Principal People Analytics Leader — Workday Insights

Workday Talent Hub; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Equity programs

Commuter subsidy

Paid time off

Job summary

PTC seeks a seasoned Principal People Data Analytics Analyst in Boston to lead Workday-centered analytics and workforce insights. You will turn Workday data into strategic guidance for planning, talent, and organizational effectiveness, partnering with senior leaders to ensure trusted data and impactful storytelling.

The role emphasizes advanced SQL, data visualization, and collaboration across HR, Finance, and Tech. Attractive compensation and broad benefits accompany this hybrid opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; 8+ years in People Analytics or BI.
• Deep experience with Workday as a data source and analytics platform.
• Advanced SQL skills; strong statistical and modeling capabilities.
• Ability to translate data into executive dashboards and strategic insights.
• Experience explaining complex findings to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead Workday-based analytics initiatives and enterprise dashboards.
• Ensure data governance, definitions, and trusted data foundations.
• Develop predictive analytics for workforce planning and retention.
• Partner with HR, Finance, and leadership to translate insights into decisions.
• Mentor analysts and drive adoption of analytical standards.

Skills

Advanced SQL

Statistical analysis

Executive storytelling

Data visualization

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Data Science/Related field

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Workday reporting technologies

Workday Report Writer

Visier

Tableau

Power BI

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Job description

PTC seeks a seasoned Principal People Data Analytics Analyst in Boston to lead Workday-centered analytics and workforce insights. You will turn Workday data into strategic guidance for planning, talent, and organizational effectiveness, partnering with senior leaders to ensure trusted data and impactful storytelling.

The role emphasizes advanced SQL, data visualization, and collaboration across HR, Finance, and Tech. Attractive compensation and broad benefits accompany this hybrid opportunity.