Director, Market Research & Insights Jobs

Discover Director, Market Research & Insights opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior roles turn market evidence into business direction, helping organizations understand customers, evaluate opportunities, and make confident strategic decisions.

What Does a Director of Market Research & Insights Do?

Directors in this field lead research and insights programs that inform product, marketing, sales, and corporate strategy. They set research priorities, oversee qualitative and quantitative studies, interpret customer and market data, and communicate practical recommendations to executives and cross-functional teams. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve managing research teams, external agency partners, budgets, and insights platforms.

Common Responsibilities and Skills

Typical responsibilities include developing research roadmaps, measuring brand and customer perceptions, tracking competitors and market trends, designing surveys and interviews, and translating complex findings into clear presentations. Employers often seek leadership experience alongside strengths in research methodology, data interpretation, executive communication, and stakeholder partnership. Familiarity with analytics and visualization tools can also be valuable.

Where These Leaders Work

Market research and insights directors work across industries, including technology, consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, retail, media, and consulting. Job scope varies: some positions focus on customer or consumer insights, while others emphasize market intelligence, brand research, product strategy, or enterprise-wide analytics.

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$113K - $210K *

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Waterloo, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$113K - $210K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $225K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Market Research & Insights do?question toggle

    A Director of Market Research & Insights leads research programs that help an organization understand customers, markets, competitors, and emerging opportunities. The role typically involves setting research priorities, guiding studies, interpreting findings, and presenting recommendations to decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Market Research & Insights jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial experience in market research, consumer insights, analytics, or a related discipline, along with demonstrated team or program leadership. Strong research methodology, strategic thinking, communication, and stakeholder-management skills are often important.

  • What industries hire market research and insights directors?question toggle

    Opportunities can be found in technology, consumer goods, healthcare, financial services, retail, media, consulting, and many other sectors. Responsibilities differ by employer and may center on customers, products, brands, competitors, or broader market strategy.

  • What is the typical salary range for these roles?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior market research and insights opportunities.

  • How can I find Director, Market Research & Insights jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse the category to explore relevant senior-level openings, then review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details. Compare roles with your research expertise and leadership experience.