Strategic Insights, Director / Sr. Director
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Posted 12d ago
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The listing
About NewtonX
NewtonX is a B2B insights company trusted by the world's most innovative companies to make high-stakes decisions with confidence. We combine a verified network of business professionals with AI-powered research tools to deliver research intelligence faster, more precise, and more defensible than traditional methods.
Our clients include Google, Microsoft, TikTok, DoorDash, Stripe, and Coinbase. Our research has been cited by Fortune, Forbes, TechCrunch, Adweek, and the Wall Street Journal.
NewtonX has raised $47M from investors including Two Sigma Ventures, Third Prime, XFund, and Citi Ventures.
About the Role
NewtonX’s Strategic Insights (SI) team delivers high-impact research that helps our clients uncover critical insights to answer their toughest business questions. We are looking for an SI Director / Sr. Director who is a visionary leader, strategic thinker, and expert in data-driven decision-making. This role is instrumental in scaling NewtonX’s professional services capabilities and shaping the future of insights-driven strategy for our clients.
The SI Director / Senior Director will work closely with Fortune 500 companies, leading financial institutions, technology firms, and more to design and execute research strategies that directly influence business decisions, investments, and growth initiatives.
Location: NYC (hybrid) or remote
Key Responsibilities
Shape Client Strategy with Data-Driven Insights – Partner with clients to understand their strategic objectives, design custom research methodologies, and deliver recommendations that drive measurable outcomes.
Develop & Oversee High-Impact Research – Lead a team in designing and executing both qualitative and quantitative research, with a specific focus on marketing, customer, and product research. Advanced methodologies to be run include conjoint analysis, MaxDiff, pricing research, and segmentation studies.
Drive Commercial Growth & Client Relationships – Collaborate with sales and client service teams to identify opportunities, consult on key business challenges, and position NewtonX as a trusted insights partner.
Enhance Thought Leadership & Innovation – Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging research methodologies, contributing to NewtonX’s reputation as an innovator in the B2B research space.
Mentor & Develop Talent – Build and lead a high-performing insights team, fostering a culture of curiosity, analytical excellence, and strategic thinking.
Who You Are
10+ years of experience in market research or strategic insights
Proven expertise in designing and leading complex quantitative and qualitative research studies
Strong knowledge of survey methodologies, data analytics, and statistical modeling (e.g., conjoint analysis, regression, segmentation)
Experience using data analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, R, Python, Tableau, Power BI) to extract actionable insights
Track record of executive-level storytelling, distilling complex findings into clear, compelling narratives for business leaders
Trusted client partner with strong commercial mindset, with the ability to identify and drive revenue opportunities through insights and thought leadership
Experience building, leading, managing and mentoring research teams, fostering both professional growth and innovation
Foundational strategic thinker with the ability to identify improvement areas in the infrastructure and processes of the SI department
Challenge the status quo within the SI department but also in cross-functional departments to help elevate the company to the next level
Can drive projects and change independently, under pressure and with rigorous focus
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required; advanced degree (MBA, MS, or PhD) preferred
What We Offer
Competitive compensation – Base salary, annual performance bonus, and employee equity plan. (Salary may vary based on skills, experience, performance, and location.)
Career growth & leadership opportunities.
Excellent benefits – Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) match with immediate vesting.
Health savings/flexible savings accounts and pre-tax commuter benefits.
Paid time off – Vacation, holidays, sick, and parental leave.
A diverse, collaborative, and innovative culture where we invest in and celebrate each other's success.
Good vibes – Team events, happy hours, and company retreats.
NewtonX is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.