Polling Manager

Are you ready to apply your years of political experience to build a rewarding career in the political vendor world? Are you passionate about polling, data, and strategy? Cygnal is seeking a Polling Manager to join our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll work closely with Pollsters and cross-functional teams to conduct research, analyze data, and deliver actionable insights to clients. You’ll manage project timelines, ensure the accuracy of deliverables, and play a key role in driving Cygnal’s growth through business development and client relationship management.  

Why Cygnal?

At Cygnal, we’re a collaborative, innovation-driven company that thrives on delivering Intelligence for Action to our clients across the U.S. and globally. Our team-oriented culture values growth, excellence, and personal development. When you join Cygnal, you become part of a team that values your contribution and is invested in your success.

If you’re excited to grow your career in political data and strategy, apply now and become a part of Cygnal’s mission to deliver actionable intelligence that drives meaningful results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design research projects and generate actionable insights that help clients understand their needs, stakeholders, audiences, and goals.

• Deliver clear and compelling analysis to support client decision-making.

• Own the scripting and analysis processes, ensuring error-free deliverables before Pollster review.

• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and collaboration with Pollsters and Sampling teams.

• Keep platforms like Pipedrive and Jira up-to-date with accurate and timely information.

• Develop a deep understanding of client campaigns and objectives.

• Present analysis decks to clients when Pollsters are unavailable.

• Foster and grow strong client relationships, contributing to Cygnal’s continued success.

• Partner with Pollsters on business development, maintaining key relationships and identifying new leads.

• Continuously evaluate and refine processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Expand your expertise to manage qualitative research projects, including focus groups.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in a political campaign management role, committee, or similar setting.

• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to balance accuracy and efficiency.

• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment.

• Creative thinker with the ability to develop unique, impactful ideas.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain complex ideas concisely.

• Strong presentation skills with confidence in front of clients.

• Assist the pollster with organization and scheduling tasks, ensuring efficient coordination and timely communication.

• Mental resilience to manage multiple projects on tight deadlines.

• Flexibility to work weekends or unconventional hours as needed.

• Must be located in the Arlington, VA area.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary.

• Company contribution toward health insurance, plus fully covered dental and vision insurance.

• Flexible paid time off.

• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, as well as term life insurance.

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

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