Director, Media Client Strategy & Research

ENGINEERINGUK; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

HSA/FSAs

Dental & Vision

Wellness Program

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Commuter benefits

Unlimited PTO

Job summary

Kantar seeks a Director, Media Client Service in New York (Hybrid) to lead end-to-end research design and delivery for media effectiveness engagements. You will translate business questions into rigorous research approaches, guiding teams and delivering insights that shape media strategy.

With 8-12+ years in market research and strong quantitative methods, you will mentor teams, lead cross-functional collaborations, and drive growth through evidence-based recommendations to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years in market research/insights with ownership of research design, analysis and client-facing delivery
• Strong expertise in quantitative research methods, including survey design and analytical interpretation
• Direct experience in media and advertising effectiveness measurement including brand lift, cross-platform, and audience insights
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills with ability to present complex findings to senior stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end research design and delivery for complex media effectiveness studies
• Translate client objectives into rigorous research frameworks for media strategy
• Synthesize data into clear, actionable narratives and recommendations
• Guide measurement strategy and campaign learning agendas with senior client stakeholders
• Oversee quality and consistency across research outputs and elevate team standards
• Mentor and develop team members across levels
• Partner cross-functionally to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions
• Support account growth by identifying new research opportunities and contributing to proposals

Skills

Market research

Quantitative research methods

Survey design

Data analysis

Media measurement

Brand lift

Cross-platform measurement

Audience insights

Storytelling

Client leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Analytics

Job description

Kantar seeks a Director, Media Client Service in New York (Hybrid) to lead end-to-end research design and delivery for media effectiveness engagements. You will translate business questions into rigorous research approaches, guiding teams and delivering insights that shape media strategy.

With 8-12+ years in market research and strong quantitative methods, you will mentor teams, lead cross-functional collaborations, and drive growth through evidence-based recommendations to senior stakeholders.