# Lead Analyst, People Analytics

**Company:** [Zocdoc](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/zocdoc)
**Location:** New York, NY
**Role:** Data Analytics
**Salary:** $145k – $170k/yr
**Experience:** 5+ years
**Skills:** SQL, Looker, Snowflake, Excel, Google Sheets, Workday, Generative AI, Claude, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, People Analytics
**Posted:** 2026-06-30

> Lead the People Analytics function at Zocdoc by building data foundations, scalable analytics products, dashboards, and AI-enabled insights across the employee lifecycle to drive better workforce decisions for HR and business leaders. Requires 5+ years in people analytics, Master's in I-O Psychology or related field, strong SQL and visualization skills, and experience with generative AI tools.

## Job Description

## Your day to day is…

- Execute and continuously improve our People data strategy and standards in partnership with HRBPs, Recruiting, and HRIS including metric definitions, data models, reporting standards, governance practices, and scalable self-service tools.
- Build People datasets, dashboards, and insight products across the employee lifecycle, including headcount, hiring, attrition, engagement, performance, internal mobility, compensation, workforce planning, and organizational design.
- Use Claude, generative AI, and other emerging tools to automate manual reporting, accelerate synthesis, identify workforce patterns, and improve how the People team works with data.
- Connect data workstreams across HRBP, Recruiting, People Operations, HRIS and other teams to create a more integrated view of our people, processes, risks, and opportunities.
- Partner with HRBPs, Recruiting and People leaders to identify meaningful workforce signals, pressure-test hypotheses, prepare leader-facing narratives, and translate data into practical next steps.
- Apply analysis, modeling, and predictive techniques to support workforce planning, retention, performance management, talent reviews, and organizational health.
- Improve People data quality, systems, integrations, privacy, compliance, and responsible AI practices in partnership with People Operations, Recruiting, and systems owners.
- Deliver clear presentations, visualizations, and written narratives that help leaders understand what is happening, why it matters, and what actions to consider.

## You’ll be successful in this role if you have…

- Meaningful 5+ years experience in people analytics or workforce data analysis experience, with demonstrated expertise in statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and ultimately insights
- Master’s degree in Industrial-Organizational Psychology or a related quantitative/social science field
- Strong technical skills, including SQL, Excel/Google Sheets/Workday reporting, and data visualization tools; experience with Looker and Snowflake is strongly preferred
- Experience building scalable analytics products, not just one-off reports or dashboards
- Demonstrated ability to use generative AI tools such as Claude to automate workflows, synthesize information, improve productivity, and create better user experiences for stakeholders
- Ability to distinguish between raw data, meaningful signal, and business insight — and to partner effectively with People stakeholders who bring the business context
- The mentality of an entrepreneur/owner and a strong bias to action
- Superb communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to turn complex analysis into clear narratives, implications, and recommendations
- Humility. You believe in treating all people with dignity and respect, regardless of title or tenure
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects independently while keeping cross-functional partners aligned

**Benefits**
- Flexible, hybrid work environment at our convenient Soho location
- Unlimited Vacation
- 100% paid employee health benefit options (including medical, dental, and vision)
- Commuter Benefits
- 401(k) with employer funded match
- Corporate wellness programs with Headspace and Peloton
- Sabbatical leave (for employees with 5+ years of service)
- Competitive paid parental leave and fertility/family planning reimbursement
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Catered lunch everyday along with beverages and snacks
- Employee Resource Groups and ZocClubs to promote shared community and belonging
- Great Place to Work Certified

Zocdoc is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Salary ranges are determined through alignment with market data. Base salary offered is determined by a number of factors including the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and skills. Certain positions are also eligible for variable pay and/or equity; your recruiter will discuss the full compensation package details.
NYC Base Salary Range $145,000—$170,000 USD

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