About the Role Gartner Analysts are industry thought leaders who create must-have research, market predictions and best practices for a broad range of world‑leading organizations. A Senior Director serves as a leader within Gartner’s Business and Technology Insights (BTI) group, establishing oneself as a credible voice within their designated market at local, regional and global levels. Utilizing exceptional research and analytical skills, a Senior Director plays a significant role in producing pragmatic and provocative research which Gartner clients consume and apply to propel their business toward key objectives. They are a trusted source of advice for clients, reinforcing Gartner’s value every day by engaging them via in‑person meetings, virtual meetings, sales support visits and Gartner conferences to discuss complex client challenges and offer appropriate recommendations. Gartner is looking for an analyst to provide insights to our cloud service user and provider clients in the United States and beyond. As a Senior Director Analyst in the Cloud Infrastructure practice, coverage area will apply broad knowledge of IT Public Cloud, technologies, vendors (such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google GCP, Oracle OCI, Equinix), and deployment issues for our clients. Additionally, there will be a focus on non‑technology aspects of digital infrastructure, including data center, pricing, and organizational challenges. This position will provide advice to clients on best practices for moving to a public Cloud (IaaS and PaaS) platform as well as specific guidance to clients on evaluating and selecting cloud vendors pricing contracts and cloud centers of excellence. This can include but is not limited to topics such as: Challenges and opportunities of the Heads of Infrastructure & Operations Cloud strategies Hybrid digital infrastructure Multi‑cloud architectures Cloud Platforms Cloud Security Cloud Native Infrastructure Strategic Cloud Platform Services / Cloud infrastructure and platform services (CIPS, IaaS, PaaS) Consulting, implementation, integration, or runtime services associated with these Impact on and of GenAI on Heads of Infrastructure & Operations SaaS implementation on top of cloud infrastructure sometimes known as SaaS Ops. Industry cloud implementations (for specific sectors) Cloud governance Sovereign Cloud Cloud Sustainability Edge Infrastructure Solutions Colocation Cloud & Digital transformation Integration with SaaS At Gartner, we emphasize cutting edge thinking, disciplined analysis and most important, actionability. We are passionate about helping clients solve business problems. If this resonates with you, and you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we’d like to hear from you. What you will do Create innovative, thought provoking, and highly leveraged “must‑have insight” content You will work with a collaborative team of highly experienced analysts and advisors to build authoritative insight and advice that directly addresses the priorities and challenges of cloud service provider clients. Serving as an authority on the technology market, buyer behavior, and local market implications (including regulatory and compliance) that affect the way cloud services are delivered across North America. Develop new insight and ideas through thought leadership and offer compelling, actionable approaches to client's needs and requests that accelerate the client's ability to act Develop in‑depth analysis to identify the root cause of a client’s barriers or overall needs and reframe thinking to drive strategy forward Demonstrate thought leadership in establishing insights positions across a team of analysts Bring provocative, independent insights to Gartner leaders that can evolve the course of a research agenda Research, analyze and predict market trends and shifts to provide clients and vendors with actionable insights Provide clients and prospects with actionable advice aligned to their designated content area via virtual or face‑to‑face interactions Create and deliver high value presentation materials on and off stage for Gartner events, industry and professional association conferences, and client briefings Support BTI and Sales: Provide sales support serving as voice of the market to help Insights teams create content and to drive engagement with clients to make progress against their critical priorities to grow their business Provide high quality and timely content peer review Build credibility as an industry expert to represent Gartner insights, methodology and strategy Actively participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions and collaborate effectively with peers in the Insights community Identify research process improvements or develop new processes that help the team and BTI provide excellent service delivery Be a mentor and a coach by supporting more junior team members Be client‑centric while actively seeking to help clients engage regularly and often with Gartner insights and interactions What you will need Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; Graduate degree preferred 12+ years of relevant field or industry experience. Strong knowledge of business, technology, channel & go‑to‑market conditions Direct experience working for large vendors (such as AWS, Microsoft, Google, Oracle, IBM etc) Direct experience building a cloud selection and adoption strategy (key issues, vendors, partners and best practices) Deep understanding of the IaaS, PaaS or Cloud Infrastructure and Platform Services markets, the strengths of the hyperscalers, and the competitive landscape for adjunct IT services. Demonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholders Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverables Demonstrate excellence in research and writing ability Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions Proficient in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges Strong communicator who can explain complex concepts concisely and simply Subject matter expert comfortable presenting at large and small‑scale speaking engagements Strong business and financial acumen Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within subject area as well as the interplay in that market Ability to work independently, while also being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others, in a multicultural global team Learning agile and adept with navigating highly matrixed environments Ability to represent Gartner’s research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% (where applicable) What you will get Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K matching and more! Collaborative, team‑oriented culture that embraces diversity Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities LI‑remote 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 business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission‑critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 21,000 associates globally who support ~14,000 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 vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. 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 172,000 USD – 202,500 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 seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity. Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. 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A global technology consulting firm in Dublin seeks a Senior Director Analyst with extensive experience in cloud infrastructure. The successful candidate will create actionable insights, work collaboratively with a team of analysts, and serve as an authority on cloud services market trends. A bachelor's degree and 12+ years in a related field are required. This role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits within a hybrid work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Sr. Director Analyst, Communications Analytics and Technology Gartner Analysts are industry thought leaders who create must-have research, market predictions, and best practices for a broad range of world‑leading organizations. A Senior Director serves as a leader within Gartner Business and Technology Insights. Using exceptional research and analytical skills, a Senior Director produces pragmatic and provocative research to help Gartner clients propel their business toward key objectives. They are a trusted source of advice for clients, reinforcing Gartner’s value every day by engaging them via virtual meetings, sales support visits, and Gartner events to discuss complex client challenges and offer appropriate recommendations. About This Role This role sits within Gartner’s Marketing & Communications practice and will address the needs of Chief Communications Officers and their key leaders in transforming the communications function through technology and data and analytics. As disruptive forces inside and outside the enterprise impact the expectations and objectives of CCOs and their teams, this role will focus on measurement, data, and analytics as well as the communications technology and AI needed to support a data‑driven function and to turn disruption into opportunity. Successful candidates will leverage a deep understanding of CCO priorities to advise communications leaders on key strategies needed to help CCOs and their teams transform the impact and value of the function, including: Designing and implementing data‑driven strategies to elevate the impact and value of the communications function. Building robust measurement and analytics frameworks to demonstrate and optimize communications effectiveness. Translating data insights into actionable recommendations that support business objectives and drive organizational outcomes. Developing scalable solutions for collecting, analyzing, and acting on employee and stakeholder feedback. Guiding teams through the adoption of new data sources, technologies and tools to increase efficiency and innovation. Building team skills and talent to utilize these methods and tools in their daily work. Fostering a culture of continuous improvement by embedding analytics and measurement into everyday communications practices. Advising on best practices for integrating AI and automation to support strategic communications initiatives. Enabling CCOs and their teams to communicate the value of their function to the C‑Suite and other stakeholders using clear, data‑backed narratives. Leading transformation efforts that align people, processes, and technology to maximize the function’s strategic contribution. What You Will Do Create innovative, thought‑provoking, and highly leveraged “must‑have research” content. Develop new research and ideas through thought leadership and offer compelling, actionable approaches to client’s needs and requests that accelerate the client’s ability to act. Develop in‑depth analysis to identify the root cause of a client’s barriers or overall needs and reframe thinking to drive strategy forward. Demonstrate thought leadership in establishing research positions across a team of analysts. Bring provocative, independent insights to Gartner leaders that can evolve the course of a research agenda. Research, analyze and predict market trends and shifts to provide clients and vendors with actionable insights. Provide clients and prospects with actionable advice aligned to their designated content area via virtual or face‑to‑face interactions. Create and deliver high‑value presentation materials on and off stage for Gartner events, industry and professional association conferences, and client briefings. Support Research and Sales: provide sales support serving as voice of the market to help research teams create content and to drive engagement with clients to make progress against their critical priorities to grow their business. Provide high quality and timely research content peer review. Build credibility as an industry expert to represent Gartner research, methodology and strategy. Actively participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions and collaborate effectively with peers in the research community. Identify research process improvements or develop new processes that help the team and Research & Advisory provide excellent service delivery. Be a mentor and a coach by supporting more junior team members. Be client‑centric while actively seeking to help clients engage regularly and often with Gartner research and interactions. What You’ll Need Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; graduate degree preferred. 12+ years of relevant field or industry experience in mid‑to‑large companies overseeing the measurement, reporting and optimization of communications is required. An informed understanding of the challenges facing CCOs as leaders within the enterprise and drivers of business impact, especially in the context of measurement, analytics, and technology. Hands‑on experience with communications technology, analytics platforms, global communications agencies, and other vendors critical to functional productivity and goals. Experience as a leader in transformation efforts that impact people, process, and technology, with a focus on data and analytics. Demonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholders. Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverables. Demonstrate excellence in research and writing ability. Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions. Proficient in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges. Strong communicator who can explain complex concepts concisely and simply. Subject matter expert comfortable presenting at large and small‑scale speaking engagements. Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within subject area as well as the interplay in that market. Ability to work independently, while also being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others, in a multicultural global team. Learning agile and adept with navigating highly matrixed environments. Ability to represent Gartner’s research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels. Willingness and ability to travel up to 15% (where applicable). 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 business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission‑critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we’ve grown to 21,000 associates globally who support approximately 14,000 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 vast, virtually untapped market potential offers limitless opportunities – opportunities that may not even exist right now – for you to grow professionally and flourish personally. 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. 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 seek to advance the principles of equal employment opportunity. Gartner is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access the Company’s career webpage as a result of your disability. You may request reasonable accommodations by calling Human Resources at +1 (203) 964-0096 or by sending an email to ApplicantAccommodations@gartner.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr
A leading global research firm seeks a Sr. Director Analyst for the Communications Analytics and Technology division in Dublin. The role involves developing impactful research and advising clients on strategies to enhance their communications through data and technology. Ideal candidates will have over 12 years of experience in communications metrics, a strong grasp of analytics, and exceptional leadership capabilities. This position offers competitive compensation and an inclusive work environment with hybrid flexibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr
