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Market Research Strategy Director

New York, NY 10116

Posted: 09/08/2025 Category: Market Research Job Number: 23718 Salary: 150,000

Job Description

Title: Market Research Strategy Director 
Location: Brooklyn, NY (Hybrid – 3 days onsite, 2 remote)
Compensation: $150-160,000 + profit share
Contact: dwilberschied@smithhanley.com

An insights driven consultancy is seeking a seasoned and strategic leader to join their U.S. team as a Strategy Director. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a passionate group of researchers, strategists, and creatives who bridge consumer insight, behavioral science, and impactful storytelling.
As Strategy Director, you'll play a key role in shaping the direction of a high-performing team, while delivering projects that drive change for global brands. You'll also partner closely with the London-based team to build cross-market influence.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and deliver best-in-class research and strategic insight projects using a variety of methodologies
  • Craft compelling strategic narratives that influence C-suite decision-making
  • Oversee client relationships, project scopes, and revenue responsibilities
  • Mentor and grow the U.S. insights team; shape team culture and capabilities
  • Contribute to internal initiatives in areas like marketing, training, or process
  • Integrate new methods, technologies, and thinking into day-to-day work
  • Facilitate workshops and upskill colleagues across disciplines

Qualifications:
  • 8+ years of experience in an insight or strategy agency setting
  • Deep experience in qualitative and quantitative research for brand, innovation, or communication projects
  • Strong moderating and facilitation skills (especially in front of senior stakeholders)
  • Proven leadership, team development, and client management skills
  • Strategic thinker with a background in social/behavioral sciences (e.g. psychology, anthropology, sociology)

Meet Your Recruiter

Daniel Wilberschied
Executive Recruiter

Daniel Wilberschied is an Executive Recruiter dedicated to the industry of Market Research and Consumer Insights. His commitment to partnership in the recruitment relationship allows him to be a true consultant across both client and candidate. Daniel has successfully partnered with both niche research companies and fortune 500 corporations, all through transparent communication and industry expertise. Outside of work Daniel loves spending time with his family and playing music. 

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