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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$115K - $125K *

Lead investment consulting initiatives across a designated market, ensuring high-quality analysis and fiduciary guidance. Collaborate with teams to deliver strategic insights and support local executi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $125K *

Lead the deployment of investment consulting strategies, ensuring high-quality analysis and fiduciary guidance while managing a team and collaborating with Advisors to enhance client outcomes across t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining communications design by leading innovative planning initiatives, ensuring excellence in client deliverables, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive impactful...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $215K *

Lead the charge in innovative communications design, ensuring excellence and strategic alignment across client projects. Drive best practices and collaboration to deliver impactful, culturally relevan...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $194K *

Lead operational excellence in media business operations, overseeing financials and team management across regions. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to drive efficiency and growth in advert...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $135K *

Empower innovation by leading the AI Business Futures Initiative, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to enhance strategic planning, promote AI adoption, and drive impactful programs that connect...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in brand marketing and operations, ensuring effective audience engagement and strategic planning. Collaborate across teams to integrate brand initiatives, optimize performance, and dri...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$97K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining digital media strategy for luxury brands. Lead and inspire a talented group while driving campaign success and operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to de...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $230K *

Lead measurement strategy for outcome-based media programs, optimizing campaign execution and business outcomes. Manage a team while advising stakeholders on measurement insights and methodologies in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$97K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving strategic media solutions for brands. Oversee digital media planning and buying, manage client relationships, and lead a collaborative team to achieve client ob...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the marketing services function by leading a multidisciplinary team, developing brand strategy, and optimizing digital channels. Drive high-quality execution across creative, web, and marketin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $290K *

Empower strategic growth by leading integrated planning for complex accounts. Develop innovative brand strategies leveraging insights while mentoring high-performing teams and fostering collaboration...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Elevate strategic insights and performance reporting for pharmaceutical media. Collaborate across teams, leveraging data analytics and AI solutions to enhance growth and client outcomes in a fast-pace...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $125K *

Contribute to a dynamic team by enhancing client service models and optimizing business operations. Lead the development and implementation of strategies while fostering relationships with clients and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $258K *

Transform the future of portfolio insights by leading strategic analyses and competitive intelligence initiatives that drive informed decision-making across global commercial strategies and enhance ma...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Strategize impactful research that drives motion picture strategy at a leading film studio. Collaborate across teams to analyze audience insights and deliver compelling strategies for both iconic fran...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare analytics by leading strategic partnerships, developing measurement strategies, and driving innovative solutions across HCP and DTC campaigns to enhance commer...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $170K *

Pioneer strategic partnerships within the pharmaceutical sector, leveraging expertise in programmatic trading and client engagement to deliver exceptional value and drive revenue growth through collab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead strategic production planning and analytics to drive growth, enhance performance, and modernize processes through data-driven insights and AI tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to inf...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $267K *

Unlock potential by leading technology initiatives that enhance client servicing and operational efficiency. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive modernization and improve the client experience acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $267K *

Engage with diverse teams to drive technology initiatives that enhance client servicing and operational efficiency. Shape the future of client management through collaboration, strategic vision, and i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $267K *

Optimize technology capabilities for client lifecycle management, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance client servicing, streamline workflows, and drive operational efficiency in a fast-paced e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $230K *

Shape the future of brand strategy by leading complex market research initiatives, providing actionable insights, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive business growth and enhance bra...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Pioneer integrated marketing strategies, optimizing paid ads while elevating local SEO. Own customer journeys and brand consistency to drive lead generation, scaling operations for sustained growth ac...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $265K *

Take ownership of the product strategy for a leading sports website, driving innovation and team success while collaborating across design and engineering. Lead, mentor, and develop product managers t...

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  •   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.