Chief of Staff

IDC is seeking a highly strategic, execution-focused Chief of Staff to support the Chief Research and Data Officer. The Chief of Staff will serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Research and Data Officer, supporting the leadership teams across IDC's Research, and Data & Custom organizations. This role is designed to drive operational excellence, cross-functional alignment, and strategic execution across a global team of analysts and data professionals. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of analytical rigor, organizational savvy, and executive presence to help scale IDC's impact in the evolving AI and digital economy.

This is a hybrid role located in Needham, MA .  

Why IDC ?

IDC is the most respected global technology market research firm.  We are changing the way the world thinks about the impact of technology on business and society. Our people, data, and analytics create global technology insights that accelerate customer success.  IDC has been recognized for five consecutive years (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024) by the IIAR as the Analyst Firm of the Year which is one of the highest accolades for the technology market research industry.

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• Strategic Planning & Execution: Partner with senior leaders to define, track, and operationalize strategic priorities across research, product, and data initiatives.
• Executive Communications & Reporting: Prepare executive-level presentations, board updates, and internal communications that articulate progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as a central point of contact across Research, Data & Custom teams to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Operational Excellence: Lead rhythm-of-business activities including quarterly business reviews, operating cadences, and performance tracking.
• Special Projects: Lead the technology enablement of the Research, Data & Custom organizations. Align the product organization with the commercial organization to accelerate the mobilization of product ideas and go-to-market readiness.
• Team Enablement: Support talent development, onboarding, and internal communications to foster a high-performing, globally distributed team.

• 10+ years of experience in strategy, operations, or chief of staff roles within technology, research, or data-driven organizations.
• Proven ability to work with executive leadership and manage complex cross-functional initiatives.
• Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Experience in a global, matrixed environment is preferred.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a plus.
  Success Metrics:
• Seamless coordination across IDC's research portfolios.
• Accelerated execution of strategic initiatives.
• Enhanced visibility and alignment across global teams.
• A trusted advisor to the Chief Research and Data Officer and a catalyst for innovation and operational rigor.

IDC is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

At IDC, we are committed to fair and equitable pay practices. We pay our employees equitably for their work, commensurate with their individual skills and experience. Salary range and additional compensation, including discretionary bonuses and incentive pay, are determined by a rigorous review process. This process considers the experience, education, certifications, and skills required for the specific role, equity with similarly situated employees, as well as employer-verified US region-specific market data provided by an independent 3rd party partner. The expected total annual compensation, depending on location and experience, is between $200,000 and $300,000 and is inclusive of base salary and variable compensation (if applicable).