Sr Director, Analyst - Tech CEO Business and Strategy Advisor on AI Orchestration (Tech CEO Research Organization)

Gartner is an industry research and advisory organization that provides insights, market predictions, and best practices to leading organizations. The Senior Director will advise technology CEOs of small and midsize providers on growth strategies, market dynamics, technology innovation, and AI Orchestration. The role is responsible for producing research-driven insights, actionable frameworks, market analysis, presentations, and thought leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Create innovative, thought-provoking, and highly leveraged “must-have” insights focused on AI Orchestration market trends, growth strategies, and leadership practices for small and midsize providers
• Engage directly with Tech CEOs via virtual and in-person meetings, Gartner conferences, and industry events to address strategic challenges and provide tailored recommendations
• Develop actionable frameworks and best practices to help Tech CEOs accelerate decision-making and execution in areas such as the impact of AI Orchestration on their strategy, product innovation, and business growth
• Analyze and predict market shifts in AI Orchestration and competitive dynamics
• Deliver compelling presentations and thought leadership content for Gartner events, client briefings, and professional associations
• Collaborate with peers across Gartner’s Insights community to shape research agendas and share provocative ideas that influence the AI Orchestration market

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 12+ years of relevant experience or in AI Orchestration leadership roles (e.g., Tech CEO, or senior executive within a AI Orchestration provider). Experience working in small or mid-size technology providers
• Demonstrate executive presence; can immediately establish credibility with executives and additional stakeholders
• Strong organizational skills; ability to work under tight deadlines and produce high quality deliverables
• Demonstrate excellence in research and writing ability
• Strong written and verbal proficiency, analytical and presentation skills; ability to engage clients and respond effectively to questions
• Proficient in analyzing and synthesizing data; can effectively apply patterns and frameworks while drawing and defending conclusions to client challenges
• Strong communicator who is able to explain complex concepts concisely and simply
• Subject matter expert comfortable presenting at large and small-scale speaking engagements
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Deep knowledge of the global and competitive landscape within subject area as well as the interplay in that market
• Ability to work independently, while also being intrinsically motivated to collaborate across teams and support the workflow of others, in a multicultural global team
• Learning agile and adept with navigating highly matrixed environments
• Ability to represent Gartner's research methodology and strategies effectively at all levels
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% (where applicable)
• Graduate degree preferred