Director - HR Data and Analytics

SoTalent; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 143,320 - 273,930; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR analytics firm is seeking a Director - HR Data and Analytics to lead a team in enhancing HR information and analytics capabilities. The role involves overseeing HR data initiatives and aligning them with organizational goals. The ideal candidate boasts extensive experience in data analytics, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in business intelligence tools. This position is hybrid with a salary range of $143,320 – $273,930 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in data analytics or HR-related functions.
• Experience leading teams in delivering analytics solutions.
• Minimum of 3 years in a leadership or management role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute team strategies.
• Oversee the team's performance and career development.
• Deliver HR data analytics and business intelligence outputs.
• Collaborate with IT for data capability advancements.

Skills

Team management and coaching

Business intelligence tools (Tableau, SQL)

Facilitation and presentation skills

HR data governance

Translating data into insights

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline

Advanced degree in analytics or related

Tools

Tableau

SQL

QlikView

BusinessObjects

Hadoop

Snowflake

Job description

Director - HR Data and Analytics

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, in-office 4 days/week

Locations: San Antonio, TX | Charlotte, NC

Relocation Assistance: Not provided

Our clients mission is to help members achieve financial stability through competitive products, trusted guidance, and exceptional service. We strive to be the top choice for military members and their families.

Their workplace culture is built on honesty, integrity, loyalty, and service, guiding how we interact with colleagues and members alike. Join us to contribute to meaningful work and be part of a team that makes a difference.

Role Overview

They are seeking a strategic HR leader with expertise in data analytics to guide our HR information and analytics capabilities while managing a team of 10. This position serves as a bridge between HR, IT, and business units, ensuring HR data initiatives are aligned with organizational priorities.

You will leverage your experience in HR data architecture, data modeling, and business intelligence to design scalable solutions, deliver actionable insights, and support data-driven decision-making across the enterprise. The ideal candidate is a results-oriented leader who thrives in developing high-performing teams, improving business intelligence processes, and advancing HR technology capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute team strategies aligned with departmental and enterprise objectives
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and manage the team’s execution and reputation
• Oversee team performance, coaching, career development, and talent progression
• Ensure delivery of high-quality HR data analytics, dashboards, and business intelligence outputs
• Maintain regulatory, risk, and compliance standards within team operations
• Research and integrate industry trends and best practices into HR analytics and business intelligence solutions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on HR data and decision support solutions
• Guide prioritization, resource allocation, and problem-solving within the team
• Collaborate with IT to advance enterprise HR information capabilities and optimize legacy systems
• Provide thought leadership in information management, governance, and architecture decisions
• Identify, monitor, and manage business risks in compliance with organizational policies

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative discipline (Economics, Finance, Statistics, Math, Data Science, or related) OR equivalent professional experience in analytics or quantitative fields
• 8+ years of experience in data analytics, technical, or HR-related functions
• OR Advanced degree with 6+ years of relevant experience
• Minimum 3 years of direct leadership or management experience

Skills & Expertise:

• Proven ability to manage and coach teams delivering business intelligence and analytics solutions
• Advanced knowledge of BI tools and platforms (Tableau, QlikView, BusinessObjects, Snowflake, Hadoop, SQL, etc.)
• Strong facilitation, collaboration, and executive-level presentation skills
• Expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management, and HR data governance
• Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and intuitive storytelling

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading HR analytics teams and creating dashboards/visualizations to support decision-making
• Familiarity with HR technology systems (HRIS) and HR data architecture
• Understanding of data modeling and architecture principles applied to HR and people analytics
• Strong leadership skills including coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Knowledge of business architecture principles and the ability to align HR technology solutions with organizational strategy
• Salary Range: $143,320 – $273,930 (varies by experience, skills, and location)
• Pay incentives may be awarded based on individual and corporate performance

Note: This company does not provide visa sponsorship for this role.