Senior Director, People Analytics

Avalara

Remote, US
Not specified; bonus eligible; pyid time off + pyr...
Fully remote
8+ years people analytics experience
3+ years team management experience
Advanced sql and data wrangling skills
Avalara is seeking a Senior Director of People Analytics to lead its analytics team, focusing on delivering insights and predictive analytics to enhance workforce decision-making. The role requires a strategic partner to senior leadership, emphasizing the importance of data-driven talent strategies

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director leads the enterprise strategy for People Analytics, positioning the function as a proactive strategic partner to the CPO and senior leadership.
  • This role requires a hands-on 'player-coach' who can personally drive complex analyses, write SQL, and develop models while managing a high-performing team.
  • Avalara is an AI-first company where success requires embedding AI tools into daily workflows to accelerate data work, automate reporting, and sharpen storytelling.

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Avalara is seeking a Senior Director of People Analytics to lead its analytics team, focusing on delivering insights and predictive analytics to enhance workforce decision-making. The role requires a strategic partner to senior leadership, emphasizing the importance of data-driven talent strategies.

Salary

Not specified; Bonus eligible; Paid time off and parental leave included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years People Analytics experience
  • 3+ years team management experience
  • Advanced SQL and data wrangling skills
  • Power BI dashboard development
  • Attrition modeling and workforce planning
  • AI proficiency in analytics workflows

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in fast-paced global tech organizations
  • Strong consultative and communication skills
  • Bias to action in ambiguous environments
  • Resilience and grit in high-change settings
  • Ability to translate complex data into narratives

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years of experience in People Analytics
  • 3+ years managing high-performing teams
  • Pass practical SQL and analytics assessment

Work Rights

Not specified

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