Director, People Analytics & Data Science

Key Skills

C Programming, C++, Cloud computing, Data science techniques, Java Programming, Machine learning techniques, MATLAB Programming, Python Programming, PyTorch, R Programming, Scala Programming, SQL, TensorFlow

Job Description

About this People Analytics & Operations (PAO):

Gartner’s core asset is its people. Our people develop insights, share advice, and create experiences that help our clients be more successful. The People Analytics & Operations team derives actionable insight from data to recommend and implement better ways of attracting, developing, and retaining our talent so that we can drive higher sales, more productivity, and better client experiences.

About the Director of People Analytics & Data Science role:

This role will take Gartner’s HR Data Science to the next level by directing the vision, building up the capabilities, and leading C-Level priority initiatives. 

What you’ll do:

• Build strong HR Data Science Competency: Develop strategy, build roadmap, and implement future state of HR Data Science. Maintain external view on the state of the art, key trends, and best practices
• Prioritize and lead existing high profile Data Science projects: Proactively identify, prioritize, and rally organization around additional Data Science opportunities based on business strategy.
• Advise and support other efforts that would benefit from Data Science: Prioritize and develop appropriate engagement model to support other efforts, ad hoc analytics, and leadership questions.
• Provide Advanced Analytics team leadership and mentoring across People Analytics & Operations.

What you’ll need:

• Masters or PhD in a quantitative research field preferred (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Mathematics, etc.).
• 7+ years of progressive business experience, 
• 5+ years of HR Analytics, Data Science, or Business Analytics
• Experience leading cross-functional project teams who deliver successful outcomes

Who you are:

• Creative problem solving with -can do- mentality and passion for innovation 
• Analytical thinker who has experience and proficiency with various programming languages (e.g., Java, Python), statistical packages (e.g., SPSS, R, MatLab, Mathematica), data modeling, databases, and application servers
• Strong communication skills to translate complicated analytics into easily understood actionable recommendations
• Highly motivated person who takes ownership and initiative to deliver business outcomes
• Entrepreneurial and growth mindset

What we offer:

• A seat to the table to help drive peak performance in a growing, people business.
• Encouragement to be innovative and challenge status quo.
• Exposure to industry leading training and development.
• Performance based recognition and rewards.

Who are we?

Gartner delivers actionable, objective insight to executives and their teams. Our expert guidance and tools enable faster, smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization’s most critical priorities. We’ve grown exponentially since our founding in 1979 and we're proud to have nearly 16,000 associates globally that support our 14,000+ clients in more than 100 countries.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our teams are composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations. We believe that a variety of experiences makes us stronger—as individuals, as communities and as an organization. That’s why we're recognized worldwide as a great place to work year after year. We've been recognized by Fortune as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies, named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index and a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by the Disability Equality Index. Looking for a place to turn your big ideas into reality? Join #LifeAtGartner

What we offer:

Our people are our most valuable asset, so we invest in them from Day 1. When you join our team, you’ll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. These resources are designed to support your physical, financial and emotional well-being. We encourage continued personal and professional growth through ongoing learning and development opportunities. Our employee resource groups, charity match and volunteer programs keep you connected to your internal Gartner community and causes that matter to you.

The policy of Gartner is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, citizenship status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status and to affirmatively seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity.