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AvasantGlobal Research & Insights Leader
Avasant is seeking a Global Research & Insights Leader to manage its research engine, publish market insights, and support consulting and sales teams. The employer is…
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Avasant is seeking a Global Research & Insights Leader to manage its research engine, publish market insights, and support consulting and sales teams. The employer is a management consulting, advisory, and analyst firm based in Los Angeles, California, serving Fortune 1000 organizations across more than 50 countries. Recognized as a top industry analyst firm, Avasant provides strategic sourcing, global strategy, and IT and business transformation services. This market-facing position involves…
Job Description
Avasant is seeking a Global Research & Insights Leader to manage its research engine, publish market insights, and support consulting and sales teams. The employer is a management consulting, advisory, and analyst firm based in Los Angeles, California, serving Fortune 1000 organizations across more than 50 countries. Recognized as a top industry analyst firm, Avasant provides strategic sourcing, global strategy, and IT and business transformation services.
This market-facing position involves presenting at events, speaking on published topics, and joining client calls as a subject matter expert. The person in this role will oversee the day-to-day publishing process from draft to final sign-off, direct a distributed team of analysts across United States and India time zones, and collaborate closely with leadership. Responsibilities include driving research operations for Radarview and other report formats, establishing consistent methodologies, and ensuring objective, independent research. The role also entails providing data and benchmarks to consultants for client engagements and proposals, as well as equipping regional sales teams with relevant briefs and talking points.
The position suits an experienced professional with a background in technology research or industry analysis who wants to shape a market-leading research practice within a lean, entrepreneurial environment.
Responsibilities
- Participate in analyst events to evaluate provider capabilities
- Speak at events and join client or prospect calls as a research expert
- Create sales enablement materials such as briefs, talking points, slides, and FAQs
- Manage the complete publishing workflow from drafting and editing to final release and distribution
- Provide consultants with fast access to market data, benchmarks, and research for client work
- Lead, coach, and support a distributed team of global analysts
- Oversee research operations including the calendar, timelines, resource allocation, and delivery of Radarview and other reports
- Maintain and refine research methodologies, evaluation criteria, and quality standards
Requirements
- 15 to 20 years of professional background in technology research, industry analysis, benchmarking, or research-led consulting
- Practical experience in authoring and publishing research regarding technology, IT, or business services providers
- Demonstrated experience managing people or leading multi-contributor projects
- Strong interpersonal abilities to establish trust with analysts, consultants, and sales personnel
- Clear and confident writing and presentation capabilities
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple concurrent projects and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
Qualifications
- Prior background working at an industry analyst firm, sourcing advisory firm, or consultancy research team
- Experience supporting sales or business development operations with research
- Experience collaborating across multiple countries and time zones
Core Skills
Benefits
- Entrepreneurial work setting with opportunities to lead and drive new initiatives
- International exposure collaborating with global clients and multinational organizations
- Training and mentoring regarding current business and sector practices
- Opportunities to work alongside an international team of industry specialists
- Career development programs including funding for industry certifications and skill development
- Dynamic and multicultural workplace culture
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What is the location of the Global Research & Insights Leader role?
The posting lists the location as Dallas, but notes that the firm is willing to consider other United States locations.
What type of employment is this?
This is a full-time position.
What experience level is required for this position?
Candidates must have 15 to 20 years of experience in technology research, industry analysis, benchmarking, or research-led consulting.
Does the posting specify the salary for this role?
The salary is not stated in the job posting.
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