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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$100K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive business development and territory management in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise to build client relationships, influence decision-making, and achieve growth goals wh...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Engage with clients and prospects to drive business growth in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise in financial services and territory management to build lasting relationships and influence advis...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Lead business development efforts in the RIA channel, driving client acquisition and territory growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client relationships and deliver comprehensive solution...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that involves conducting in-depth research across various topics, delivering actionable insights, and collaborating with a high-performing team to tackle complex q...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $152K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic initiatives across marketing, product development, and operations. Collaborate with leadership and teams to identify performance gaps and translate data into acti...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $235K *

Drive growth by leveraging your consultative sales expertise to engage higher education leaders, aligning their needs with innovative research solutions while managing client relationships and achievi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $115K *

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United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior leader, driving client relationships and revenue growth in lead-generation sectors. You'll manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring lead quality and speed while leveraging...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead and develop a high-performing team of enterprise account executives, driving revenue growth and shaping sales strategies in the finance sector. Engage with senior decision-makers and manage compl...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $225K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$146K - $282K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $206K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $196K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

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Jersey City, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $235K *

Drive product excellence by owning the lifecycle and security of high-performance client SaaS platforms hosted on AWS. Lead a dedicated team to optimize operations, ensure compliance, and deliver seam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $113K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

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Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a global team overseeing clinical trial supply operations. Drive compliance and operational excellence across clinical logistics activities, ensuring timely delivery of materials that...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Champion the go-to-market strategy for streaming advertising, leading a product marketing team to craft compelling messaging and drive revenue growth. Collaborate across departments to ensure alignmen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$165K - $185K *

Join a team that's shaping strategic direction and driving growth across multi-account projects in medical affairs. In this senior leadership role, you'll enhance client relationships, develop teams...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.