Senior Strategic Research Analyst

Based in Washington, DC or New York, NY
(hybrid remote)

WHO WE ARE and

WHAT WE DO:


The SOC is a mission-focused center that develops strategies and implements tactics on transformational campaigns that confront corporate power. We partner with workers, allies and our affiliates — the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Communication Workers of America (CWA), and the United Farm workers of America (UFW) — whose 3 million members are united in building a strong, vibrant labor movement through organizing workers hungry for change.

Through cutting-edge research and innovative campaigns, the SOC advocates for workers, consumers and other constituencies harmed by concentrated corporate power across a wide range of industries, including food service, transportation and logistics, communications, healthcare, manufacturing and more.

THE OPPORTUNITY:
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.

THE WORK:

• 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.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
The Strategic Organizing Center (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.

Minimum Required

Education and Experience:

• 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.

Physical Demands & Working Environment

• 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.
• 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.

WHAT WE OFFER:
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