Lead Research Analyst, Data and Analytics

Description

Wanted: dynamic and creative individuals ready to connect with a like-minded team. You’ll enjoy all the autonomy you need to help our clients make their digital infrastructure faster and more effective. Free reign for free spirits doesn’t mean you’ve got to go it alone. Over 1400 teammates from around the globe are eager to help you out when things get down to wire. Their expertise will put you on the winning path and keep you there.

Position Overview

ISG Research is seeking a manager level Lead Research Analyst to own its Data and Analytics expertise area. The Lead Research Analyst, Data and Analytics will lead research and market-facing activities across AI and data platforms, data management, data governance and DataOps, streaming and event technologies, and analytics. This role brings an authoritative point of view to the market and helps enterprises build trusted, modern and effective data-driven capabilities.

The lead research analyst will shape the Data and Analytics research agenda, contribute to ISG Research products and client engagements, and work closely with product, marketing, revenue and client success teams. Success is measured through client engagement, market expertise, revenue contribution and the quality and timeliness of research deliverables.

This position reports to the Executive Director, Software Research.

Research Team & Collaboration

The successful candidate will be part of the ISG Research software analyst team and collaborate across complementary technology practices.

Peer practice areas include

• Enterprise AI and data - AI strategy and governance, AI-infused software, data and information
• architectures, planning and analytics.
• Office of Finance - integrated business planning and AI for business.
• Human Capital Management - HCM strategy, employee experience, talent management and development, payroll, compensation and workforce management.
• IT and Technologies - cloud and infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, AppDev, DevOps, automation and IT operations.
• Customer Experience - contact center modernization, customer journeys, field service and self-service.
• Office of Revenue - CRM and RevOps, revenue intelligence and AI.

Responsibilities

• Set and execute the research agenda for data and analytics markets, technology providers and buyer priorities.
• Develop primary research, analyst perspectives, market perspectives, benchmark research, dynamic insights and value index content that delivers clear, evidence-based guidance.
• Provide thought leadership on data and AI platforms, data management, governance, DataOps, streaming, events and analytics.
• Guide enterprise buyers in understanding data and analytics markets and selecting vendors, platforms and services that meet their requirements.
• Build and maintain trusted working relationships with software providers across product, marketing and sales organizations.
• Partner with analyst peers and product, marketing, revenue, account and client success teams tomaximize the value of ISG Research offerings.
• Support client inquiries, briefings, speaking engagements and advisory activities; contribute to client retention and revenue growth.
• Manage research and client-delivery workflows so commitments are high quality, on schedule and aligned to client needs.
• Participate in analyst leadership and team meetings to advance innovation, operational improvement and client satisfaction.

Required Skillsets

• Experience as an industry analyst, data and analytics technology practitioner, consultant, or product marketing/product management leader at a recognized technology provider.
• Deep, current knowledge of data and analytics technology markets, architectures, operating models and enterprise buyer requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to form and communicate a well-developed, independent point of view.
• Experience advising executives on data and analytics strategy, architecture, governance, planning and vendor or platform evaluation.
• Strong written, presentation, communication and collaboration skills with industry leaders and clients.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently in a remote environment and consistently deliver high-quality results.

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, computer science or a related discipline; advanced education is welcome.

At ISG, we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our clients, and our communities. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. ISG is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The more diverse and inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

The duties and responsibilities described in this job description may not be a comprehensive list. Additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time and/or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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