{"id":8986,"date":"2025-11-17T04:54:36","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T04:54:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/?post_type=job_listing&p=8986"},"modified":"2026-06-24T13:16:13","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T13:16:13","slug":"director-research-adp-ventures-india-based-us-hours","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/job\/director-research-adp-ventures-india-based-us-hours\/","title":{"rendered":"Director, Research \u2013 ADP Ventures (India-based, US Hours)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

We are seeking a Director, Research<\/strong> to join our global ADP Ventures team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This India-based role will serve as the r<\/strong>esearch and insights lead for Ventures \u2014 driving market intelligence, trend analysis, and thought leadership that fuel our Build\u2013Buy\u2013Invest\u2013Partner agenda. You will work closely with our US-based Ventures leaders and partners, operating on US hours, and play a central role in shaping the insights that inform venture investments, startup partnerships, and innovation strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What You\u2019ll Do<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As Director, Research, you will:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Lead and execute end-to-end strategic research projects \u2014 from scoping and hypothesis framing to analysis and synthesis of actionable insights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Conduct deep-dive analyses on key venture themes such as AI in HR, payroll innovation, workforce analytics, and emerging HR Tech trends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Build and maintain structured market landscapes, startup ecosystem maps, and competitive benchmarks that inform ADP\u2019s strategic priorities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Translate complex data and market signals into clear, compelling narratives and executive-level presentations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Collaborate with Ventures leadership to identify and validate emerging investment and partnership opportunities globally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Serve as a thought partner on thematic research and innovation trend monitoring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Cover India\u2019s HR Tech and Future of Work ecosystem (approx. 15% of role), including startup tracking, ecosystem engagement, and opportunity scouting.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    What We\u2019re Looking For<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • 7\u201310 years of experience with a top-tier consulting strategy or investment banking team (e.g., GIR at Goldman Sachs\/ Morgan Stanley, BCG, Bain, McKinsey) or in a comparable strategic insights role within a technology or investment organization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Deep expertise in m<\/strong>arket research, data-driven analysis, and executive storytelling.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Proven ability to translate research findings into strategic recommendations that drive business or investment outcomes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and structured synthesis.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Strong self-starter mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities across global teams.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Genuine curiosity about s<\/strong>tartups, venture capital, emerging technologies, and the future of work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Bachelor\u2019s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, Master\u2019s in Strategy, Economics, or related field) preferred.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Why Join Us<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Influence ADP Ventures\u2019 global investment and innovation strategy through research-driven insights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Collaborate with cross-functional leaders shaping ADP\u2019s future through innovation and partnerships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Work in a dynamic, high-impact environment that blends startup agility with enterprise scale.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Flexible work model based in India with f<\/strong>ull US Eastern time zone alignment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        Apply now to help shape how ADP Ventures invests in, builds with, and partners for the future of work.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":25,"featured_media":8985,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","job_listing_type":[195],"job_listing_category":[193],"job_listing_location":[165],"job_listing_tag":[],"class_list":["post-8986","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","job_listing_type-contract-fixed-term","job_listing_category-organisational-development","job_listing_location-hyderabad"],"aioseo_notices":[],"metas":{"_job_featured_image":"","_job_category":{"193":"Organisational Development"},"_job_type":{"195":"Contract\/Fixed-Term"},"_job_tag":[],"_job_gender":"Both","_job_apply_type":"external","_job_apply_url":"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/jobs\/view\/4347847292\/?alternateChannel=search&eBP=CwEAAAGbaK5Mc1Xs0nS4d16HERIPjxLMB2aD0BsT7hXDMVphdK1wVLnIrOlwp6KpAlJhrBwNozp0DJR-oxaI8sQVp-VewbL2nXDvnfxgrh3unFOhd9AqDFut9coeHJBVv8h3S91jO1_2lNcN7HTD_SuiCnCtkFkpzDy-vu5xjCn1i7MP4TJfLagJcMT3RNUNX3hZEfV-mfrcYecK-fLn75GzuVCZtJGv2HpVHR_2N3zT9eHFx2t_GUbQSlfbQKw6KbCt5EQWHl7ULwH0RoJqWc93Da10ePnN0dqFNpYIzdXkcTqlT22h8YTef7WcEKdVByYCaLgqI9SDosvZ5izG7GnMyr6pnG4V4noxx6RmbZhww5rjHTImOkVWzdGBFA1zAaiEPblsaCdPkMAFsdyJOOtM80tA_Fl2uRHSHkzZPAXYemiqGoA4VBQtFJjfRN9EkFZzpL332-rA90aemVJUSFsPIbljOC_hLVHx3nv5DuZuklDUurA_8HYo9MqMxX7lVB6x-Gge6Kt0KsY&refId=GctIMktdD58Lw5eX8SxSTQ&trackingId=comGShVlI7DnBaatXvWg","_job_apply_email":"","_job_salary_type":"yearly","_job_salary":"","_job_experience":"5 Year","_job_career_level":"Officer","_job_qualification":"Bachelor Degree","_job_video_url":"","_job_photos":"","_job_application_deadline_date":"2027-11-18","_job_address":"","_job_location":{"165":"Hyderabad"},"_job_map_location":{"address":"","latitude":"","longitude":""}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing\/8986","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/job_listing"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/25"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8986"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8985"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8986"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"job_listing_type","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_type?post=8986"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_category?post=8986"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_location?post=8986"},{"taxonomy":"job_listing_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wincwire.com\/jobs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/job_listing_tag?post=8986"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}