Director Analyst - AI, HR Strategy & Regulatory Compliance (Remote UK & EMEA)

About the role

Gartner is hiring a Director Analyst for its Human Resources Practice, a remote, individual contributor role covering the UK and EMEA. The role sits in the Business and Technology Insights (BTI) group and advises CHROs and other HR leaders on HR strategy, initiatives and investments, with a focus on the impact of AI on HR and the workforce. Candidates must have experience with AI and in a regulated organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Create must-have insights on AI in HR strategy, use cases, workflow redesign, governance and value realisation, in writing, video, infographics and podcasts
• Develop new insights and deep analysis to identify root causes of client barriers and drive strategy
• Establish insights positions across a team of analysts and influence the research agenda
• Research and predict market trends and regulatory environments, and work closely with vendors and emerging technologies
• Deliver individualised advice to CHROs and senior HR leaders through video presentations and discussions
• Create and present at Gartner events, conferences and client briefings
• Support BTI and Sales as the voice of the market, and provide timely peer review of content
• Mentor junior team members, improve research processes and collaborate across the Insights community

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination
• HR functional expertise across several areas, with experience in a regulated industry or function preferred
• Experience interpreting global AI regulations, partnering with IT and Legal, and HR compliance
• Profound understanding of CHRO challenges and workflows, and executive presence
• Willingness to travel up to 25% where applicable

Required skills

• Practical experience with HR technologies and a working knowledge of AI, including use cases, risks and governance
• Preferred: employment law, collective bargaining and workforce action experience
• Excellent research, writing, analysis and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and in matrixed, multicultural teams