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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$150K - $180K *

Deliver strategic direction for data science products, overseeing development and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business goals, driving measurable outcom...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a data-driven future by leading product strategy for data science solutions. Drive innovation, oversee development, and ensure alignment with business goals to deliver impactful analytics prod...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $120K *

Lead high-impact global research initiatives to drive marketing strategies, influence decisions, and mentor junior team members while managing complex projects and vendor relationships across theatric...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Transform healthcare insights by leading end-to-end quantitative market research. Collaborate with pharmaceutical teams to design impactful studies, analyze data, and deliver actionable recommendation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $230K *

Lead the comprehensive marketing function, driving customer growth through integrated strategies across brand, retail, digital, and lifecycle marketing, while optimizing performance and maintaining br...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Innovate data-driven strategies to enhance analytics capabilities and drive business insights. Collaborate across teams to leverage data science techniques, ensuring impactful decision-making and fost...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Champion program management excellence by leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex customer programs on time and within budget. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational processes, and...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$222K - $278K *

Shape the future of competitive intelligence by developing insights that drive commercial success for innovative therapies. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance market research capabilities and e...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$211K - $264K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of lung cancer treatment through strategic market research. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive insights that inform commercialization and enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of financial services by driving sales growth, building relationships, and expanding market share. Collaborate with partners and clients to identify opportunities and close complex de...

Connecticut, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Drive innovation and strategic growth by leading research initiatives in Corporate Underwriting. Collaborate across teams to assess market opportunities, influence key decisions, and develop high-perf...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives in Corporate Underwriting. Drive innovation, assess market opportunities, and collaborate across teams to influence key business decisions while foste...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $170K *

Drive strategic growth by leading research and development initiatives in Corporate Underwriting. Collaborate across teams to assess market opportunities, influence key decisions, and foster a high-pe...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K *

Help us transform innovative ideas into life-saving solutions by leading business development efforts in the biotech and medtech sectors. Your expertise will drive client engagement and project succes...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Champion strategic growth by leading innovative research initiatives in Corporate Underwriting. Drive cross-functional collaboration, assess market opportunities, and influence key business decisions...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Shape the future of enterprise analytics by leading a talented team to drive optimal marketing strategies for top-tier insurance clients, leveraging robust data analysis and fostering collaboration ac...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $125K *

Champion data-driven insights by leading dashboard initiatives and managing data workflows. Collaborate with teams to ensure data integrity and accessibility while guiding a group of analysts to deliv...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $135K *

Optimize data governance and operational excellence across media channels. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in data management and analytics while fostering collaboration a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $125K *

Transform data management strategies and drive operational excellence across media channels. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in analytics and governance while fostering co...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $125K *

Empower data strategy and governance by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in data management and analytics. Drive continuous improvement and foster collaboration across m...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $140K *

Optimize data governance and operational excellence across media channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality, drive automation, and ensure adherence to standards, while m...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Drive innovative media strategies that elevate audience engagement and box office success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful campaigns across diverse platforms, ensuring alig...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving eCommerce strategy and execution, managing client relationships, and mentoring junior members. This dynamic role requires strong commercial acumen and collaboration to deliv...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $110K *

Elevate client success by leading eCommerce strategies and execution. Drive growth through data-driven insights, manage client relationships, and mentor teams in a dynamic environment focused on deliv...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$264K - $366K *

Develop and lead a global growth strategy for an AI assistant, driving user acquisition and engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product-led growth and optimize marketing eff...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.

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