Saatchi & Saatchi

Senior Vice President, Data Science and Analytics

Saatchi & Saatchi$176K — $260K *
Finance & Insurance
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in data science and analytics.
  • Expert level understanding of multiple data science, analytics, data management and customer data platform tools.
  • Strong history in product development from conceptual ideation to commercial launch.
  • Deep knowledge of advertising, marketing, and strategic brand management in a digital context.
  • Experience with clear, effective presentations to clients and groups.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative agency environment.

Responsibilities

  • Drive data strategy and execution for a global client, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Collaborate with senior clients to develop comprehensive digital transformation strategies and detailed data roadmaps.
  • Build and manage cross-functional data teams, ensuring effective communication between technical and non-technical teams.
  • Integrate domain-specific insights for data-driven solutions that enhance product offerings.
  • Optimize business performance through statistical analysis, predictive modeling, and A/B testing.
  • Mentor and coach junior data professionals, fostering their growth and technical development.
  • Develop cohesive strategies with global teams to elevate data capabilities across regions.

Benefits

  • Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more.
  • Monetary assistance for Adoption, Surrogacy, and Fertility.
  • Employee Assistance Programs and wellness reimbursements.
  • Tuition Assistance for continual learning.
  • Flexible time off including sick days, volunteer days, and identity days.
  • Work Your World Program allowing remote work from any Publicis office for 6 weeks a year.
  • Business Resource Groups supporting various employee affinities.
Full Job Description
Overview

  • The SVP, Data Science will be responsible for driving data strategy and execution for a global client.
  • This is a senior leadership role on the Razorfish data team, responsible for understanding and outlining a roadmap for best-in-class data strategy based on a strong foundation of analytics and modeling, as well as partnering with teams across Publicis Groupe to bring data capabilities to internal and client teams.
  • Candidates should have extensive experience across analytical tools, and expertise with performance reporting across major customer journey touchpoints (e.g., media, CRM, site, etc.).
  • Candidates should also have a proven track record of client engagement experience, i.e., have experience socializing complex technical ideas and products to multiple stakeholders across various industries.
  • Lastly, candidates should also have extensive knowledge of the financial services industry, particularly as it relates to connecting disparate data sources, and the regulatory considerations for data collection and activation.
  • This role reports to the Chief Data and Analytics Officer at Razorfish and will be part of the Razorfish data leadership team.
  • Detailed role requirements are below.

Responsibilities

  • The ideal candidate is a dynamic leader and highly skilled communicator with a proven track record of collaborating with senior clients (including CMOs, CTOs, and CEOs) to craft comprehensive digital transformation strategies and detailed data roadmaps. Adept at integrating domain-specific insights in industries including financial services, automotive, consumer packaged goods (CPG), and others. Skilled in translating business requirements into actionable data initiatives that drive measurable business outcomes.
  • 15+ years of leadership experience in building and managing cross-functional data teams, including data analysts, data scientists, data engineers, data instrumentation, and other roles. Demonstrated success in establishing collaboration across technical and non-technical teams, ensuring alignment between data strategy and overarching business goals.
  • 15+ years of leadership experience as a data lead in working alongside diverse teams such as business strategy, software development, UX/UI design, and creative teams-to deliver holistic data-driven solutions that enhance product offerings and align with business strategy. Proven ability to interface between technical and business stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of data solutions into product roadmaps.
  • Expertise in utilizing advanced data solutions to improve business performance, including statistical analysis, A/B testing, predictive modeling, and causal inference. Proven success in leveraging experimentations and test-and-learn methodologies to optimize marketing strategies, product features, and operational efficiencies.
  • Experience working with global teams and developing cohesive strategies to elevate data capabilities across regions.
  • Extensive experience mentoring and coaching junior and mid-level data scientists and analysts, helping them develop their technical skills, adopt industry best practices, and grow into leadership roles.
  • Deeply knowledgeable about the marketing industry, data science validation techniques, data strategy best practices, and promoting a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the data team.

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience in data science and analytics.
  • Expert level understanding of multiple data science, analytics, data management and customer data platform tools.
  • Strong understanding of and history developing product from conceptual ideation to commercial launch.
  • An expert level grasp of advertising, marketing and strategic brand management and how to best leverage these in a digital environment.
  • Experience presenting in front of groups, to clients, and via web conference in a clear and concise manner.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude and the ability to thrive in a collaborative agency environment with multi-disciplinary teams required.
  • The ability to successfully manage multiple internal and external initiatives / projects in a deadline-driven environment.

Additional information

The Power of One starts with our people! To do powerful things, we offer powerful resources. Our best-in-class wellness and benefits offerings include:
  • Paid Family Care for parents and caregivers for 12 weeks or more
  • Monetary assistance and support for Adoption, Surrogacy and Fertility
  • Monetary assistance and support for pet adoption
  • Employee Assistance Programs and Health/Wellness/Comfort reimbursements to help you invest in your future and work/life balance
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Paid time off that includes Flexible Time off Vacation, Annual Sick Days, Volunteer Days, Holiday and Identity days, and more
  • Matching Gifts programs
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • 'Work Your World' Program encouraging employees to work from anywhere Publicis Groupe has an office for up to 6 weeks a year (based upon eligibility)
  • Business Resource Groups that support multiple affinities and alliances

The benefits offerings listed are available to eligible U.S. Based employees, are reviewed on an annual basis, and are governed by the terms of the applicable plan documents.

Compensation Range: $176,700 - $260,793. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 6/30/26.

About Saatchi & Saatchi

Saatchi & Saatchi is a global advertising agency headquartered in New York City. The company was founded in London in 1970 by brothers Maurice and Charles Saatchi and is now part of the Publicis Groupe, a French multinational advertising and public relations company. Saatchi & Saatchi has over 6,000 employees in 114 countries and provides a range of advertising and marketing services to clients in various industries, including automotive, consumer goods, financial services, and telecommunications. The company is known for its creative and innovative advertising campaigns, including the iconic 'Nothing is Impossible' campaign for Toyota. Saatchi & Saatchi has won numerous awards for its work, including Cannes Lions, Clios, and Effies.
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