Director of People Analytics, Gong
$179-250k
AI OS for revenue teams
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AI OS for revenue teams
1001+ employees
Be an early applicant
$179-250k
1001+ employees
Company mission
To empower companies to unlock their full revenue potential.
Role
Who you are
- This role requires both strategic vision and operational execution — someone who can architect a trusted data ecosystem, deliver executive-level decision support, and build a high-performing analytics team that advances Gong’s analytics maturity from descriptive reporting to predictive insight
- 10+ years of experience in People Analytics, Workforce Planning, Data Strategy, or a related field, including 4+ years leading analytics teams
- Demonstrated success building or scaling a People Analytics function in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Strong technical fluency across HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday), ATS systems (e.g., Greenhouse), employee listening tools (e.g., CultureAmp, Glint, Qualtrics), and people analytics platforms (e.g., Visier, OneModel, Crunchr)
- Expertise in BI and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Looker, or Power BI
- Experience developing predictive workforce models and advancing analytics maturity
- Deep understanding of organizational health, engagement analytics, and talent metrics
- Strong knowledge of data governance, privacy, and HR data security frameworks
- Executive-level communication skills, with the ability to translate complex analyses into strategic decisions
- Proven ability to influence senior leaders and align analytics priorities with broader business strategy
- Experience with SQL, with the ability to troubleshoot complex workforce datasets and queries
- Strong statistical foundation, with experience applying predictive modeling techniques using Python, R, or equivalent analytical tools
What the job involves
- Gong is seeking a Director of People Analytics to build and lead a strategic, enterprise-grade analytics function that drives measurable business impact
- This leader will transform people data into actionable insights that improve retention, performance, workforce planning, and organizational health
- Lead the People Analytics function: Define and execute a multi-year vision and roadmap for People Analytics aligned to company strategy
- Own and evolve the people data ecosystem: Architect and scale a trusted, integrated people data foundation across systems such as Workday, Greenhouse, and CultureAmp
- Drive executive decision support: Provide clear, actionable insights to senior leadership and serve as a trusted thought partner on workforce strategy and long-term organizational design
- Advanced predictive workforce insights: Develop and deploy predictive statistical models that move the organization beyond descriptive reporting and evaluate and recommend tools, platforms, or build-vs-buy strategies to advance analytics maturity
- Elevate employee listening and organizational diagnostics: Lead Gong’s employee listening strategy, translating engagement and culture data into targeted actions that improve organizational health and leadership effectiveness
- Build and lead a high-performing team: Hire, develop, and mentor a team of analytics professionals
- Partner cross-functionally: Collaborate with Finance, Data, and Technology teams to align workforce metrics with enterprise reporting and financial planning
Our take
In the world of sales, relying on traditional methods like CRM notes for customer insights can be a time-consuming nightmare. Sales reps often spend hours sifting through data, yet crucial details get lost and decisions end up being based on guesswork. Recognizing this challenge, Gong founders saw the potential of AI to bridge the information gap.
Gong's innovative solution goes beyond simply recording customer interactions, it analyzes them as well. Gong identifies potential red flags and offers recommendations on the fly, helping reps navigate conversations toward successful closures.
With a proven track record and a global customer base that includes tech giants like LinkedIn, Slack, and Shopify, Gong is making its mark on the industry. The company is now focused on expanding its reach internationally and forging new partnerships, solidifying its position as a leader in AI-powered sales intelligence.
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Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Jun 2021
$250m
SERIES E
Aug 2020
$200m
SERIES D
Total funding: $586m
Company benefits
- Mental health support resources
- Flexible wellness fund
- Work from home stipend
- Generous vacation days
- Quarterly recharge company shutdowns
- Parental leave
- Employee equity
- Retirement savings
- Commuter & parking benefits
- Training & development programs
- Employee resource groups
- Mentorship opportunities
Company HQ
The East Cut, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Amit Bendov
(Co-Founder & CEO)Prior to co-founding Gong in 2015, Amit spent nearly 3 years as the CEO of SiSense and 5 years as CMO at Panaya.
Eilon Reshef
(Co-FOunder & CPO)Initially served as CTO at the company before transitioning into their current role. Co-founder and former VP of Webcollage (acquired by Answers in 2013).
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