Research Director - IT

Research and Operations :

- Leading and managing a team of approximately 20 analysts across Bangalore and Gurgaon

- Development and execution of company's research strategy and agenda

- Leading the definition, creation and production of our India market intelligence products and solutions for company's clients and prospects. Ensuring our market intelligence meets the needs of our existing clients and identifying new opportunities for our capabilities

- Full research operations including project planning, scheduling and tracking

- Production of quality research and analysis through insightful analytical techniques and thought leadership.

- Annual research budget planning, strategic growth planning

- New product planning and positioning

- Monthly and annual P&L management and reportage for each research area under your responsibility

Market, Press and Customer Engagement

- Developing senior executive relationships with our clients and key players in the industry.

- Providing strong support for the sales team in closing business, collaborating with sales team to develop strategic selling initiatives and account plans

- Public speaking to build the our brand and generate revenue

- Media appearances leading to our India brand development, both print and electronic

Requirements:

- Comfortable with managing quantitative research that involves modeling vast arrays of data

- Strong Project Management and Execution Skills

- Demonstrable thought leadership and research vision

- Top class writing, presentation and speaking ability

- Strong people management skills

- Strong analytical skills

- Ability to engage with C-Level executives at client organizations

- Ability to deliver the program of work at optimal cost

- Primary Research is Mandatory