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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Transform data operations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing business intelligence tools, and fostering cross-functional partnerships. Drive project management and team development while ensu...
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Oversee the end-to-end data enablement process, ensuring accurate taxonomy governance and data quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance campaign reporting and operational eff...
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Drive data excellence by leading taxonomy governance and reporting for campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and operational efficiency while mentoring resources to...
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Lead the strategy and execution of data management and governance, ensuring data integrity and operational excellence across media channels. Collaborate with teams to drive automation and enhance busi...
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Unlock the potential of data management by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing business intelligence solutions, and fostering cross-functional partnerships to drive operational excellence and dat...
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Champion data excellence by leading strategic initiatives in data management, governance, and analytics. Drive operational efficiency and foster cross-functional collaboration to enhance client outcom...
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Group Director, Client Media Solutions
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Lead the charge in developing integrated media strategies and client partnerships across pharmaceutical and life sciences accounts, driving business growth and ensuring exceptional delivery and client...
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Research Director - Insights + Analytics + Measurement, True Global Intelligence
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Unlock potential by leading integrated research and analytics projects, advising clients with strategic insights, and managing cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality results in communications...
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Research Director - Insights + Analytics + Measurement, True Global Intelligence
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Lead the execution of integrated research and analytics projects, advising clients with strategic insights derived from data. Cultivate client relationships while managing project timelines and mentor...
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Senior Manager, Market Research & Intelligence - Global Enterprise Affairs
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Elevate strategic market research initiatives by designing and executing impactful studies that inform decision-making and drive organizational priorities, while managing vendor relationships and tran...
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Champion innovative marketing strategies to enhance proposals and presentations, collaborating with senior management to drive success in the San Diego and Los Angeles regions while managing multiple...
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Sr. Director, Technical Researcher
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Lead complex research initiatives by transforming business questions into actionable insights. Collaborate with clients to design robust studies, ensuring methodological integrity and advancing resear...
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Drive growth and strengthen relationships in Broker-Dealer and RIA channels. Consult with financial professionals on investment solutions, deliver market insights, and support business development ini...
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Join a dynamic team as you lead product marketing efforts, driving strategy and execution to expand our product portfolio. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment on growth initiatives and...
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Associate Director, Market Research - Oncology Solid Tumor
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Lead the charge in market research for Oncology Solid Tumors, driving insights and strategies that shape business decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uncover growth opportunities and...
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Managing Director - United States Practice
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Pioneer transformative client solutions and drive business growth as a senior leader. Manage diverse portfolios, foster strategic partnerships, and nurture team talent to deliver exceptional outcomes...
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Accelerate growth by leading a dynamic sales team, managing key agency relationships, and driving strategic initiatives to exceed fiscal objectives while fostering innovation and collaboration across...
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Elevate your career by leading integrated marketing strategies that drive growth, engage enterprise buyers, and strengthen partnerships in the Data, AI, Cloud, and Digital Transformation sectors. Coll...
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Director, Data Analytics & Intelligence
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Shape the future of data-driven marketing by leading a dynamic team focused on analytics, measurement, and media intelligence. Drive strategic insights and build frameworks that connect media investme...
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Director, Data Analytics & Intelligence
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Champion data-driven marketing strategies by leading analytics, data operations, and media intelligence teams. Drive impactful insights and frameworks that connect media investments to business outcom...
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Pioneer high-level marketing analytics, owning measurement, analysis, and data science. Lead end-to-end attribution, multi-touch models, and causal insights while collaborating closely with marketing...
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Director, Paid Media & Search Strategy
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Elevate your career by leading paid media strategy and audience development. Drive measurable business impact through innovative channel planning and optimization across diverse platforms, ensuring al...
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Senior Market Researcher, Insurance Product & Marketing
$163K - $215K *
Lead the charge in market research to uncover consumer insights and market dynamics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate findings into actionable strategies that drive growth and enha...
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Sr Manager, Brand Management and Marketing
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Grow global brand strategies by leading property marketing initiatives, ensuring cross-collaboration among franchises, and aligning with partners to optimize brand management and execution across dive...
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Director, Commercial Performance Insights
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Transform commercial performance by leveraging data and analytics to drive profitability and strategic initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance decision-making and foster a culture of co...
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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.