Research & Insights Specialist

Why Join Us?

Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) is Australia’s leading media company, home of the iconic Triple M & HIT networks, and Australia’s #1 podcast network, LiSTNR. We're shaping the future of Australia’s audio landscape and need passionate, high-performing talent to help us entertain, inform, and inspire—anytime, anywhere.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the media landscape continues to evolve, our Research & Insights team plays a critical role in shaping smarter strategy, deeper audience understanding, and stronger commercial outcomes across the organisation.

About the Team & Office

Based in our Brisbane office, the Research & Insights team partners closely with Sales, Commercial, Content and Leadership teams nationally. This role is a 12-15 month contract position.

This is a highly collaborative, insight‑driven group who are passionate about understanding audiences, uncovering consumer behaviour, and translating data into meaningful, real‑world impact for both clients and the broader business.

A day in the life?

As a Research & Insights Specialist, you’ll be a trusted expert within SCA working on complex research projects, uncovering audience insights, and helping teams make confident, evidence‑based decisions.

You’ll work with senior stakeholders and play a key role in supporting revenue growth through insight‑led storytelling and strategic analysis.

In this role, you will:

• Lead end‑to‑end research projects, including brand lift, creative testing, perceptual and tracking studies.
• Analyse radio, TV and industry data to interpret audience behaviour and consumer trends.
• Deliver clear, visually compelling research presentations that translate data into actionable insights.
• Partner closely with Sales and Commercial teams to support client strategy and market opportunity development.

What You’ll Need:

• 5+ years’ experience in media, agency or market research environments.
• A degree in Marketing, Communications, Media or a related discipline.
• Advanced experience with Nielsen, Roy Morgan, Sparq and other research tools.
• Strong analytical capability with a proven ability to turn data into commercially relevant insights.
• Excellent communication skills and confidence presenting to senior stakeholders and clients.

Let us sweeten the deal!

• Flexible working options to help balance work and life.
• SCA GIGs – our internal development program supporting career growth and cross‑skilling.
• Wellbeing Perks – birthday leave, volunteer leave, plus free and discounted concert and footy tickets.
• Salary Packaging – access novated leasing and exclusive discounts on gyms and major brands.

We’re looking to kick off recruitment immediately, so if this opportunity sounds like a great fit for you, please don’t wait—submit your application as soon as possible!

Southern Cross Austereo (SCA) is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and fair hiring. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and ensure a workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.

SCA is committed to providing an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any accommodations during your interview, please let us know. We’re happy to support your needs to ensure a fair and comfortable experience. Reach out to careers@sca.com.au for assistance.

Still not convinced? Head to our TikTok, Life@LiSTNR, for a sneak peek into some of the fun we have at SCA!

Keen? Apply now by submitting your resume via our careers page.

Hot tip: Make sure you download and sign up to LiSTNR – you may be asked about your listening experience throughout the interview process!