Total 1,370 Director/C-Level Research Associate job vacancies in The United States of America

Role Purpose:

Provide full-service management of key client accounts through marketing research information, analysis and reports and identify new opportunities for developing business in Customised Research.

Primary responsibility would include developing business, especially across key FMCG clients in West by reaching out to them, understanding their challenges, sharing NIQ solutions and evolving the brief along with the clients to win business

Other responsibilities would include developing and delivering the proposals to win the business and work with the Customer Success Team to deliver the findings presentations to the clients.

Accountabilities:

Accountable for success of the team by ensuring revenue target as well as team development

Client Management

·         Provides advice and consultation to clients and staff

·         Handles complicated client queries or complaints

·         Develops strategic understanding of industry trends, competition and opportunities of Nielsen

·         Demonstrated recognition by client as an “expert” related to research knowledge areas

·         Presents results of study to the client’s top management

·         Ensures the smooth collection of debt from clients

Project Management

·         Designs and plans research projects following client briefing and needs

·         Supervises all stages of project management and monitors performance by working with the Customer Success team which will ensure the day today work is done

·         Provides advice on the execution of projects, informs clients on progress and gives specific instructions to other departments regarding the collection and electronic processing of information

Thought leadership

·       Introduce new solutions and thought leadership pieces to the team

·        Strong understanding and appreciation of the various MR protocols such as concept testing, product testing, U&A, Segmentation, Profiling studies, BHT and so on.

Business Management

·         Develops the business (profit and loss responsibilities)

·         Strong Leadership Competencies (360-degree assessment), proven successful business record, and demonstrated ability to effectively work with diverse teams

·         Provide top management with thorough review of internal and client financials including budget and forecast

Role Expectations

Scope

1.      Would manage the end-to-end relationship with all clients with a focus on the FMCG clients

2.      Would be responsible for revenue generation, client servicing and collections. Joint responsibility of the deliverables along with the customer success team

3.      Would be supported by the customer success team – which will take on the responsibility of end to end completion & delivery of the project

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Job no: HRC0006009
Salary: A competitive remuneration package commensurate with your qualifications, skills & experience will be offered, plus 17% superannuation
Position: Fixed Term Full Time For 5 Years
Location: Newcastle (Callaghan) Campus 
?       Exciting opportunity to lead and manage the University?s centrally managed research facilities which include the Bioresearch, Central Analytical Facilities and Research Precinct teams.  
?       Deliver a strong safety culture and results focused environment ensuring the provision of accurate and timely advice and a quality service to all stakeholders. 
?       Executive responsibilities include strategic planning, coordination of precinct management committees, stakeholder change and relationship management, the development and implementation of the operational plans, policies, and procedures that continuously drive the improved management, service delivery and operations of these facilities.  
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Job Summary:The Technical and Research Director plays a critical role in leading and managing all technical and research-related activities within the organization. This position requires a deep understanding of both technical and scientific principles, as well as strong leadership and strategic planning skills.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Leadership:Provide strategic direction and leadership for all technical operations.
   Oversee the development and implementation of technical policies, procedures, and standards.
   Ensure that technical resources are effectively utilized to support organizational goals and objectives.
   Keep abreast of emerging technologies and trends, and make recommendations for their integration into existing systems and processes.
   
2. Research Management:Lead and manage research projects from conception to completion.
   Develop and maintain research agendas aligned with organizational objectives.
   Identify and prioritize research opportunities based on their potential impact and relevance.
   Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to leverage expertise and resources for research initiatives.
   
3. Team Leadership:Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing technical and research team.
   Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
   Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback and coaching to team members.
   Promote a positive work environment that encourages creativity and professional growth.
   
4. Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement:Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of technical and research activities with broader organizational goals.
   Build and maintain relationships with external partners, including academic institutions, research organizations, and industry stakeholders.
   Represent the organization in technical and research forums, conferences, and industry events.
   
5. Budget and Resource Management:Develop and manage budgets for technical and research initiatives, ensuring efficient use of resources.
   Identify opportunities for cost savings and optimization without compromising quality or outcomes.
   Monitor and report on the financial performance of technical and research activities, making recommendations for improvements as needed.
   

Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in a relevant technical or scientific field.
• Extensive experience (typically 8+ years) in technical leadership and research management roles.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex technical and research projects.
• Strong knowledge of research methodologies, data analysis techniques, and experimental design.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, including team building, mentoring, and decision-making.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to anticipate and mitigate technical and research challenges.
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.

At LeapThought, we're an enterprise company dedicated to building next-generation and deep-tech solutions across the architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AECO) sector that address real-world challenges and support teams throughout the entire project lifecycle. LeapThought’s mission is to innovate for the greater good and long-term sustainability of communities, built environments and economies — transforming cities, regions, and countries by working inclusively and collaboratively with local, regional, and global construction value chains and their ecosystems.

Founded in 2011, LeapThought is a global business with offices in the United States, New Zealand, Singapore, India and Brazil. Today, LeapThought serves customers across transportation, defense, utilities, AEC companies, regulatory authorities, healthcare, and commercial and residential property developers.

We are seeking a Director of Research and Development to join our Executive Team that oversee initiatives and activities across the group. This pivotal role is designed for a visionary leader passionate about driving progress through cutting-edge research and development. This position is located at our Asia HQ in Singapore and reports directly to the Group CEO, reflecting its critical importance to the organization's success.

Key Responsibilities:

· Leadership in Research and Development: Spearhead the development of high-performing R&D teams. Foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. Guide the team in identifying and pursuing new research initiatives and development projects.

• Product Engineering and Innovation: Lead product engineering efforts, integrating emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to develop solutions that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

· Team Development and Mentorship: Cultivate a learning environment, mentoring team members and facilitating their professional growth and development. Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the team.

• Collaboration and Partnership: Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with academia, industry affiliates, and research institutions to enhance collaborative projects and stay ahead of the curve in technological advancements.
• Budget Management: Oversee the R&D budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources towards projects with the highest potential impact and return on investment.
• Market and Technology Trends: Keep abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and competitive landscapes to inform strategic decisions and maintain LeapThought's market leadership.
• Strategic Collaboration: Work closely with the revenue, marketing, and product teams to align R&D initiatives with business strategies, ensuring that product development is closely integrated with market needs and opportunities.
• Executive Direction: Collaborate with the CEO and other senior leaders to shape and execute the company’s strategic direction. Provide insights and recommendations on technology and product strategy to support corporate objectives.
• Executive Briefings: Deliver compelling executive briefings to stakeholders, clients, and partners, showcasing the innovative work and future direction of R&D at LeapThought.
• Product Roadmap Oversight: Oversee the development and execution of product roadmaps, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, market demands, and technological advancements.
• Intellectual Property Management: Lead efforts to protect and manage the company’s intellectual property, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights, fostering an environment of creativity and innovation.
• Technical Pre-Sales: Act as a technical expert in pre-sales engagements, providing deep insights and demonstrations of our technology to potential clients.
• Sustainability and Ethical Innovation: Ensure that R&D practices align with sustainability goals and ethical standards, promoting responsible innovation.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor degree in Computer Sciences or Engineering.

· Extensive experience in R&D management in a tech-oriented environment.

· Proven track record of leading high-performing teams and successfully bringing innovative products to market.

· Strong understanding of cloud platforms, software engineering, architecture, patterns, AI, ML, and other emerging technologies.

· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to think strategically and execute tactically.

· Demonstratable experience working with the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Operations (AECO) sector.

Join LeapThought and be part of a team that’s turning vision into reality with intelligent technology solutions that disrupt the status quo. If you are a strategic thinker, a passionate leader, and an innovator at heart, with a solid background in the AECO sector, we would love to hear from you.

At Nagarro, we love breaking new ground and doing unprecedented stuff – we are not bound by hierarchy, we love people who are skilled, responsible, and entrepreneurial. We have deep respect for self-starters who can use their experience to provide strategic value adds to the organization. So, if you are a distinguished IT professional with extensive experience and in-depth knowledge, we’d like to catch up for a discussion and figure out how we can make this work. Excited? So are we, let’s connect!

We are seeking an Associate Director to spearhead a multi-disciplined team on technically challenging projects.

Reporting into the Country Manager, the role involves project management, delivering exceptional service to clients, and contributing to the growth and development of our global consultancy.

The successful candidate will provide technical, design, and contract management support, ensuring the overall performance and financial success of their group.

• Location: Paris office (2 days per week)
• Job Type: Full-time
• French and English speaking

Day to Day of the Role:

• Oversee the performance of the group office/function as part of the management team.
• Lead in technology/discipline/sector and promote learning from both successes and challenges.
• Develop and implement long-term plans for the benefit of the office/group.
• Manage recruitment, appraisal, performance, development, morale, and motivation of staff.
• Provide directional feedback and organise training for teams.
• Ensure financial performance and healthy profit/cash flow in specified areas.
• Procure work by negotiating significant contracts/agreements with customers and suppliers.
• Handle complex escalated problems and maintain integrity, respect, and fairness within the team.
• Promote a culture of respect and inclusion.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• CEng (or equivalent) of an appropriate professional body.
• Recognised as an expert within the industry in own region.
• Proven ability to manage complex problems and ensure financial success.
• Demonstrated integrity, straightforward communication, respectfulness, and fairness.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive, accountable, collaborative, and respectful work environment.
• Strong planning, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Commercial awareness and acumen with a focus on financial success.
• Ability to build strong customer/client relationships and effectively network.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Work within a global consultancy with a diverse and inclusive culture.
• Engage with a variety of challenging and rewarding projects.

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About the company:
Our client is a Government agency tasked with making life easier, accessible, and equitable for thousands of individuals and families across Australia.  A great opportunity for a qualified Health professional to join a large growing Federal Government in a clinical advisory and research capacity, on a 12-month temporary assignment.


About the role:

Undertaking detailed or sensitive research projects 
Stakeholder engagement - internal and external 
Planning and conducting workshops with key stakeholders and clients
Using co-design methods that support the development of clinical and non-clinical assessments
Generating communication plans and reports in relation to research findings and design ideas
Working with key stakeholders in the organisation and providing evidence informed advice 
Policy and procedure reviews 

About you:

You will have experience working in the development and administration of clinical assessments
You will have experience in qualitative research
You will have excellent stakeholder engagements skills
... Click here to view more detail / apply for Assistant Director ? Clinical Advice, Design & Research

About the company:
Our client is a Government agency tasked with making life easier, accessible, and equitable for thousands of individuals and families across Australia.  A great opportunity for a qualified Health professional to join a large growing Federal Government in a clinical advisory and research capacity, on a 12-month temporary assignment.


About the role:

Undertaking detailed or sensitive research projects 
Stakeholder engagement - internal and external 
Planning and conducting workshops with key stakeholders and clients
Using co-design methods that support the development of clinical and non-clinical assessments
Generating communication plans and reports in relation to research findings and design ideas
Working with key stakeholders in the organisation and providing evidence informed advice 
Policy and procedure reviews 

About you:

You will have experience working in the development and administration of clinical assessments
You will have experience in qualitative research
You will have excellent stakeholder engagements skills
... Click here to view more detail / apply for Assistant Director ? Clinical Advice, Design & Research

About the company:
Our client is a Government agency tasked with making life easier, accessible, and equitable for thousands of individuals and families across Australia.  A great opportunity for a qualified Health professional to join a large growing Federal Government in a clinical advisory and research capacity, on a 12-month temporary assignment.


About the role:

Undertaking detailed or sensitive research projects 
Stakeholder engagement - internal and external 
Planning and conducting workshops with key stakeholders and clients
Using co-design methods that support the development of clinical and non-clinical assessments
Generating communication plans and reports in relation to research findings and design ideas
Working with key stakeholders in the organisation and providing evidence informed advice 
Policy and procedure reviews 

About you:

You will have experience working in the development and administration of clinical assessments
You will have experience in qualitative research
You will have excellent stakeholder engagements skills
... Click here to view more detail / apply for Assistant Director ? Clinical Advice, Design & Research

About the company:
Our client is a Government agency tasked with making life easier, accessible, and equitable for thousands of individuals and families across Australia.  A great opportunity for a qualified Health professional to join a large growing Federal Government in a clinical advisory and research capacity, on a 12-month temporary assignment.


About the role:

Undertaking detailed or sensitive research projects 
Stakeholder engagement - internal and external 
Planning and conducting workshops with key stakeholders and clients
Using co-design methods that support the development of clinical and non-clinical assessments
Generating communication plans and reports in relation to research findings and design ideas
Working with key stakeholders in the organisation and providing evidence informed advice 
Policy and procedure reviews 

About you:

You will have experience working in the development and administration of clinical assessments
You will have experience in qualitative research
You will have excellent stakeholder engagements skills
... Click here to view more detail / apply for Assistant Director ? Clinical Advice, Design & Research

About the company:
Our client is a Government agency tasked with making life easier, accessible, and equitable for thousands of individuals and families across Australia.  A great opportunity for a qualified Health professional to join a large growing Federal Government in a clinical advisory and research capacity, on a 12-month temporary assignment.


About the role:

Undertaking detailed or sensitive research projects 
Stakeholder engagement - internal and external 
Planning and conducting workshops with key stakeholders and clients
Using co-design methods that support the development of clinical and non-clinical assessments
Generating communication plans and reports in relation to research findings and design ideas
Working with key stakeholders in the organisation and providing evidence informed advice 
Policy and procedure reviews 

About you:

You will have experience working in the development and administration of clinical assessments
You will have experience in qualitative research
You will have excellent stakeholder engagements skills
... Click here to view more detail / apply for Assistant Director ? Clinical Advice, Design & Research

Job description

It's time for you to create a strong profile in the Civil Engineering industry and drive your career and earnings forward. With this fantastic opportunity you will be able to come out of the shadows in your current role and flourish in a position where your opinions and commercial acumen are valued.

With a focus on staff development they encourage their employees to liaise with clients and have autonomy on projects thus broadening their engineering experience. 

It's in their Sydney office where they have a demand for an  Associate Director (Civil).

The role:

? Project diversity on a number of NSWs leading urban development projects.
? A supportive environment where open discussion and knowledge sharing is encouraged.
? Raise your industry profile by being exposed to major clients.
? Work on complex projects and provide innovative engineering solutions.
 
You will have:
 
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We’re looking for an Associate Director to join our business in Singapore to add to our senior management team.

• Join our successful and growing Singapore office
• Reporting to our Managing Director who has more than 20 years of experience (10 years in Singapore)
• Take ownership of the growth of one of our most established divisions and a warm Banking desk
• Work on high profile assignments
• Contribute to the growth of the Banking & Insurance businesses in Singapore.

A BIT ABOUT US

From our growing and dynamic office in the heart of Singapore you be joining a team of 4 where you will have responsibility for the growth and development of our banking business.

Occupying the mid-to-senior levels of the market, we work in close partnership with our clients to offer a variety of services directly suited to their specific business needs, including sourcing niche skills, finding talent in challenging geographies, handling senior or confidential assignments and detailed research and market mapping projects.

Our Singapore office was established in 2009 and has since become a well-respected consultancy with many of the large insurance and banking firms in the region. Comprising of over 30 consultants we are in the process of growing and developing our Singapore office across all our divisions.

WHY EAMES?

We are proud of the culture we have developed here and the strongest endorsement of this is hearing what our people have to say. So don’t just take it from us – here are some of the reasons our team have told us they love working for Eames.

• High performing workforce
• Established brand in the market
• Believable vision and values
• Mature environment
• Supportive and patient
• Visible hands on management team

Requirements

A BIT ABOUT YOU

The ideal candidate should be an experienced recruitment professional with strong billing track record and more recently senior leadership experience.

You will be an ambitious and passionate recruitment professional who values relationships, is a trusted partner, inspires belief through their expertise and consultative approach and holds high ethical standards. Ability to manage or mentor junior members within a team is a plus.

The ideal candidate should be an experienced recruitment professional with strong billing track record in the past coupled with a recent track record in a senior leadership role.

You will be an ambitious and passionate recruitment professional who values relationships, is a trusted partner, inspires belief through their expertise and consultative approach and holds high ethical standards. Ability to manage or mentor junior members within a team is a plus.

Opportunity is yours for the taking. Apply now, or get in touch directly to hear more about opportunities at Eames: Jacqueline.goh@eames-group.com

Employment Taxes Senior Manager/Director

Our client is a large international accountancy practice who aims to double their Midlands employment solutions team in the next 2-3 years. In this change driven arena, knowledge of growing areas of employment tax consulting is key to addressing new opportunities for your clients. Handling a large number of clients ranging from mid-market businesses to household names, the work will involve both ongoing annuity work and one-off projects.

Technically capable, you will pride yourself in a first class delivery service and have the confidence and experience to work with the partner/director group as part of the business development team.


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