Hiring: Senior Research Analyst, Digital & Insights Company: FTI Consulting Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 02:16:09 Employment Type: Full-time Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint About the job Experience: •4 years of professional experience conducting primary research using quantitative and qualitative methodologies, with an emphasis on quantitative experience. Required Skills: •We are seeking a Senior Research Analyst who will be based in either Washington D.C., New York City, or Chicago office within the Corporate Positioning & Insights practice, serving on the primary research team. •Senior Research Analysts provide support for both research logistics and analysis, and often manage smaller projects. •Develop questionnaires, discussion guides, analysis plans and other research materials, applying sound research judgment and working closely with senior team members to refine and finalize research outputs. •Manage the day-to-day execution of primary research projects, coordinating timelines, fieldwork, vendors, and deliverables, while proactively identifying and resolving issues, to ensure work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. •Take ownership of research findings, identifying key themes, trends, audience differences, relationships, and unexpected findings, and determining the insights and implications most relevant to the research objectives. •Develop client presentations and reports that synthesize research findings into clear, compelling, data-driven stories, using effective structure and visualization to communicate actionable insights and implications. •Conduct and support focus groups and in-depth interviews where appropriate. •Independently manage defined workstreams and smaller projects, while supporting senior team members on larger, more complex, and global engagements. Qualifications: •What You Will Need to Succeed •Minimum of 4 years of professional experience conducting primary research using quantitative and qualitative methodologies, with an emphasis on quantitative experience. •Interest in and experience using AI and other emerging tools to support research development, analysis, and efficiency, with the judgment to appropriately review and validate AI-generated outputs. •Travel required to clients and to FTI office(s) •Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas •Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, high-quality analysis and deliverables. •Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills, with the ability to clearly summarize research findings and implications. •Demonstrated capacity to translate data and research findings into clear, compelling narratives tailored to colleagues and clients. •Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines. •Strong project ownership and proactive problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate needs, identify issues, and move work forward with limited direction. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!