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Smith Hanley Associates · 2 weeks ago

Research Director

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$110K/yr - $140K/yr
date8+ years exp
Smith Hanley Associates is a cutting-edge insights and strategy agency seeking a Research Director to lead complex, custom research engagements. The role involves high-level client consultation, research oversight, and team development while serving as a strategic partner to clients.
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Hiring Manager
Daniel Wilberschied
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Responsibilities

Build consultative, trusted partnerships with senior client stakeholders
Lead strategic conversations around business objectives and research design
Identify organic growth opportunities and contribute to account expansion
Partner with senior leadership on new business pitches and capability presentations
Design and oversee complex custom research across qualitative, quantitative, and advanced methodologies
Provide high-level strategic oversight at key project milestones
Ensure creative, custom methodologies are executed with rigor and impact
Guide the development of story-driven, visually compelling deliverables with actionable recommendations
Serve as senior internal advisor to project teams and strategic consultant to clients
Drive efficiency, quality control, and profitability across engagements

Qualification

Custom market research designQualitative researchQuantitative researchAdvanced analyticsResearch analysisResearch project managementResearch methodology designClient consultationStrategic business consultingResearch team leadershipResearch deliverable developmentStrategic thinking

Required

8+ years of experience in custom market research design and analysis
Deep experience leading complex, strategic projects across qual, quant, and advanced analytics
Proven ability to consult with senior stakeholders and shape business strategy
Strong leadership experience managing and developing research talent
Highly strategic thinker with strong ownership and accountability
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Willingness to roll up sleeves and contribute directly at any stage of the research process when needed

Company

Smith Hanley Associates

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Smith Hanley Associates is a recruiting company providing data science and actuarial science recruitment services.
dateFounded in 1980
location
Southport, Connecticut, USA
people-size11-50 employees
web-link
https://www.smithhanley.com/

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Brant Smith
Co-Founder
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