About this role:

Gartner is currently seeking a Senior Principal for its HR Research Practice Data Insights and Innovations Group. This is an individual contribution role with potential for people responsibilities in future. This team leverages proprietary quantitative data and frameworks to offer original, actionable insights on key business problems facing senior executives across industries.

The selected candidate will be responsible for leading research content development using quantitative and analytics techniques as well as collaborating with global research teams to produce published content, presentations and webinars for Gartner clients. The role provides excellent exposure to a full range of topics related to the management of various business functions (HR, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, etc.), as well as the opportunity to apply and further develop statistical concepts in research.

What you’ll do:

This position is for experienced researchers interested in conducting quantitative research, data analysis and reporting using proprietary research and survey data to author and create compelling research products for Gartner clients.

Primary responsibilities include:

Lead the design and creation of primary data collection instruments (surveys, web data, etc.), sampling methodologies, and quantitative modelsConceptualize and create client-facing research deliverables such as client presentations, published research, webinars and tools.Build quantitative methodology proposals that use inferential Statistical/Econometric models to validate research hypothesis and create actionable insights for Gartner clients.Build research study narratives by complementing data-driven insights with industry-leading best practices sourced from clientsEffectively communicate and present analytical insights and narratives to internal stakeholders and clients.Lead and promote best practice in design, execution, process & delivery of products and projects.Provide thought leadership and mentorship to team members related to all aspects of quantitative research including survey design, data analysis, content writing, client walkthroughs, and insight generation among others.Develop a First Team culture – work closely with peer managers to build trust, encourage teamwork and identify synergies to capitalize for highest impact

What you’ll need:

Preferred: Master’s degree with 8+ years of experience, preferably in an analytics-relevant field (e.g., Economics, Policy Analysis, Statistics, Data Science) OR PhD with 6+ years of experience, preferably in an analytics-relevant field (e.g., Economics, Policy Analysis, Statistics, Data Science).Required: 7 years of experience at a leading research / data analytics / business intelligence / consulting firm.

Skills and Competencies

Outstanding written communication skills and a drive to create and communicate high-impact storylines through written narrativesDemonstrated expertise in leading exploratory quantitative research studies and building Statistical/ Econometric models using structured and/or unstructured dataStrong foundational knowledge and extensive practical experience in running supervised and unsupervised Statistical techniques such as regressions, factor analysis, clustering, etc.Mastery in at least one Statistical software package (R, Python, SPSS, etc.)Experience in sampling methodologies, survey questionnaire design, and data managementDemonstrated ability in independently managing multiple high-complexity and data-intensive projects simultaneouslyCreative and independent thinking with superior problem-solving abilitiesAbility to collaborate with globally distributed team members from diverse backgroundsShould have strong project management experience demonstrating the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneouslyExperience in data science methodologies (e.g., natural language processing, machine learning, AI) a strong bonusPeople management skills – Experience of managing teams in a matrix reporting environment (preferred but not mandatory)

Who are we? 

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world.

Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective insight, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to more than 20,000 associates globally who support ~15,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That’s why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

What makes Gartner a great place to work? 

Our sustained success creates limitless opportunities for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. We have a vast, virtually untapped market potential ahead of us, providing you with an exciting trajectory long into the future. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance.

We hire remarkable people who collaborate and win as a team. Together, our singular, unifying goal is to deliver results for our clients.

Our teams are inclusive and composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations.

We invest in great leaders who bring out the best in you and the company, enabling us to multiply our impact and results. This is why, year after year, we are recognized worldwide as a great place to work.

What do we offer? 

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. 

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 84,000 USD - 116,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

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.

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