Account Executive, Research and Strategy

Account Executive, Research and Strategy

Join We Are RALLY to apply for the Account Executive, Research and Strategy role.

We’re looking for people who are ready to do the best work of their life, committed to big, bold, meaningful progress, and inclusive of every voice.

RALLY is an advocacy agency with a proven track record of driving progress on complex political and social issues. More than 500 organizations, including Climate United, the Hewlett Foundation, the National Indian Child Welfare Association, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, have partnered with us to drive meaningful change forward.

We work side by side with our clients—offering strategy, creativity, and partnership every step of the way—to advance solutions that benefit people, communities, and the future we all share.

As an equal‑opportunity employer, we make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds; we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status. We’re committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to do their best work.

RALLY partners with those driving change across today’s most pressing issues, from education and environmental justice to economic equity, gun violence prevention, healthcare access, immigration, LGBTQIA+ rights, women’s rights, and more.

• Conduct rigorous research across issue landscapes to inform strategy
• Craft bold strategies to move issues forward
• Design and launch communications campaigns that resonate
• Build and run digital efforts that drive action
• Create powerful visual identities, stories, and content that spark connection

Are you curious about what shapes public opinion, moves audiences, and influences how people understand the world? Do you love digging into information, analyzing data, and turning complex findings into clear direction for strategy and storytelling? RALLY is seeking an analytical, detail-oriented researcher to join our Insights and Strategy team as an Account Executive.

In this role, you will bring research to life across advocacy, public education, and policy campaigns. You’ll work across multiple client teams, contributing to audience understanding, message framing, insight generation, and strategy development. You’ll support quantitative and qualitative research efforts, conduct wide-ranging desk research, monitor media and social trends, and synthesize findings into clear and actionable reports and recommendations.

This is a great fit for someone who naturally connects dots, identifies patterns others might miss, and enjoys shaping strategy through thoughtful, well‑organized research. You thrive in fast‑moving environments, are comfortable supporting senior strategists and clients, and bring a blend of curiosity, rigor, and strong writing. Above all, you’re excited to help changemakers understand their audiences and make work that resonates.

• Conduct desk research on clients, issues, audiences, peer organizations, and cultural trends, pulling from AI tools, academic databases, media monitoring platforms, and public records.
• Monitor media coverage, social media discourse, and sentiment around relevant topics using media monitoring and social listening tools.
• Assist in planning and executing research efforts, including surveys, message testing, qualitative interviews, and focus groups.
• Review, analyze, and synthesize information from diverse sources into clear summaries, insights, and strategic recommendations.
• Support qualitative research by scheduling, preparing materials, observing sessions, and taking detailed notes.
• Assist with quantitative research by reviewing survey tabs, identifying patterns, and summarizing key findings.
• Contribute to the development of audience personas, messaging briefs, and narrative insights.
• Draft background materials, briefing documents, memos, reports, and thought leadership content.
• Create clear, visually compelling…