Who We Are
Escalent is an award-winning data analytics and advisory firm that helps clients understand human and market behaviors to navigate disruption. As catalysts of progress for more than 40 years, our strategies guide the world’s leading brands. We accelerate growth by creating a seamless flow between primary, secondary, syndicated, and internal business data, providing consulting and advisory services from insights through implementation. Based on a profound understanding of what drives human beings and markets, we identify actions that build brands, enhance customer experiences, inspire product innovation and boost business productivity. We listen, learn, question, discover, innovate, and deliver—for each other and our clients—to make the world work better for people.
Role Overview
We’re looking for an experienced Insights Director to work with clients to create the future based on impactful syndicated research within the automotive sector. This is a hands-on, client-facing role requiring strong quantitative expertise, strategic acumen, and executive presence.
You’ll take ownership of syndicated projects end-to-end—from brainstorming content and methodology through to delivery—while acting as a trusted advisor to clients and a leader within the business.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $115,000. If this is not the right range for you, please see our other roles.
Responsibilities
Product Ownership
Continually challenge our and our clients’ thinking by identifying topics, methodologies, and analytical approaches that provide uncommon insight into the future of the automotive industry
Engage with clients, prospects, and others within the automotive industry to understand key trends and identify knowledge gaps
Provide leadership on evolving existing syndicated studies, creating new studies, and go-to-market strategy
Project Leadership
Lead research projects from initial brainstorming through to final delivery
Design and execute multi-method research projects, including (but not limited to) secondary, quantitative, and qualitative
Ensure insights are transformative for our clients through storytelling and strategic recommendations
Client Leadership
Build and maintain strong client relationships at senior levels
Act as a strategic partner, confidently challenging and shaping client thinking
Lead presentations with impact
Commercial & Business Development
Own syndicated renewals among existing clients
Identify opportunities to grow existing accounts
Contribute to Escalent’s thought leadership and sector expertise
Quantitative Oversight
Design and oversee quantitative research elements (e.g. surveys, concept testing)
Work closely with data teams/partners to ensure robust analysis and outputs
Integrate quant findings seamlessly into broader insight stories
Qualitative Expertise
Personally moderate a range of qualitative methodologies (e.g. IDIs, groups, workshops, online communities)
Bring strong facilitation skills, with the ability to engage a range of audiences
Interpret and synthesize complex qualitative data into clear, compelling narratives
Qualifications
Must have a bachelor's degree in a related field. An advanced degree is preferred
Proven product management experience
Excellent client handling and stakeholder management skills
Ability to translate insight into strategic, actionable recommendations
Strong presentation skills, in both virtual and in-person environments
Ability to lead projects end-to-end independently
Experience delivering multi-method research (qual + quant)
Desirable
Experience in automotive research
Minimum of 7 years of related experience within the auto industry
Experience/interest in the energy industry, especially EV
Qualitative research expertise
Experience with research tools and platforms (e.g., Qualtrics, SPSS, Recollective, etc.)
Personal Attributes
Curious, strategic thinker with a passion for understanding consumer behavior
Confident communicator and storyteller
Highly organized, with strong attention to detail
Collaborative, but comfortable taking ownership and leading from the front
Commercially minded with a proactive approach to growth
Benefits and Culture
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance - Large carriers on a national level (domestic partner coverage included)
401k with Company Match – No vesting period; bi-weekly contributions
Flexible PTO - Feel no guilt in taking off a minimum of 3 weeks of “real” vacation time
Paid Parental Leave, including adoption
12 Paid Company Holidays
Base salary range for this role is $100,000 - $115,000
Hybrid/Virtual Work - Virtual-first workforce with employees in most states
Explore our Careers and Culture page to learn more about the people behind the brand:
https://escalent.co/careers-and-culture/
Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.