Analytics Director Jobs

Discover Analytics Director jobs that match your leadership experience and career goals. Analytics Directors turn complex data into practical business decisions, guiding analytics strategy, developing high-performing teams, and helping organizations measure what matters. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does an Analytics Director Do?

Analytics Directors set the direction for how an organization collects, analyzes, and uses data. They partner with executives and department leaders to identify business questions, prioritize analytical work, and translate findings into recommendations. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee business intelligence, data analytics, marketing analytics, product analytics, or reporting functions.

Common Responsibilities

  • Define analytics strategy, priorities, and performance measures.
  • Lead, mentor, and grow teams of analysts, data scientists, and business intelligence professionals.
  • Present clear, actionable insights to senior leaders and cross-functional partners.
  • Improve data quality, reporting processes, and analytical tools.
  • Collaborate with teams across finance, product, marketing, operations, and technology.
  • Ensure analytics work supports business objectives and responsible data practices.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a combination of analytical expertise, business judgment, and people leadership. Relevant qualifications may include experience with data analysis and visualization, statistical methods, business intelligence platforms, and data management. Strong communication, stakeholder management, strategic planning, and the ability to explain complex findings to nontechnical audiences are also valuable. Requirements vary by company, industry, and team scope.

Explore Analytics Director Opportunities

Find Analytics Director openings across industries and compare roles by responsibilities, location, and compensation. Browse vetted $100K+ professional jobs on Ladders to identify opportunities where you can shape data strategy and make a measurable impact.

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$105K - $171K *

Lead the charge in optimizing analytics strategies to drive business growth, leveraging data insights to enhance customer experiences and inform strategic initiatives across a dynamic, fast-paced envi...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful analytics and technical support, ensuring data-driven decision-making and operational excellence for enterprise customers through effective reporting and system...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$136K - $198K *

Champion analytics excellence by guiding clients and teams, leveraging deep expertise in Adobe Analytics to drive strategic decisions and enhance measurement practices in a fast-paced environment...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading analytics initiatives—crafting measurement frameworks, overseeing implementation, and mentoring a junior specialist to enhance client performance through data-driven decisi...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Optimize analytics strategies by leading a team to deliver insights, drive testing initiatives, and enhance client engagement through effective measurement frameworks and mentorship, ensuring impactfu...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $160K *

Transform data into actionable insights by owning the analytics pipeline from ingestion to visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create trusted models and metrics that empower deci...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$118K - $139K *

Drive analytic excellence as you lead insights for the Food and Beverage vertical, collaborating with Sales teams to enhance partner performance and deliver impactful narratives through data manipulat...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading conversion optimization strategies for DTC brands. Utilize data analytics and behavioral science to drive revenue through testing, insights, and AI-driven personalizatio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive impactful digital media strategies by leading insights and innovation. Collaborate with clients to optimize media investments, manage a talented team, and present actionable insights that enhanc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$330K - $500K+*

Optimize data models and pipelines for identity graph construction, ensuring accurate entity matching and resolution. Collaborate across teams to deliver actionable insights and maintain data quality...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in data analysis and psychometrics to drive innovative assessment solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance educational outcomes through advan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Transform the landscape of programmatic media sales by driving new business with mid-sized agencies. Leverage first-party data solutions to enhance marketing strategies and build lasting relationships...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to foster client relationships, drive strategic growth, and innovate solutions that enhance client success. Collaborate across functions to deliver impactful results and maintain i...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving new business growth by managing a full-cycle sales process, from discovery to signature, while leveraging AI tools to enhance outreach and pipeline management...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Create strategic account plans and drive revenue growth by leading expansion discussions and managing a diverse portfolio of commercial accounts, ensuring alignment and collaboration with cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $212K *

Drive growth through innovative demand generation strategies, leveraging data and analytics to enhance pipeline performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize marketing efforts and l...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$178K - $214K *

Pioneer data-driven growth by architecting a marketing analytics ecosystem, leveraging advanced data science and AI to enhance strategy execution and optimize performance across the marketing funnel w...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead client relationships and drive strategic growth while ensuring high-quality delivery. Collaborate across teams to align marketing efforts with client objectives and mentor account strategists for...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Innovate data-driven strategies to enhance customer success through performance tracking, attribution modeling, and actionable insights, ensuring optimal engagement and retention across digital touchp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving analytics and AI solutions for clients, managing a $10M+ portfolio. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities, build value stories, and achieve aggressive sale...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$162K - $214K *

Elevate analytics standards by leading rigorous data practices, ensuring quality, and guiding diverse teams to provide actionable insights. Collaborate with executives and present findings to influenc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $160K *

Transform HR data analytics by leveraging advanced Excel and Power BI skills. Drive reporting automation and process optimization to enhance efficiency and accuracy in a remote, project-based environm...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Analyze and optimize system performance in real-time event-driven environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance suspension logic and reporting, ensuring reliability and efficiency a...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by owning executive-level client relationships, driving integrated strategies, and leading action-oriented touchpoints that translate insights into measurable outcomes while championi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Analytics Director do?question toggle

    An Analytics Director leads an organization’s analytics strategy and team. The role typically involves prioritizing business questions, overseeing analysis and reporting, and translating data into recommendations for decision-makers.

  • What qualifications are common for Analytics Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial experience in analytics, business intelligence, or a related field, along with leadership and stakeholder-management skills. Specific education, technical tools, and years of experience vary by employer.

  • What skills are important for an Analytics Director?question toggle

    Strategic thinking, team leadership, data analysis, communication, and the ability to connect insights to business outcomes are central. Familiarity with analytics and visualization tools may also be important, depending on the role.

  • How much do Analytics Directors earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as industry, location, company size, and responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for current compensation details.

  • Where can I find Analytics Director jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Analytics Director openings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities and review role details, including location and compensation when provided.