Analyst Relations Director

At Skillsoft, we propel organizations and people to grow together through transformative learning experiences. We believe every team member has the potential to be AMAZING. Join us in our quest to transform learning and help individuals unleash their edge.

As Analyst Relations Director at Skillsoft, you will lead the strategy and execution of programs that shape analyst perception and ensure Skillsoft is top-of-mind in the industry. This is a highly visible, strategic role that bridges external analyst relationships and internal stakeholders to elevate the company’s reputation, market positioning, and product narratives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Relationship Management – Build, strengthen, and maintain trusted relationships with key industry analysts, acting as their primary point of contact
• Thought Leadership Amplification – Deliver compelling company narratives through briefings, inquiries, and analyst engagements that drive positive, influential coverage
• Analyst Engagement Planning – Plan and execute analyst days, events, webinars, and 1:1 engagement to increase visibility into Skillsoft’s innovation and vision.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work across product, marketing, communications, and executive leadership to align messaging and coordinate analyst interactions.
• Content Development & Messaging – Tailor briefing materials, messaging frameworks, and spokesperson preparation for analyst-facing content.
• Monitoring & Reporting – Track, synthesize, and share relevant analyst research, coverage, and social commentary with internal stakeholders to inform positioning and GTM strategy.
• Rapid Response & Influence – Manage inbound analyst inquiries and RFPs with speed and precision, coordinating internal resources and delivering high-quality responses.
• Insight & Strategy Development – Leverage analyst feedback to provide strategic guidance to product, marketing, and executive teams on trends, perception gaps, and opportunities
• Influence on Market Perception & MQ/Wave Outcomes - Drive efforts to shape Skillsoft’s positioning in key analyst evaluations, ensuring alignment between analyst criteria and company capabilities.
• Competitive Intelligence Gathering - Identify and share competitive insights gathered through analyst discussions and research to inform go-to-market and product strategies
• Executive Advisory Role - Advise executive leadership on analyst engagement strategy and influence plan aligned to company priorities and market movements.”
• Integration with Influencer Relations & PR - Collaborate with PR, social media, and influencer marketing teams to amplify analyst content and insights across owned and earned channels.
• Content Amplification & Reuse - Ensure analyst endorsements and assets are integrated into marketing campaigns, sales materials, and web content to drive influence across the buyer journey.
• Metrics & KPIs for AR Program Success - Track program KPIs such as share of voice, report inclusion, analyst sentiment, and MQ/Wave progress to measure influence and continuously optimize efforts.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in analyst relations, corporate communications, product marketing, or related fields
• Deep knowledge of enterprise software, SaaS, learning and development, or adjacent tech industries
• Experience working with major analyst firms (e.g., Gartner, IDC, Forrester); former analyst experience required
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence and advise senior executives
• Highly organized, resourceful, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical mindset and strategic thinking to translate analyst insights into actionable business intelligence
• Proven track record of building relationships and managing high-impact analyst programs
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, or a related field

MORE ABOUT SKILLSOFT:

Skillsoft delivers online learning, training, and talent solutions to help organizations unleash their edge. Leveraging immersive, engaging content, Skillsoft enables organizations to unlock the potential in their best assets – their people – and build teams with the skills they need for success. Empowering 36 million learners and counting, Skillsoft democratizes learning through an intelligent learning experience and a customized, learner-centric approach to skills development with resources for Leadership Development, Business Skills, Technology & Development, Digital Transformation, and Compliance.

Skillsoft is partner to thousands of leading global organizations, including many Fortune 500 companies. The company features three award-winning systems that support learning, performance and success: Skillsoft learning content, the Percipio intelligent learning experience platform, which offers measurable impact across the entire employee lifecycle. Learn more at www.skillsoft.com.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about us. If this opportunity intrigues you, we would love for you to apply!

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