Principal, Research - (HR, Employee Experience)

Gartner
76,000 USD - 107,000 USD
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Irving
6011 Connection Drive (Show on map)
Jan 16, 2025
About this role We are seeking a Research, Principal to support the discovery of actionable ideas that will help HR leaders transform their organizations, people, and business outcomes. Principals focus on strategic thought work, analyzing complex problems in search of innovative solutions. They work closely with C-level executives to identify and produce research that addresses pressing human resources challenges on a global scale. In this role, you will be a key player in the HR Practice's ongoing research initiative focused on employee experience, exploring how HR leaders can build effective employee value propositions, hybrid work models and organizational cultures that boost employee engagement and performance to drive organizational success. This role will enable you to apply your intellectual curiosity in a collaborative environment. The team puts significant emphasis on an inclusive dynamic and the personal and professional growth of each associate. What you will do Learn and execute Gartner's signature methodology for conducting world-class research that helps identify best practice solutions to many of today's biggest human resources challenges. Author key research deliverables, including but not limited to large research studies, white papers, case studies, presentations and webinars, playbooks and templates. Conduct research interviews with C-level executives and extensive secondary literature searches, using these inputs to develop research deliverables and inform research colleagues of key insights shaping the employee experience landscape. Draft surveys and collaborate with quantitative research partners to analyze and interpret data to establish benchmarks and evaluate the impact of employee experience strategies on key outcomes. Stay abreast of key trends affecting HR and the employee experience and use this knowledge to drive timely and relevant product planning and content creation. What we're looking for A Bachelor's degree required, and a Master's/PhD in a social science preferred. 5+ years of experience conducting primary and secondary research utilizing qualitative and quantitative data, with particular expertise in survey design and analysis. A critical thinker and problem solver with strong business acumen and intellectual curiosity, demonstrating the ability to assess business problems and provide actionable, outcome-based insights in a client-centric environment. A great writer with experience converting qualitative and quantitative information into clear frameworks, narratives and visually compelling presentations for an executive audience. A skilled collaborator, able to manage research projects with multiple stakeholders as well as produce high-quality research individually. An effective project manager with proven ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and work under ambiguity/uncertainty (e.g., changing factors, limited information). What we offer Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more! Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities #LI-SC6 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 76,000 USD - 107,000 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. 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