Overview Why GM Financial? GM Financial is the wholly owned captive finance subsidiary of General Motors and is headquartered in Fort Worth, U.S. We are a global provider of auto finance solutions, with operations in North America, South America and the Asia Pacific region. Through our long-standing relationships with auto dealers, we offer attractive retail financing and lease programs to meet the needs of each customer. We also offer commercial lending products to dealers to help them finance and grow their businesses. At GM Financial, our team members define and shape our culture — an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive. The AVP People Analytics role is a key strategic leader, responsible for shaping and executing the company's comprehensive people analytics strategy. This role demands a forward-thinking visionary with deep expertise in data analytics and a profound understanding of people analytics. This role is instrumental in harnessing the power of data to drive business performance through data informed decisions, elevate the employee experience through insights from Voice of Employee surveys, and optimize operational efficiency. With a focus on translating complex data into actionable insights and compelling stories, this leader will play a critical role in guiding the organization towards sustained growth and innovation. Responsibilities About the role: Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a forward-thinking people analytics strategy that not only aligns with but also drives GMF's overarching business goals and growth ambitions Ensure the strategy is agile and adaptable to the auto-finance industry landscape Team Leadership: Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing people analytics team Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement, encouraging the team to stay ahead of industry trends and best practices Data-Driven Decision Making: Partner with HR Senior leadership, HRBPs and HR stakeholders, to understand their data needs and foster a data-driven culture providing actionable data-driven insights that inform strategic decisions across all levels of the organization Act as a trusted advisor and advocate for data-informed decision-making Business Performance Analysis: Analyze and interpret complex data sets related to employee life cycle data (attraction, onboarding, performance management, engagement, development, succession planning, compensation, retention, offboarding, etc) HR and business financial performance, business metrics, and operational efficiency Provide clear, concise, and impactful communication of findings to stakeholders, focusing on actionable recommendations that drive results Customer Insights: Develop and maintain a deep understanding of people demographics, behavior, and preferences Use this knowledge to develop insights and recommendations focused on enhancing the employee experience, increased performance, support career development and drive sustainable growth Operational Efficiency: Collaborate with HR Senior Leaders, HRBPs and HR stakeholders to identify and prioritize opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and enhanced service delivery Leverage data analysis to provide actionable insights that lead to measurable improvements in operational efficiency Technology & Tools: Partner with GMF analytics teams and HR Technology to continuously evaluate and provide recommendations for cutting-edge data analytics tools and technologies to enhance the capabilities and efficiency of the analytics team Ensure the highest standards of accuracy, integrity, and security in all data systems Reporting & KPIs: In partnership with HR Technology design and oversee the development of dynamic dashboards and reports that track key performance indicators (KPIs), offering real-time visibility into business performance Ensure reports are tailored to meet the needs of senior leadership, facilitating informed decision-making Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with finance, GMF analytics teams, IT and HR Technology to ensure that data analytics initiatives are aligned with broader business objectives Act as a bridge between departments, ensuring a cohesive and unified approach to data utilization Industry Trends: Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in data analytics and the auto-finance industry Proactively incorporate relevant innovations into the company's people analytics strategy, ensuring GMF remains at the forefront of data-driven decision-making Perform other duties as assigned Conform with all company policies and procedures REPORTING RELATIONSHIP SVP HR Strategy and Organizational Development Qualifications What makes you an ideal candidate: Proven experience leading related analytics teams Deep expertise in a broad range of data analytics tools and technologies, including SQL, Python, R, Tableau, and Power BI, with the ability to leverage these platforms to deliver actionable insights and drive data-driven decision-making Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable business insights Demonstrated ability to influence and drive strategic decisions through data Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with proven success in building strong strategic business relationships Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities Education Bachelor’s Degree in business, HR, Data Science, Statistics, or a related field required Master’s Degree preferred Experience Greater than 10 years of experience in a related analytics role required 5-7 years in a people leadership role required 5-7 years in people analytics function preferred What We Offer: Generous benefits package available on day one to include: 401K matching, bonding leave for new parents (12 weeks, 100% paid), training, GM employee auto discount, community service pay and nine company holidays. Our Culture: Our team members define and shape our culture. We have an environment that welcomes new ideas, fosters integrity, and creates a sense of community and belonging. Here we do more than work — we thrive. Compensation: Competitive salary and bonus eligibility; this role is eligible for company vehicle program Work Life Balance: Flexible hybrid work environment, 3-days a week in office #LI-WB1