Head of People Analytics & Innovation

About This Role

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Head of People Analytics & Innovation in United Arab Emirates . This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for building a people analytics and innovation function from the ground up within a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. You will define the vision for how people data is used to drive strategic HR and business decisions across the organization. Acting as both strategist and hands-on builder, you will design AI-powered tools, predictive models, and advanced analytics solutions that shape workforce planning, engagement, and employee experience.

You will partner closely with senior HR and business leaders to translate complex data into clear, actionable insights that influence executive decisions.

The role combines technical depth in data science with strong business acumen and storytelling ability.

You will also establish scalable data infrastructure, governance, and self-service analytics capabilities.

In addition, you will hire and lead a small, high-performing team while staying actively involved in building solutions yourself.

This position is ideal for someone who thrives in innovation-driven, high-ownership environments and enjoys turning ambiguity into structured, data-driven impact.

Accountabilities

• Define and lead the end-to-end people analytics and innovation strategy, aligning it with HR and business priorities while building a roadmap of high-impact initiatives
• Design, develop, and deploy AI-powered tools, automation solutions, and analytics applications using Python, SQL, and modern ML/LLM technologies
• Build predictive and prescriptive models for workforce planning, retention, engagement, mobility, and employee experience
• Create executive-level dashboards, reports, and data visualizations that deliver clear, actionable insights for senior leadership
• Lead enterprise survey and feedback programs, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data to generate strategic recommendations
• Partner with HR and cross-functional stakeholders to identify key analytical needs and deliver data-driven solutions
• Translate complex analytical outputs into compelling narratives and presentations for executive audiences
• Establish scalable data infrastructure, governance frameworks, and self-service analytics capabilities
• Collaborate with Privacy, Legal, Compliance, and Data Engineering teams to ensure responsible and secure data usage
• Build, hire, and mentor a small analytics team while fostering a culture of experimentation and innovation

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in people analytics, workforce analytics, HR data science, or related quantitative fields
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing analytics teams, including hiring and talent development
• Strong hands-on expertise in Python and SQL, including statistical modeling and production-level development
• Proven experience building AI/ML solutions, automation tools, or data products end-to-end
• Experience with modern AI frameworks, including LLMs, GenAI APIs, NLP, or agent-based architectures
• Ability to design and execute enterprise survey programs and translate qualitative data into actionable insights
• Strong data storytelling and executive communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex analyses
• Experience working with HRIS platforms (such as Workday) and BI tools (such as Tableau, Looker, or Snowflake)
• Demonstrated ability to operate as both a strategic leader and hands-on technical contributor
• Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Psychology, or Computer Science (advanced degree preferred)

Benefits

• Bonus and equity opportunities
• Comprehensive healthcare and wellness benefits
• Remote-friendly and flexible work arrangements
• Programs supporting mental, physical, and lifestyle well-being
• Exposure to high-impact, enterprise-level strategic initiatives
• Opportunities for career growth in a fast-scaling, innovation-focused environment

How Jobgether Works We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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