The Research Manager turns data into direction — leading Georgia Power’s economic development research to help companies choose Georgia and communities win. You’ll develop a high-performing team and deliver decision-quality insights, compelling publications, and rapid, client-ready responses that power business recruitment, lead generation, and target marketing statewide and regionally through quality research products.
Job Responsibilities
- Build and maintain high-trust datasets, publications, and tools that support economic development; manage the research budget.
- Cultivate partnerships with public and private economic development allies to align efforts and stay ahead of market movement.
- Identify target segments and companies; keep 20+ target industry studies and web pages current; analyze financial and economic trends.
- Set the annual research publication plan and lead team execution—prioritize work, coach talent, and raise capability across analysts, data science, and interns.
- Recruit, onboard, and mentor graduate student interns—ensuring meaningful deliverables and strong development.
- Deliver standout prospect packages—insight-rich reports, maps, and presentations with consistent brand and story.
- Present research and industry insights to prospects, partners, and leaders—in person and virtually.
- Strengthen marketing by supplying data, reviewing content, and keeping the Select Georgia website current.
- Represent Georgia Power on boards and research councils to elevate thought leadership and expand collaboration.
Evolution of the Team
The Research Manager will lead a team that is expanding beyond traditional research—delivering modern, tech-enabled products (tools, automation, visualizations) and supporting new and evolving economic development programs across Georgia.
- Advance data science and automation capabilities (e.g., Python, APIs, cloud workflows, AI-assisted analysis) to increase speed and differentiation.
- Elevate digital storytelling and GIS deliverables (web maps, StoryMaps, interactive pages) that help prospects and partners act quickly.
- Build repeatable onboarding, training, and quality standards for interns and staff as tools and expectations evolve.
- Scale support for new initiatives (including retail and other RED/SED-regional & statewide programs) by adopting new tools and integrating research into delivery.
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