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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$180K - $220K *

Transform business development by leading organic growth strategies, building relationships with UHNW families, and enhancing systems for scalable success across the firm. Collaborate with leadership...

Denver, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead compliance initiatives by managing BSA/AML and Sanctions programs, ensuring regulatory adherence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to design innovative, compliant products as the bu...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $189K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives to drive revenue growth in the Enterprise market. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer engagement and deliver value-driven solutions, while managing comp...

Minnesota, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $155K *

Lead and mentor a team of data engineers to design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and warehouses, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver key metrics and establish data strategy acr...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$68K - $94K *

Manage client relationships and contracts, ensuring alignment with technical standards. Foster cross-departmental collaboration and oversee service delivery, driving customer satisfaction and retentio...

British Columbia, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the architectural vision for scalable Identity Resolution platforms, driving innovation in enterprise applications and data processing. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure robust, high-p...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $140K *

Lead the charge in shaping retail media strategies, guiding brand partners through digital advertising landscapes while translating complex data into compelling narratives that drive executive-level d...

Washington, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$156K - $234K *

Lead the charge in shaping the strategy and roadmap for a cutting-edge Context Engine, driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance metadata and business context for AI and human analysts, ensuri...

San Diego, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $115K *

Transform federal human capital management by leveraging your HR expertise. Collaborate with a high-performing team to enhance service delivery and drive continuous improvement in HR processes and sys...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing complex enterprise accounts in the Greater China Region. Drive retention and growth while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer expe...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing client engagement strategies for pharmaceutical projects. Utilize your extensive industry experience to drive growth, manage relationships, and deliver impactful solution...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $220K *

Deliver innovative data pipelines for legal records, transforming unstructured data into actionable insights while supporting advanced AI workflows and data quality improvements for robust legal resea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful digital experiences by leading UX strategy and discovery. Collaborate with clients and teams to transform user needs into actionable design recommendations, ensuring high-quality outco...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$148K - $225K *

Join a team that's transforming revenue operations through AI-driven insights. You'll collaborate with senior leaders, architect workflows, and drive adoption to ensure measurable business outcomes ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $120K *

Champion user engagement by defining lifecycle journeys, optimizing HubSpot workflows, and driving retention strategies. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences and measure success throug...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading backend development for high-traffic APIs and microservices. Collaborate across teams to enhance system reliability, scalability, and performance while optimizing cloud cos...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $98K *

Transform client relationships by owning a portfolio of B2B accounts, driving growth through tailored solutions in FX and payments, and leveraging technology for impactful service delivery...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer experiences by architecting innovative AWS Connect solutions. Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to ensure successful deployments, driving best...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K *

Manage and enhance public health technology platforms, ensuring secure, reliable operations for local, state, and federal agencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize system performan...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $340K *

Partner with us to drive sales of innovative cybersecurity solutions, cultivating strong client relationships and exceeding quotas in the TOLA territory. Leverage your expertise to deliver impactful s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $106K *

Analyze and optimize Amazon DSP and paid search campaigns to drive results across Retail Media. Leverage data insights to enhance performance, ensuring KPI excellence while managing fast-paced, multif...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $226K *

Unlock potential by leading our Business Intelligence & Analytics team to modernize approaches, drive automation, and deliver impactful insights across various platforms, while fostering collaboration...

North Carolina, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$170K - $200K *

Elevate product delivery by leading complex automotive engagements, ensuring clarity and execution across the product lifecycle while integrating AI tools to enhance client capabilities and drive inno...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Empower brand advocacy and talent operations in the dynamic health sector. Lead influencer engagement and manage pivotal seeding initiatives, collaborating with agencies and clinicians to foster relat...

Myrtle Point, ORRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $170K *

Empower executive leadership with strategic financial insights to drive growth initiatives. Collaborate on M&A, pricing, and R&D investments while delivering actionable recommendations in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.