Senior Director of Quantitative Survey

OVERVIEW:     

Guidepoint’s Survey team is seeking a Senior Director of Quantitative Survey to lead and scale our global survey operations. The Senior Director will oversee a global team responsible for delivering custom quantitative survey solutions across all client industries and regions, ensuring high-quality execution and strategic alignment with business objectives. 

This leader will drive revenue growth through operational excellence, client engagement, and innovation in quantitative survey research. We’re looking for a commercially minded, operationally strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and can bridge strategy, execution, and client success. 

This is a hybrid position based out of our New York City headquarters.   

What You'll Do:  

Oversee the Design and Execution of Quantitative Surveys 

• Develop and implement scalable, efficient quantitative survey strategies aligned with business objectives. 
• Oversee the design and execution of survey projects across a diverse global client base, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery. 
• Maintain, grow, and diversify Guidepoint’s survey panel to strengthen data quality, respondent reach, and engagement. 
• Identify research objectives, target populations, and sampling methodologies. 
• Manage survey design tools and data collection systems (Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, Sawtooth). 
• Ensure data quality and operational rigor through consistent process improvement. 

Manage a Team of Quantitative Surveyors 

• Lead and manage a global team of quantitative survey professionals. 
• Provide training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. 
• Assign and delegate projects while monitoring team performance and productivity. 
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that values innovation and accountability. 

Drive Revenue, Client, and Cross-Functional Collaboration 

• Partner with Sales and Client Service teams to expand survey adoption across Corporate, Institutional, and Consulting clients. 
• Engage with clients to identify opportunities for growth, renewals, and upsells. 
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product, and Operations to integrate surveys into broader business strategies and improve delivery. 
• Prepare proposals, set project budgets, and maintain strong client communication to address technical, operational, and billing needs. 
• Work closely with leadership to position the Survey business as a key driver of Guidepoint’s revenue growth. 
• Engage with vendors and stakeholders to implement process improvements that enhance client satisfaction and operational efficiency. 

Manage Survey Budgets and Resources 

• Develop and manage survey budgets and resource allocation. 
• Monitor and control expenditures to maintain operational efficiency. 
• Secure and manage funding for research projects. 

What You Have:  

• 8+ years of experience in a leadership role within market research or a related field. 
• Strong understanding of quantitative research methodologies and their application in business strategy. 
• Proven success managing and scaling survey teams globally. 
• Experience with survey tools such as Qualtrics, SurveyMonkey, or Sawtooth. 
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. 
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to align research and revenue goals. 
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and presentation skills. 
• Advanced degree in market research, business, or related field preferred. 

What We Have: 

The annual base salary range for this position is $180,000-$250,000. Base salary may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, as well as geographic location. Additionally, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.  

• 15 PTO Days, 10 legal holidays, and sick days 
• Comprehensive Medical, dental, and vision plans 
• Will match up to 10% of employee contribution for 401(k), life insurance, paid time-off and parental leave plans 
• Commuter benefits and a corporate discounts 
• Development opportunities through the LinkedIn Learning platform 
• Thursday happy hour, “Summer Fridays”, and free snacks and beverages in the office 
• Year-round corporate athletic league 
• Casual work environment, team building, and other social events 

About Guidepoint:  

Guidepoint is a research enablement platform designed to advance understanding and empower our clients’ decision-making process. Powered by innovative technology, real-time data, and hard-to-source expertise, we enable our clients to turn answers into action. Backed by a network of nearly 1.5 million experts, and Guidepoint’s 1,300 employees worldwide we inform leading organizations’ research by delivering on-demand intelligence and research on request. With Guidepoint, companies and investors can better navigate the abundance of information available today, making it both more useful and more powerful. For more information, visit www.guidepoint.com.  

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