Director, Market Research Jobs

Discover Director, Market Research opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. These senior positions help organizations understand customers, competitors, and emerging market conditions—and turn research into decisions that shape products, marketing, and business strategy.

What Does a Director of Market Research Do?

Directors of market research lead teams and programs that gather, analyze, and communicate insights. Responsibilities may include setting research priorities, overseeing quantitative and qualitative studies, evaluating market trends, and presenting recommendations to executive stakeholders. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on customer insights, brand research, competitive intelligence, product development, or market sizing.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experienced research leaders with strong analytical judgment, communication skills, and a record of translating complex findings into practical recommendations. Relevant strengths can include survey design, research methodology, consumer behavior, data interpretation, executive presentations, team leadership, and familiarity with analytics or research platforms. Requirements vary by role and industry.

Career Opportunities and Industries

Director-level market research roles are available across sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, media, and consulting. Search for opportunities that align with your expertise, preferred industry, and leadership goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find roles suited to their next career move.

Find Your Next Market Research Leadership Role

Explore current Director, Market Research openings and compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details. Use your research leadership experience to help an organization make better-informed decisions and identify its next opportunity for growth.

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$161K - $269K *

Lead the charge in transforming business intelligence strategies into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and drive measurable business...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Drive the creation of high-quality educational materials for the pharmaceutical industry, leveraging scientific expertise to support client objectives and foster business growth through strategic mark...

Colorado, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$114K - $152K *

Transform strategic direction for digital brands, leading a team to optimize programmatic campaigns and client relationships while driving innovation and operational efficiency in a dynamic environmen...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of media insights by leading commercial strategy and sales efforts in the Mid-Market & SMB segments. Drive revenue growth, build strategic partnerships, and transform sales approaches...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Drive your career forward by delivering actionable insights and strategies that enhance client media performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling narratives and optimize me...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$245K - $288K *

Join a team that's redefining marketing intelligence by leveraging data to shape strategies, drive growth, and enhance audience understanding. Lead a high-performing team to transform insights into ac...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

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Lafayette, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving growth across insurance platforms by building strategic alliances, developing executive relationships, and executing market strategies to enhance revenue and expand opportun...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive integrated marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business growth through innovative campaigns, digital activation, and thought leadership across m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$122K - $204K *

Unlock insights as you lead market research initiatives, driving strategic decisions through data storytelling and customer understanding. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance brand strategies and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by originating and managing commercial mortgage and equity investments across Southern California and Las Vegas. Collaborate with a dynamic team to evaluate opportunities and drive st...

Newport Beach, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth by managing a high-performing sales team, refining sales strategies, and fostering a culture of excellence to achieve ambitious revenue goals...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $120K *

Transform business intelligence into actionable insights by leading product strategy and development. Collaborate across teams to create scalable solutions that enhance decision-making and drive measu...

Minnesota, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K *

Oversee a dynamic team to execute media strategies, optimize campaigns, and ensure resource alignment with business goals, driving performance and compliance across various advertising channels...

New York, NYRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$211K - $373K *

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United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Manage a team of medical writers to develop impactful scientific content, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to drive medical strategies and delivera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $158K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping commercial agreements that drive our global luxury lifestyle business. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contracting practices, ensuring speed, quality, and...

Corte Madera, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$151K - $215K *

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New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Transform regulatory strategies by leading cross-functional teams to ensure timely submissions and compliance for our innovative gene therapy pipeline, driving excellence in pediatric neurodegenerativ...

New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K - $210K *

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Nebraska, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    A Director of Market Research leads research strategy and teams, oversees studies of customers and markets, and translates findings into recommendations for business leaders. The scope varies by organization and may include consumer insights, competitive intelligence, brand research, or product research.

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

    Employers commonly look for substantial market research experience, leadership ability, analytical and communication skills, and expertise in relevant research methods. Specific education, industry background, and technical requirements vary by position.

  • What industries hire Directors of Market Research?question toggle

    Directors of Market Research work in many industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, consumer goods, media, and consulting.

  • How much do Director, Market Research jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director, Market Research jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore Director, Market Research listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.