Senior Manager, Transformation & People Insights

Job Description Summary

Job Description

While we prefer this role to be based in our St. Petersburg, FL office with a hybrid work arrangement, we are open to considering qualified candidates for a remote workstyle based on experience and alignment with business needs

Please note: This role is not eligible for Work Visa sponsorship, either currently or in the future

The Senior Manager, Transformation & People Insights leads advanced analytics and AI-enabled transformation for HR People Analytics. This role turns complex workforce data into clear, actionable insights through scalable analytics solutions, executive-ready visualizations and business intelligence products outside of Workday.

The role partners across People Analytics, HR Technology, HR Business Partners, Talent, Compensation, Finance and business leaders to identify high-value workforce questions and translate them into trusted analytics, dashboards, models and recommendations that improve decision-making and stakeholder experience.

The ideal candidate brings technical depth in Workday data, SQL, Python, statistical methods, AI-enabled analytics and visualization design, with the judgment to apply strong data governance, privacy, quality controls and responsible AI practices. The role manages 1 individual contributor and is accountable for communicating complex findings in simple, practical language for senior leaders and business stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

• Lead advanced analytics and AI-enabled transformation initiatives within People Analytics to improve insight generation, decision support, automation and stakeholder experience

• Own visualization standards and user experience for dashboards and business intelligence products that translate complex data into clear, actionable business narratives

• Lead the design, build and delivery of dashboards and insight products outside of Workday using business intelligence tools such as Qlik, ThoughtSpot or similar platforms

• Manage 1 individual contributor responsible for analytics, visualization, dashboard development or insight product support

• Partner with HR and business stakeholders to define workforce questions, prioritize analytics needs and translate findings into practical recommendations

• Apply advanced analytics methods, statistical theory, research design and measurement modeling to evaluate workforce trends, business outcomes, risks and opportunities

• Use SQL, Python and related analytical tools to extract, transform, analyze and model data from Workday and other enterprise data sources

• Develop predictive, diagnostic and descriptive analytics that support strategic workforce planning, talent strategy, organizational effectiveness and HR transformation

• Partner with Workday reporting, HR Technology and data governance teams to ensure analytics solutions use trusted data, clear definitions, appropriate access controls and privacy safeguards

• Communicate analytical findings, methods, assumptions and recommendations in clear, practical language for senior leaders and business stakeholders

• Provide coaching, prioritization guidance and development support to the individual contributor aligned to the role

Technical Skills:

• Solid understanding of Workday HCM data, reporting structures, business objects and HR data dependencies

• Advanced SQL experience, including querying, joining, transforming and validating complex datasets

• Python experience for data analysis, automation, modeling or advanced analytics use cases

• Experience with business intelligence and visualization tools outside of Workday, such as Qlik, ThoughtSpot, Tableau, Power BI, Visier or similar platforms

• Strong background in statistical theory, research methodology, measurement modeling and advanced analytics methods

• Ability to design executive dashboards, self-service analytics tools and insight products that convert complex data into clear actions and business narratives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of HR data, workforce analytics, people strategy and business intelligence

• Ability to connect advanced analytics and AI opportunities to business priorities and translate data into practical recommendations

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage complexity and ambiguity

• Strong visualization design capability, including dashboard layout, user experience, metric storytelling and executive-level insight delivery outside of Workday

• Ability to apply research discipline, statistical rigor and measurement design to workforce questions

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain AI, analytics and technical concepts in simple business language

• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, build trusted partnerships and drive adoption of analytics products

• Strong planning and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple analytics initiatives in a dynamic environment

• Ability to coach and develop talent while setting clear expectations for delivery, quality and stakeholder impact

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Psychology, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field

• Advanced degree preferred in a quantitative, research, analytics or business discipline

• 10 to 15 years of general experience in analytics, business intelligence, data science, HR analytics, workforce analytics, transformation or related disciplines preferred

• 3 to 6 years of managerial or people leadership experience preferred, including direct or matrixed leadership of analytics resources

• Experience leading advanced analytics, AI-enabled transformation, visualization roadmap development or insight product delivery preferred

• Experience working with Workday data and HR systems required

• Experience using SQL, Python, BI platforms and advanced analytics methods required

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The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. This position is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision; life insurance; critical illness insurance and accident insurance; disability benefits; retirement savings; paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave); and parental leave.  Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary based on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com.

At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. 
We expect our associates at all levels to:
•  Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
•  Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
•  Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
•  Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
•  Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm

At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates.  When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.