Research Director, Automotive and Mobility Development

About the role

Ipsos is one of the world's largest research companies and the only one primarily managed by researchers. Ranked the #1 Most Innovative Market Research Supplier by Greenbook’s GRIT report for four consecutive years, we operate in 90 markets, offer more than 75 data-driven solutions, and serve over 5,000 clients worldwide. Our research, methodological, implementation, and subject matter experts help organizations solve complex business challenges through data-driven insights and evidence-based decision-making. We're proud to have been named one of Forbes' America's Best Employers for Company Culture in 2025, Forbes' America's Best Employers for Women in 2026 and recognized by Newsweek as one of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies in 2026.

We are seeking a leader who thrives in building relationships and unearthing stories from data to drive our brand's growth. In this role, you'll lead as a Director, focusing on an Automotive syndicated study. You will be pivotal in our organic strategic growth, meeting clients face-to-face to build solid partnerships and elevate our brand within the automotive sector.

Join our team in Toronto, where the automotive industry meets innovation. We are seeking a leader who thrives in building relationships and unearthing stories from data to drive our brand's growth. In this role, you'll lead as a Director, focusing on an Automotive syndicated study. You will be pivotal in our organic strategic growth, meeting clients face-to-face to build solid partnerships and elevate our brand within the automotive sector.

Ipsos is one of the world’s largest research companies and currently the only one primarily managed by researchers, ranking as a #1 full-service research organization for four consecutive years. With over 75 different data-driven solutions, and presence in 90 markets, Ipsos brings together research, implementation, methodological, and subject-matter experts from around the world, combining thematic and technical experts to deliver top-quality research and insights. Simply speaking, we help the biggest companies solve some of their biggest problems, serving more than 5000 clients across the globe by providing research, data, and insights on their target markets. And we are proud of our continuous efforts in making Ipsos the best place to work!

The team conducts:

• Advanced Product Clinics to influence the design and development of future products;
• Buyer Behavior Tracking and Benchmarking studies to inform why consumers buy, or avoid buying, a product;
• Quality Measurement Tracking and Benchmarking of the overall “in-market” customer experience with the product, as well as;
• Ad-hoc Quantitative and Qualitative studies around the changing automotive and mobility landscape.

Responsibilities

• Foster in-person client relationships across the Greater Toronto Area, aligning project outcomes with client strategic goals.
• Collaborate with cross-service line teams in technology, data analytics, and marketing to enhance project outcomes and encourage a broader skill set.
• Guide the development of questionnaires that emphasize emerging technologies and market trends, ensuring projects are comprehensive and forward-thinking.
• Empower team talents and ensure alignment with client needs.
• Deliver insights and findings to senior management at client organizations, ensuring clarity and actionable recommendations in all communications.
• Inspire trust and respect through collaborative leadership and organizational acumen, while promoting cross-domain knowledge sharing.
• Transform business challenges into research-driven solutions that exceed client expectations and drive growth through innovative cross-sector insights.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a research-related field; 5+ years of experience, including internships.
• Strong experience with quantitative research, including survey design, sampling plans and analysis, and trackers.
• Strong communications skills; you know how to translate complex data into easy to understand, actionable insights.
• Continuously seek innovative ways to demonstrate the value of our partnership.
• Proficiency in developing clear narrative and storytelling in presentation, visually and in writing.
• Proficiency in MS Office or Google Drive a must.

In accordance with Ontario & British Columbia law, the estimated base salary range for this role is $95,000 to $105,000 CAD. Your final base salary will be determined based on several non-discriminatory factors which may include but are not limited to location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education and/or certifications.

Benefits

• Career Development
• Exceptional benefits package (including generous PTO, healthcare plans, wellness benefits)
• Flexible workplace policy
• Strong collaborative culture

Ipsos recognizes the necessity of building an inclusive culture that values each employee’s individuality and diverse perspectives. For more than 40 years, our mission has been to generate and analyze data about society, markets, brands, and behaviors to provide our clients with the insights that elevate their understanding of the world. This could not be fulfilled without Ipsos’ diverse employees who compile and analyze this data—they are the essence of who we are and what we do.

We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all employees, creating an environment that promotes inclusion, and enabling employees from all walks of life to flourish. Ipsos encourages our employees to act in a respectful and responsible manner, in line with code of best practices concerning diversity and inclusion, human rights, equality, and civility for every individual.