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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Drive strategic HR initiatives as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, translating business goals into effective talent strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance organizational effectiveness and...
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Elevate strategic R&D initiatives while leading a diverse team across locations. Drive growth opportunities with key defense and intelligence customers by managing contracts and fostering collaboratio...
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Champion risk management excellence by leading compliance initiatives, overseeing enterprise frameworks, and collaborating with global stakeholders to enhance organizational resilience and decision-ma...
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Agencies & Media Global Category Lead
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Senior Director, Product Marketing
$175K - $210K *
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What does a Director of Market Research do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Explore Director, Market Research listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.