Research Director, AI

Research Director, AI

Omdia (now part of Informa TechTarget) is seeking a Research Director to lead our Artificial Intelligence practice. The successful candidate will lead and manage a global analyst team and guide the strategic evolution of the AI service area to drive growth across both subscription and custom research offerings.

The Omdia Artificial Intelligence Service Area encompasses four core syndicated products: Advanced Compute, AI Applications, AI Platforms, and AI APAC. Each of these products is built on a robust quantitative foundation, complemented by qualitative insights derived from and around that data. A key responsibility of the Research Director is to ensure that the research deliverables associated with these products meet Omdia's high-quality standards and provide actionable insights for clients. The Research Director will be responsible for building strong relationships with our top clients and prospects based on the team's leading research products. Additionally, the Research Director will play a critical role in the strategic evolution of these products, ensuring they are well-positioned for growth and continue to address the evolving needs of our clients.

Strong commercial acumen is essential for this role. The Research Director will be expected to actively collaborate with sales and engage with clients and prospects to showcase the capabilities of the AI Service Area and the broader Enterprise & Channel group within Omdia. Building strong relationships and effectively engaging with a diverse range of client types, including senior executives at the highest levels of the industry, will be crucial for success in this position.

This is a "hands-on" role, requiring the Research Director to conduct their own research, publish under their own name and speak at client and industry events. Therefore, the ideal candidate will be an experienced analyst with a proven track record of producing credible, high-quality research assets and possessing strong insight into the AI technology landscape. The successful candidate must also have the confidence and expertise to present to diverse audiences, ranging from AI practitioners to senior industry executives, at client meetings and industry events.

The position is suited to an enthusiastic and collaborative individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, demonstrates exceptional leadership skills, and is passionate about driving innovation in Omdia's Artificial Intelligence research. The successful candidate will bring a strategic mindset, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to inspire and mentor a team of analysts located around the globe to achieve their full potential.