Research Director, AI

About the role

Omdia (now part of Informa TechTarget) is seeking a Research Director to lead our Artificial Intelligence practice. The successful candidate will lead and manage a global analyst team and guide the strategic evolution of the AI service area to drive growth across both subscription and custom research offerings.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a global analyst team in the Artificial Intelligence Service Area (APAC, EMEA, NA).
• Build and maintain client relationships, becoming a trusted advisor to clients.
• Collaborate with sales and engage with clients and prospects to showcase the capabilities of the AI Service Area and the broader Enterprise & Channel group within Omdia.
• Conduct own research, publish under own name, and speak at client and industry events.
• Support the creation of high-quality research in the form of reports, trackers, forecasts, and presentations.
• Market high-level industry expertise and provide timely responses to market events.
• Expand strategic planning involvement and contribute to the direction and strategy of the team plus the wider Enterprise & Channel team.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of professional experience.
• Experience as industry analyst or in market research.
• Quantitative research skills, including building, maintaining, and enhancing market forecasts and trackers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to quickly and coherently identify and communicate critical issues impacting the commercial performance of Omdia’s vendor clients.
• Experience working with sales and marketing teams to identify and capitalize on business development opportunities.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Cultural awareness, as the role involves working with global clients and within a global virtual team environment.

Skills

• Team management and development.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• Strategic thinking and planning.
• Effective communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and enhance a profile with industry contacts and opinion formers.

Benefits

Informa TechTarget offers a range of benefits including:

• Great community: in-person and online social events, charity day, and diversity and inclusion networks.
• Broad career opportunity: bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms, and access to LinkedIn Learning courses.
• Flexible work arrangements: up to four weeks of remote work, volunteer days, and the chance to work from anywhere.
• Personal benefits: comprehensive health coverage, financial support, and recognition programs.
• International opportunities: collaborate with teams around the world.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $150,000 - $155,000 based on experience.