOC employees spend at least two days per week in-office at our Washington, DC or New York City office locations and may work remotely otherwise.
• Some travel required.
• Must be willing to work long and irregular hours, including work on weekends as necessary, based on campaign needs.
• The SOC has a mandatory COVID vaccine policy and safety protocols in both our office locations, including a required daily health screening survey for in-office days.

Compensation

Salary is calculated based on years of experience, with annual increases according to an established salary scale. The salary range for this position is $88,574 - $96,788. This is a full-time exempt position.

• Health Insurance: 100% employer-paid health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription benefits.
• Retirement Savings:
  After six months of employment, benefit from a 12% salary contribution to your 401K plan.
• Life and Disability Insurance:
  Premiums for life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance are covered.
• Additional Perks:
  Cell phone provision, Commuter Benefits, and access to Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Paid Time Off: 13 sick days, 14 paid holidays, 10 vacation days (increasing up to 25 with seniority), 2 personal days, and 4 days of compensatory time.
• Parental Leave: 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Professional…