Talent Intelligence Analyst

Gather, analyze, and synthesize external talent market data to inform recruiting strategy, workforce planning, and competitive talent intelligence. Develop talent market reports, competitive compensation benchmarks, and talent availability analyses for critical roles and geographies. Partner with talent acquisition, HR business partners, and business leaders to translate talent intelligence into actionable hiring and retention strategies.

Median salary: $105,000. Projected growth to 2033: 15% (faster than average) - driven by talent scarcity and data-driven recruiting. Typical education: Bachelor's Degree.

At a glance

Median salary: $105,000
Entry-level: $68,000 - $85,000
Senior: $155,000+
Growth by 2033: 15% (faster than average) - driven by talent scarcity and data-driven recruiting
Demand: Growing Fast
Remote: Mostly Remote
Hours per week: 40-50 hours/week
Stress: Low

What you'd do

People interaction: Moderate
Team vs solo: 45% Team / 55% Solo
Client facing: Sometimes
Impact visibility: Low

How to get there

Minimum education: Bachelor's Degree
Licensing: No
Years to mid-career: 2-4 years
Years to senior: 5-8 years
Career switching: Hard
Typical student debt: $25,000 - $50,000

Skills you'll use

Hard skills

Talent Market Intelligence Platforms (LinkedIn Talent Insights / Lightcast / Burning Glass)
Competitive Talent Mapping
Compensation Benchmarking & Survey Analysis
Talent Supply & Demand Analysis
Workforce Trend Research
Data Visualization for Talent Insights

Soft skills

Analytical Thinking
Data Storytelling
Written Communication
Research Skills
Stakeholder Engagement

Technical complexity: High

Typical career path