Project Manager

7 days ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Verian Group Full time

Kia ora

Are you a curious and driven graduate with a passion for social research? Want to help shape better public policy and improve lives across Aotearoa? Join
Verian
, New Zealand's leading public sector research and advisory firm.

We're on the lookout for a
Project Manager – Quantitative
to join our team in Wellington. This is a rare opportunity to launch your career at the intersection of data, human behaviour, and public good.

About Us

Verian works with clients around the world to deliver evidence, insights, and advisory services that power the decisions shaping our future. With offices all over the world we combine global best practice with deep local knowledge.

In Aotearoa, we focus solely on the public sector—helping government agencies tackle some of the country's most complex social challenges. From behavioural change to policy design and programme evaluation, we're trusted to deliver research that matters.

About the Role

As a Project Manager, you'll support the design and delivery of impactful quantitative research projects for public sector clients. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting project leads with shaping, designing, and executing quantitative research
  • Supporting the development of proposals, presentations, and client-ready reports
  • Scoping and managing research activities to ensure they run on time and to budget
  • Analysing data using tools like Q, R and SPSS to uncover insights that matter
  • Helping to design robust methodologies and frameworks that drive strategic client outcomes
  • Contributing to the development of smart, effective survey instruments

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Positive and proactive – you'll jump at opportunities to help or to learn something new.
  • A curious, capable thinker with strong analytical and quantitative skills
  • Experienced (through study or work) in using Q, SPSS, R or similar tools – an interest in or experience in multi-variate analysis would be advantageous
  • Passionate about social impact, behaviour change, and public policy
  • A clear and confident communicator—both written and verbal
  • Organised and detail-oriented, with a knack for juggling multiple priorities
  • Creative and solution-focused, always ready to bring fresh ideas to the table

Whether you're a recent graduate or early in your research career, we want to hear from you

Why Join Verian?

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • The chance to work on high-impact, meaningful projects that drive real-world change
  • Learning and development opportunities to help you grow professionally
  • A collaborative, values-led team that supports your wellbeing and career progression
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive

Ready to apply?

Click the link and submit your CV. If your profile is a match, we'll be in touch quickly to arrange an initial interview.

We celebrate diversity
and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require any adjustments to participate fully in the recruitment process, please let us know—we'd be happy to help.

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