Senior Research Analyst, Content Strategy

National Journal

. Contribute to all aspects of Societal and Reputational Intelligence client engagements .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeWashington, DC • District of Columbia • United StatesSenior💰 $65,000 - $75,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong qualitative research and analysis skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and deliver insightful recommendations. Proven project management capabilities and client-facing experience in addressing societal and reputational intelligence issues are essential.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Qualitative Research SkillsProject ManagementClient-Facing Research DeliveryContent Creation with AI ToolsUnderstanding of Societal Issues

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Hard Skills

Qualitative ResearchData SynthesisContent AnalysisPresentation DevelopmentMarket ResearchPolicy AnalysisRisk AnalysisAnalytic ApproachesTimely Project DeliveryClient Deliverables

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCreative ThinkingStrong Writing SkillsEntrepreneurial SpiritWork Ethic

Tools & Technologies

Media Monitoring ToolsPowerPointAI ToolsClaudeChatGPTGemini

Industry Keywords

Societal IntelligenceReputational IntelligenceConsultingCapitol Hill ExperienceExecutive Agency Work

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to all aspects of Societal and Reputational Intelligence client engagements
Use media monitoring tools and qualitative research methods to identify and track trending societal issues
Produce custom analyses, bespoke insights, and recommendations for clients
Support the Senior Director of Content Strategy on flagship research projects, thought leadership reports, and webinars
Lead production of additional content supporting team goals
Produce content for key client accounts and ensure timely delivery of project work
Collaborate on research methodologies and approaches to answer client questions
Lead analysts producing signature content
Draft PowerPoint presentations, memos, and other client deliverables
Present findings and interact with clients as a trusted expert and advisor on corporate reputational risks
Contribute to product development through innovative analytic approaches, operational optimization, and research-product improvement

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong familiarity with contentious societal issues
Solid understanding of the media and political environment
Excellent qualitative research and analysis skills
Ability to execute against tight deadlines and develop professional, intellectually sound client deliverables
Highly analytic, natural problem solver with proven client-facing research delivery skills
Ability to identify key insights in complex data, synthesize large amounts of information, and clearly explain insights to clients
Skilled project manager able to manage competing priorities and adhere to timelines
Strong writing skills for varied audiences
Some experience with PowerPoint or other visual presentation formats highly preferred
3–5 years of work experience in market research, consulting, policy analysis, risk analysis, Capitol Hill, or executive agency work
Earned Bachelor's degree required; master's degree preferred
Entrepreneurial spirit and track record of building initiatives from conception to execution
Creative thinking and resourcefulness in problem-solving
Prodigious work ethic and spirit of generosity
Advanced ability to integrate AI tools, including Claude, ChatGPT, and Gemini, into content creation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salaried, full-time employment
Equal Opportunity Employer