Director, People Analytics and Workforce Intelligence

Lyra Health

3d • $189,000 - $231,000

About The Position

The Director of People Analytics and Workforce Intelligence will lead Lyra Health’s global workforce intelligence strategy, transforming complex talent and organizational data into actionable business outcomes. Reporting to the Senior Director, People Solutions, this leader will bridge HR, artificial intelligence, and enterprise analytics and architect scalable solutions that help executives and managers make data-driven decisions. The role will develop proactive tools that move the organization from reactive reporting toward predictive talent interventions.

The position can be based in Lyra’s Madison, Wisconsin office or performed fully remotely. Remote candidates must be physically located in the United States.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in Analytics, Business Intelligence, or Workforce Data Science.
• Demonstrated experience building or deploying AI/ML models, such as predictive models, NLP for sentiment analysis, or LLM integrations, that turn raw data into user-friendly organizational tools.
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python or R.
• Experience with enterprise HR systems such as Workday or SuccessFactors.
• Demonstrated experience implementing a data warehouse connected to a BI visualization platform such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.
• Exceptional narrative and storytelling ability, including the ability to translate complex statistical models into clear, high-impact strategies for executive stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Business Analytics, or a related quantitative field.
• Remote candidates must be physically located within the United States.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global People Analytics roadmap, aligning workforce insights with business strategy and growth goals.
• Lead the design, development, and deployment of AI-driven analytics tools, internal dashboards, and predictive decision-support applications for leaders and managers.
• Develop predictive talent interventions, including flight-risk modeling, workforce planning, skill-gap forecasting, and analysis of performance drivers.
• Apply Generative AI frameworks across HR data ecosystems to automate insight generation, summarize employee sentiment, and streamline talent operations.
• Partner with IT, Enterprise Data, and Security teams on data governance, GDPR/CCPA privacy compliance, and ethical AI frameworks for employee data.
• Promote data democratization by training and enabling People Business Partners and business managers to self-serve actionable insights.
• Advise the People Leadership Team on data and translate analytical findings into compelling executive narratives.
• Design frameworks to measure the return on investment of People programs, culture initiatives, compensation strategies, retention plans, and talent acquisition pipeline efficiency.
• Benchmark internal metrics against industry standards and macroeconomic trends to anticipate workforce shifts.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life, and disability insurance.
• Coaching and therapy services through Lyra for Lyrians.
• Equity through discretionary restricted stock units.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and company holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with up to 3% matching.
• Monthly technology allowance.
• Well-being perks and activities, surprise swag, and regular community celebrations.
• The role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director