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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$75K - $180K *

Transform the Martech landscape by driving strategy and governance across platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals, and optimizing audience engagement through data-driven insights and cross-f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Lead and innovate as you build a data science team that transforms manufacturing and supply chain data into actionable insights, driving efficiency and strategic decision-making across the organizatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Transform investment insights through independent credit research, driving actionable recommendations and contributing to a high-performing global team managing over $70 billion in assets across diver...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $185K *

Shape the future of operational excellence by leading a high-performing team, managing financial governance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless delivery for government cli...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic planning initiatives, driving brand growth, and mentoring talent. Utilize your expertise in market trends and client management to deliver impactful results ac...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $230K *

Drive strategic planning initiatives across multiple accounts, leveraging brand expertise and client management skills. Lead talent development and foster collaboration to deliver impactful results in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$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

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $240K *

Unlock potential by leading capital management initiatives that drive financial strength and informed decision-making. Collaborate across functions to ensure accurate reporting and optimize capital al...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $368K *

Lead the strategic development and execution of underwriting goals, providing direction and support to teams. Drive profitability and growth while ensuring best practices in underwriting and fostering...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $368K *

Shape the future of underwriting by leading strategic initiatives, driving profitability, and fostering team development. Collaborate across departments to enhance service delivery and identify market...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $368K *

Shape the future of underwriting by leading strategic initiatives, guiding teams, and driving profitability in commercial property. Collaborate across departments to enhance service delivery and foste...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cost estimation by developing policies and assessing product effectiveness. Collaborate across departments to ensure accurate project costing while leading a team in a dynamic envi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Advance executive search initiatives by leveraging industry expertise and project management skills. Collaborate with consultants to deliver high-quality candidate assessments and client-ready documen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $160K *

Pioneer in search strategy, driving optimization across paid, organic, and AI channels. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams to enhance visibility, engagement, and customer acquisition t...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $160K *

Unlock potential by overseeing performance and strategy for multiple client accounts, customizing processes to meet unique needs, and leading teams to drive results through expert communication and in...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Oversee and optimize performance media campaigns, ensuring client satisfaction and effective execution. Lead teams, manage vendor relationships, and innovate solutions tailored to client needs while d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$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

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Drive impactful client relationships and campaign performance as a Director, overseeing execution and optimization across multiple platforms. Lead teams, innovate solutions, and ensure client satisfac...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing client campaigns and driving performance. As a leader, you'll manage relationships, oversee execution, and innovate solutions while mentoring your team to ac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $127K *

Join a team that's redefining marketing execution through integrated, AI-enabled campaigns. You'll drive engagement and revenue by translating strategic direction into creative assets across digital c...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $179K *

Transform data into actionable insights as a Digital Analytics Leader, driving strategic initiatives and enhancing client relationships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build a robust, priv...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$112K - $179K *

Pioneer innovative analytics strategies that connect marketing efforts to business outcomes. Collaborate with teams to design measurement plans, manage client deliverables, and present insights, drivi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming retail strategies through expert space planning and dynamic client engagement. Drive project success in Walmart category management while fostering team development and...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $90K *

Champion community growth by driving sales, marketing, and outreach efforts. Lead tours, build relationships, and ensure exceptional service while achieving census targets in a dynamic senior living e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $373K *

Innovate the consumer experience by leading product strategy and execution. Drive a high-performing team to enhance onboarding and insurance purchasing while aligning with cross-functional partners to...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.