Director, People Analytics

Company: The New York Times
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world-renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report on the ground from nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world-class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for. About the Role We're looking for a hands-on Director of People Analytics to infuse your passion for complex people data into actionable insights that directly inform enterprise-wide HR and business strategies. You will lead the integration of workforce analytics—including recruitment funnel performance, workforce trends, employee listening strategies, and organizational design—into executive decision-making processes. You will help conduct root cause analyses and recommending targeted interventions. You will synthesize data across systems, connect people metrics to operational outcomes (e.g., job architecture initiative), and shape HR strategy to align with evolving business needs. Also, you will play an important role in the design and execution of HR analytics projects, process optimization and administrative effectiveness initiatives, helping identify inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement across HR workflow and delivery. You will develop a team focused on increasing automation, building data quality processes and dashboards. You will report to the Vice President, HR Process and People Analytics. Responsibilities: You will leverage Workday data and analytics modules, and other platforms, to strengthen workforce insights. You will provide proactive and actionable insights on workforce trends, employee engagement, risks, and opportunities using advanced analytics. You will support succession planning, job architecture alignment, compensation planning and organizational design through scenario modeling. You will partner with HR, Finance, Legal and Shared Services, Enterprise Tech to ensure data consistency, governance, accessibility and integration across systems. You will drive data literacy and cultivate a culture of curiosity, enabling the effective use of analytics in daily operations. You will enable HR teams with self-service analytics and reduce manual reporting through automation and scalable tools. You will model thought leadership on workforce analytics, staying current on trends, technologies, and best practices. You will manage a team effectively and in a collaborative manner, creating a positive work environment. Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world. Basic Qualifications: 8 years of experience in People Analytics, Workforce Planning, or HR Strategy roles 7 years of management experience, including leading cross-functional teams and project management. Expertise in Workday reporting and analytics; You have strong knowledge of HR processes (talent, culture, performance, retention) and ability to translate them into measurable outcomes. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership. You can operate independently, anticipate organizational needs, and manage change in a complex and nuanced environment. Demonstrated success in leading analytics initiatives in a global, matrixed environment. Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-impact outcomes under tight timelines. Strong analytical and modeling skills; experience with data visualization tools, such as Excel, SQL, Python, R, and visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau. Preferred Qualifications: You have familiarity with AI-enabled workforce analytics techniques An advanced degree in a related field 1 years of experience with additional HRIS systems, data visualization tools, and advanced analytics techniques REQ-019110 The annual base pay range for this role is between: $180,000 - $200,000 USD For roles in the U.S., dependent on your role, you may be eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s), a company-matching 401(k) plan, paid vacation, paid sick days, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs. For roles outside of the U.S., information on benefits will be provided during the interview process. The New York Times Company is committed to being the world’s best source of independent, reliable and quality journalism. 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