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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$100K - $125K *

Transform product performance through data-driven insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user adoption and business outcomes across digital finance platforms...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $171K *

Empower growth by optimizing consumer funnel performance. You will identify drop-off points, mobilize teams, and drive prioritized strategies to enhance conversion rates across various consumer engage...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Optimize cybersecurity initiatives by analyzing Splunk data, developing metrics, and creating reports that provide actionable insights for stakeholders. Collaborate with teams to enhance vulnerability...

Mechanicsburg, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity through data analysis. In this role, you'll leverage Splunk to transform vulnerability data into actionable insights, supporting critical decisi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving client success in oncology. As a key leader, you'll manage relationships, oversee project delivery, and foster growth across a diverse portfolio, ensuring high...

Philadelphia, PARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing client relationships and driving account growth within oncology, ensuring delivery excellence and strategic insights across publications and medical affairs programs while...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Champion client success by managing strategic accounts and executing capital projects. Drive revenue growth through relationship building and project oversight in industrial processing sectors, ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $130K *

Support the seamless adoption of AI products across teams by conducting in-depth research and creating clear, documented submission packages that facilitate informed decisions while adhering to govern...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize operational systems, drive growth, and enhance performance across departments. Collaborate with leadership to ensure strategic goals translate into measurable results a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $143K *

Champion data-driven strategies while partnering cross-functionally to enhance Revenue Growth Management capabilities. This role supports project initiatives, develops analytical tools, and drives ins...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$102K - $153K *

Transform the future of analytics by leading a high-performing team to modernize data solutions, enhance reporting standards, and drive strategic initiatives that influence key business decisions acro...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing complex datasets to drive decisions across a fast-scaling energy planning function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and operational effici...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$285K - $380K *

Elevate marketing effectiveness through data-driven insights and analytics. Partner with cross-functional teams to define core metrics, analyze customer retention, and develop a culture of experimenta...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $179K *

Join a team that's redefining digital marketing through data-driven strategies. Leverage audience insights and technology platforms to enhance media decisions and optimize client investments in data m...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $194K *

Lead operational excellence in media business operations, overseeing financials and team management across regions. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to drive efficiency and growth in advert...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Drive client success by managing key accounts in sports and media tech. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery, ensure renewals, and identify growth opportunities. Your expertise will shap...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $110K *

Join our dynamic Business Analytics team to drive client success through data-driven insights, strategic planning, and innovative solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to exceed business...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $205K *

Own and drive the collections and recoveries strategy for Canada, leading initiatives across the post-delinquency lifecycle while ensuring compliance with Canadian regulations and optimizing performan...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$106K - $170K *

Champion innovative media strategies and lead a dynamic team to execute impactful campaigns, aligning client goals with effective planning and performance analysis while fostering strong client relati...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$81K - $129K *

Elevate your career by leading media strategy and planning for diverse clients. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage multiple accounts, and mentor a talented team while ensuring alignment with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing key client accounts within the Life Sciences sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive account growth, ensure project success, and strengthen client relation...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $238K *

Grow your career with a leadership role that drives analytics strategy, manages a dynamic team, and delivers actionable insights across diverse business lines to enhance operational excellence and cli...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading data strategy and insights across the organization. Collaborate with teams to enhance data capabilities, drive decision-making, and support impactful initiatives that conne...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$208K - $238K *

Transform your career by leading the Media Analytics function, driving innovation and operational excellence through data insights, strategy development, and team mentorship to achieve measurable busi...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$178K - $294K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering and analytics. Lead strategy, architecture, and execution of scalable data solutions while mentoring professionals and driving business outcomes through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.