Senior Market Research Manager
Hybrid | 2 days/week in office (Mon/Weds) | CT Based
Comp: $130,000–$160,000 base + discretionary bonus
Contact: Lindsey Bartlett - lbartlett@smithhanley.com
A boutique market research and consulting firm is hiring a Senior Market Research Manager to lead high-impact qualitative and quantitative work for a primarily pharma / life sciences client base, with growing work in sustainability and environmental research.
This is a hands-on, client-facing role for someone who thrives in a fast-moving, collaborative environment and enjoys working across the full product lifecycle—from pipeline and demand forecasting to journey and brand work.
What You’ll Do
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Lead complex qual + quant research end-to-end (design, execution, analysis, storytelling)
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Partner directly with senior client stakeholders to shape research objectives and recommendations
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Translate insights into clear, actionable business guidance
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Manage multiple projects at once across different clients and workstreams
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Collaborate with researchers, data scientists, and consultants
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Support account growth and long-term client relationships
What They’re Looking For
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5+ years of direct primary market research experience (agency/consulting preferred)
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Strong foundation in qual and quant methodologies
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Comfortable advising senior leaders and presenting insights
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Able to juggle multiple projects in parallel
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Curious, adaptable, and solutions-oriented
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Pharma / healthcare experience a plus, not required
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Qual moderation experience is a strong plus
Culture & Environment
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Collaborative, ego-free, and culture-driven
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Everyone is client-facing; no internal-only roles
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Fast decision-making, minimal layers
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Hybrid model with a modern, open “think tank” office
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Real work-life balance with predictable busy periods
Compensation & Benefits
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$130K–$150K base + discretionary bonus
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Competitive benefits (medical, 401k match, PTO, parental leave)
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Annual fully expensed company retreat (+1 included)
Hybrid requirement: In-office 2 days/week (Mon/Weds) near NYC is non-negotiable.
