Research Manager

• Conduct primary and secondary survey and market research focused on Talent Acquisition, emerging technologies, market dynamics, and evolving buyer requirements.
• Develop and publish a broad range of research reports based on survey findings, market data, client insights, and technology analysis, with an expected output of at least 30 reports annually.
• Engage regularly with vendor clients through inquiry and briefing meetings, events, and other research interactions to understand their priorities and provide relevant insights.
• Conduct regular inquiry conversations with IT leadership clients to identify technology priorities, challenges, adoption patterns, and Talent Acquisition use cases across industries.
• Deliver timely custom research and analysis tailored to the specific needs and strategic questions of vendor clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key technology vendors and other stakeholders across the Talent Acquisition ecosystem.
• Conduct conversations with investors to provide perspectives on market growth, competitive landscapes, technology developments, and emerging opportunities.
• Continuously expand knowledge of research methodologies, analytical tools, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and emerging technologies to strengthen research quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate effectively with immediate and globally distributed colleagues, sharing knowledge and contributing to broader research initiatives.
• Manage multiple research projects, client engagements, reports, and travel commitments while maintaining high standards of quality, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Present research findings and strategic insights clearly to senior-level audiences through written reports, briefings, meetings, and other client-facing formats.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required, with a Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in the technology sector, particularly in research, consulting, market intelligence, or a comparable analytical capacity.
• Strong proficiency in both quantitative and qualitative social science research methodologies, including the ability to design, conduct, analyze, and communicate research findings.
• Proficiency with research and productivity tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and comparable business applications.
• Demonstrated ability to use Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Model (LLM) tools effectively for data queries, research, analysis, and insight generation.
• Strong track record of producing high-quality written research and translating complex findings into clear, actionable insights.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior-level audiences.
• Strong ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders across teams, functions, industries, and geographic regions.
• Proven project leadership and time-management skills, with the ability to balance multiple priorities, deadlines, client commitments, and travel requirements.
• Strong independent and collaborative problem-solving capabilities, with sound judgment and the ability to take ownership of complex research questions.
• Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25% of the time.
• Ability to work effectively within a fully remote environment and collaborate across geographically distributed teams.

Benefits

• Expected total annual compensation of $91,000–$150,000, inclusive of base salary and variable compensation, depending on location and experience.
• 15 days of paid vacation, prorated based on start date.
• 12 company-paid holidays.
• 6 paid sick days, prorated based on start date and subject to applicable state requirements.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 2 floating holidays, prorated based on start date.
• 1 paid volunteer day.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match of 3% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid parental leave.
• Fully remote work model, with eligibility limited to approved U.S. states.
• Opportunity to work on influential technology research addressing AI, Talent Acquisition, Human Capital Management, and Employee Experience.
• Exposure to senior technology leaders, vendors, investors, and a globally distributed research community.