Sr Director, Analyst

Gartner Analysts are industry thought leaders who create must-have research, market predictions, and best practices for a broad range world‑leading organizations. As Senior Director in the Business and Technology Insights division, the candidate will create actionable insights for executive leaders in technology firms and services providers on the AI Platforms topic. They will be 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 actionable recommendations. What you will do Create innovative, thought‑provoking, and highly leveraged research on the topic of AI Platforms. (An AI Platform is a comprehensive software environment that provides tools, frameworks, and services for developing, deploying, and managing AI applications and models). Collaborate with peers to create comprehensive research on the broader AI technology stack. Develop new research specifically to assist technology and/or services providers succeed in their use of AI technologies in their products or services. 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. 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. What you will need Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. 12+ years of relevant field or industry experience, preferably in a technology or services provider, including recent experience in AI platforms. Demonstrable executive presence; ability to immediately establish credibility with executives and other stakeholders. Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high‑quality deliverables. Demonstrable excellence in research and writing ability. Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions. Proficiency in analyzing and synthesizing data; ability to effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges. Strong communications; ability to explain complex concepts concisely and simply. Subject matter expertise; ability to comfortably present at large and small‑scale speaking engagements Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within the AI platform area as well as the ecosystem and interactions 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 Ability to navigate highly matrixed environments Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels Willingness and ability to travel on occasion, if required. #Remote #LI-SK1 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 144,000 CAD - 164,000 CAD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within 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 paid time off policy, charity match program, and more. This posting is for a future vacancy. 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