Our Team

As the adage goes - our work is only as good as our people. Research First boasts some of the most experienced researchers and analysts in the country. They’re supported by specialists in business and communications and an in-house recruitment, field and call-centre team. With a healthy balance of kiwiness and international experience, the team is highly respected for both the global and local perspectives they bring to the table.

Senior Team

Ann Thompson

Director of Research

Jacquie Hayes

General Manager

Sarah O’Connor

Chief Financial Officer

Barry van Beurten

Partnership Manager

Liz Morley

Partnership Manager

Alasdair Allen

Research Manager

Rachel Harris

Research Manager

Nika Creutz

Senior Researcher

Pip Aimer

Senior Researcher

James Maguire

Senior Researcher

Brad Wallwork

Visual Storyteller

Gareth Heta

Senior Scriptor & Data Processor

We’re always looking for talented research professionals who have a penchant for thinking outside of the square.

We’re still on the look out for an exceptional Research manager to join the team. If think you could be that person then please get in touch with Ann Thompson by email here. We’re also currently looking for senior researchers experienced in qualitative and quantitative methods to join our Christchurch and Wellington offices. If we’ve piqued your interest then you can find more details here.