Define and evolve the long-term vision for UX, consumer and market research by establishing best-practice methodologies, quality standards, and clear operational frameworks covering discovery, delivery and live operations;
Lead, mentor and develop a multidisciplinary research team (UX, consumer, market), fostering methodological excellence, strong storytelling and a culture of collaboration and continuous learning;
Ensure strategic alignment of research with product, design and commercial objectives, connecting creative ambition, business goals and player expectations to guide the long-term product vision;
Support, prioritize and coordinate research activities across multiple concurrent projects, managing planning, budgets, relationships with external vendors and the balance between internal and external execution;
Translate complex findings into clear, actionable recommendations tailored to leadership and key partners, strengthening their understanding of the role, value and impact of research on product strategy and market positioning;
Collaborate closely with Product, Production, Marketing, Publishing and Analytics teams to ensure complementary use of data and research, and to facilitate workshops and rituals that integrate the voice of players and the market into decision-making.

10+ years of experience in research roles, including leadership responsibilities, with deep expertise in qualitative and quantitative methodologies covering UX, consumer and market research;
Strong understanding of the video game and/or entertainment industry, its dynamics, trends and audience behaviors, as well as the realities faced by cross-functional teams (production, design, marketing, publishing);
Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor and grow research teams, influence senior stakeholders, and generate strategic impact through clear communication, compelling storytelling and methodological excellence;
Advanced skills in designing, analyzing and synthesizing research programs, with the ability to define robust approaches, maintain high analytical standards and translate complex data into clear, actionable insights;
Solid experience in research operations and project management, including planning, prioritization, resource allocation, coordination of external vendors and budget management, with the capacity to support multiple projects in parallel;
A vision for advancing the research discipline by modernizing methodologies, introducing new practices, and strengthening the role, visibility and strategic impact of research within the organization.

Research Director

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