Senior Market Research & Strategy Consultant

VDC Strategy; Southborough (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

401(k)

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

PTO

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

VDC Strategy in Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Analyst & Consultant who can independently lead research and consulting engagements, work directly with clients, and translate complex market information into clear strategic recommendations.

This role suits an experienced market researcher, industry analyst, or consultant who owns projects, performs primary research, analyzes emerging technology markets, and presents findings directly to senior executives.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in market research, industry research, market or competitive intelligence, strategy consulting, or a related analytical role.
• Demonstrated experience independently managing research or consulting projects.
• Experience conducting primary and secondary research and analyzing quantitative and qualitative information.
• Experience with market analysis and some combination of market sizing, forecasting, competitive analysis, segmentation, or opportunity assessment.
• Strong client-facing experience, including presenting research findings and recommendations to clients or senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, writing, Excel, PowerPoint, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage market research and consulting projects from research design through final client presentation.
• Conduct primary research with customers, technology companies, channel partners, and industry experts.
• Analyze markets, competitors, customer needs, and emerging technology trends.
• Develop market sizing models, forecasts, competitive landscapes, and opportunity assessments.
• Synthesize quantitative and qualitative research into clear insights and strategic recommendations.
• Present research findings and recommendations directly to clients, including senior executives.
• Contribute to engagements involving growth strategy, market entry, product strategy, competitive intelligence, and commercial due diligence.
• Develop reports, presentations, webinars, and other thought leadership.
• Collaborate with VDC colleagues and provide guidance to junior analysts when appropriate.

Skills

Independent project leadership

Client-facing

Research and analysis

Market sizing and forecasting

Presentation skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

VDC Strategy in Massachusetts is seeking a Senior Analyst & Consultant who can independently lead research and consulting engagements, work directly with clients, and translate complex market information into clear strategic recommendations.

This role suits an experienced market researcher, industry analyst, or consultant who owns projects, performs primary research, analyzes emerging technology markets, and presents findings directly to senior executives.