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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$130K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic team in client insights and reporting, ensuring exceptional service through proactive strategies and data-driven solutions. Cultivate relationships, optimize analytics, and drive operat...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $140K *

Drive innovative media strategies for healthcare clients, leveraging audience insights and performance data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance planning processes and deliver impactful...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $175K *

Shape the future of market intelligence by leveraging AI and research to uncover customer insights, drive strategic decisions, and enhance collaboration across teams. Play a pivotal role in advancing...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $167K *

Grow your career with a Senior Director role, managing custom research studies for global clients. Leverage your expertise to deliver impactful insights, oversee project teams, and build strong client...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $167K *

Champion client success by leading high-impact research projects, managing teams, and delivering actionable insights. Drive revenue growth and foster strong client relationships while ensuring quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $167K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful brand research solutions, managing multiple project teams, and fostering strong client relationships to drive revenue growth and client satisfaction in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $167K *

Shape impactful client relationships by leading custom research projects, driving insights, and managing teams to deliver high-quality results. Oversee a portfolio generating $2.5-$5M in revenue while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$142K - $167K *

Drive impactful client relationships and lead high-value research projects, managing teams to deliver insights that enhance brand performance. Shape strategies for growth while ensuring client satisfa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Elevate client outcomes by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives, driving growth through insightful research and advisory. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to influence investment deci...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Elevate client outcomes by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives. Drive growth through insightful research, influence investment decisions, and build high-performing teams to deliver excep...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic client accounts, driving growth through media effectiveness research, and shaping impactful strategies that influence investment decisions and client outcomes...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Transform client outcomes by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives. Drive growth through insightful research and advisory, while managing high-value accounts and building high-performing t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $165K *

Shape the future of client success by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives. Drive growth and influence investment decisions through expert advisory and innovative research, ensuring opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $300K *

Join a team that's driving strategic initiatives in the Individual Markets segment, partnering with leadership to execute priorities, enhance operations, and foster cross-functional collaboration for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $300K *

Transform strategic priorities into actionable plans, driving execution across cross-functional teams. Collaborate with leadership to enhance operational efficiency and ensure timely delivery of key i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $300K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic initiatives and execution for a fast-growing financial services segment. Collaborate across functions to ensure alignment and timely delivery of key priorities wh...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in consumer market research, driving insights to support beef industry strategies. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to manage projects, analyze data, and communicate findings ef...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing market research projects that drive insights and strategies for the beef industry, collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to enhance demand and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$140K - $185K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product strategy, manage roadmaps, and enhance customer experiences. Lead product initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals while mentoring j...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K *

Elevate marketing strategies by leading design and social media efforts, connecting creative output to measurable business results while modernizing workflows and enhancing team collaboration for fast...

6 days ago

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

$110K - $138K *

Advance your career by leading innovative marketing strategies across diverse publishing portfolios. Drive engagement and sales for iconic titles while collaborating with cross-functional teams to est...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading programmatic operations and strategy. Drive innovative communication plans, mentor a talented team, and collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance client success and o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $230K *

Drive impactful analytics solutions by consulting with clients, leading audience strategies, and mentoring teams to enhance business outcomes and foster innovation in marketing analytics...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$148K - $195K *

Shape strategic insights and launch readiness for innovative regenerative therapies. Collaborate across teams to integrate data and generate actionable recommendations that drive decision-making in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $230K *

Champion innovative data practices by leading a dynamic team to address client needs, leveraging extensive marketing science expertise across multiple disciplines to deliver impactful insights and sol...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.