Sr Director Analyst, Venture Capital and Private Equity, Gartner Emerging Technologies and Invest (US Remote)

Overview

This role is for a Senior Director Analyst within the Business and Technology Insights (BTI) group, supporting the Global Invest Practice within the Emerging Technology research group.

The position serves as a strategic leader bridging technology innovation and capital markets for Venture Capital (VC) and Private Equity (PE) clients. The work focuses on Invest Strategy (not buy/sell/hold recommendations), delivering net new insights to evaluate emerging opportunities and identify mature markets poised for disruption.

Responsibilities

• Create innovative, thought-provoking, highly leveraged “must-have insights” content
• Develop new insights and thought leadership; deliver compelling, actionable approaches aligned to client needs
• Conduct in-depth analysis to identify root causes of client barriers or needs, and reframe thinking to advance strategy
• Establish and evolve insight positions across a team of analysts
• Provide provocative, independent insights to research leadership that can shape the research agenda
• Research, analyze, and predict market trends and shifts to provide actionable insights to clients and vendors
• Deliver actionable guidance aligned to designated content areas through virtual and face-to-face interactions
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior institutional investors, Venture Capital, and Private Equity partners, including representation at global market events and high-stakes client briefings
• Create and deliver high-value presentation materials for internal and external events, conferences, and client briefings
• Provide sales support as a “voice of the market” to help insights teams create content and drive client engagement
• Perform high-quality, timely peer review of content
• Build credibility as an industry expert representing insights, methodology, and strategy
• Participate in innovation, ideation, and research discussions; collaborate effectively with peers
• Identify research process improvements and/or develop new processes to enhance service delivery
• Mentor and coach more junior team members
• Maintain a client-centric approach by seeking frequent, ongoing engagement with Gartner insights and interactions

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Masters in Finance, Economics, Business/MBA, STEM, or PhD) preferred
• 12+ years of relevant experience in Venture Capital, Private Equity, Buy-Side Equity Research, or Strategic Consulting within technology markets
• Deep familiarity with private investment lifecycles, including valuation drivers, deal sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management across Venture Capital and Private Equity
• Proven track record in venture capital, private equity, or strategic advisory; ability to translate technical complexity and market signals into investment theses and risk/reward frameworks
• Strong proficiency in emerging technologies and mature market dynamics; ability to translate complex technology architectures and market shifts into actionable invest strategy
• Executive presence; ability to establish credibility with executives and stakeholders and engage buy-side partners, investment committees, and fund leaders
• Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high-quality deliverables
• Excellence in research and writing
• Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions
• Proficiency in analyzing and synthesizing data; ability to apply patterns and frameworks and defend conclusions to client challenges
• Strong communication skills; ability to explain complex concepts concisely and clearly
• Subject matter expertise; comfortable presenting at large and small speaking engagements
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within the subject area, including market interplay
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams in a multicultural, global environment
• Ability to navigate highly matrixed environments; learning agility
• Ability to represent research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% (where applicable)

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range estimate: $172,000 USD - $202,500 USD
• Participation in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan (specific opportunity provided by talent acquisition)
• Benefits include:
  • Generous PTO
  • 401k match up to $7,200 per year
  • Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
  • Additional market-leading benefit programs

Location

• Not specified

Equal Opportunity

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics. Accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable or limited in their ability to access career resources.