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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$240K - $360K *

Elevate product decisions by leading analytics and data strategies that enhance customer value across digital health and connected-device portfolios, ensuring data-driven insights inform product devel...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Engineer AI-driven data solutions by designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform business needs into effective machine learning applications and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$109K - $158K *

Shape the future of people analytics by delivering actionable insights and compelling narratives. Collaborate across teams to enhance HR strategies and drive organizational performance through data-dr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $160K *

Join a team driving digital analytics for eCommerce, creating data pipelines and actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional partners while leading a digital media analyst. Balance technica...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $140K *

Drive the development of predictive analytics models to enhance digital assessment operations, collaborating across teams to optimize decision-making and reduce costs while supporting strategic goals...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $132K *

Grow client success by leading cross-functional digital media strategies, leveraging data to optimize performance, and nurturing relationships with major clients to drive sustainable business impact a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $132K *

Pioneer cross-functional strategies that enhance digital marketing effectiveness for enterprise clients. Engage with senior stakeholders and drive insights-based decisions to optimize media impact bey...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $132K *

Drive enterprise-level digital strategies while managing client relationships and leading cross-functional teams to achieve optimal media outcomes and business impact...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic growth by acquiring and expanding relationships with large enterprise organizations, managing complex sales cycles, and engaging C-level executives to transform software delivery in th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading U.S. media strategy across consumer and healthcare audiences. Drive integrated planning, agency governance, and performance measurement to optimize media investments and...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $125K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on delivering actionable insights and analytics to drive client success. Utilize your expertise to lead projects, mentor analysts, and shape strat...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Lead the charge in delivering actionable insights through sophisticated analytics, partnering with planning teams to enhance client strategies. Mentor a team while driving continuous improvement and s...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of business analytics as you lead a dedicated team, driving impactful insights and fostering client relationships to enhance strategic initiatives and performance across integrated ma...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $130K *

Champion impactful analytics by developing insights that drive client success. Lead and mentor teams, improve processes, and ensure execution of strategic initiatives in a fast-paced environment, deli...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $130K *

Elevate analytics strategies and insights by leading a dedicated team, transforming complex data into actionable client narratives. Drive analytics initiatives to enhance marketing efforts while mento...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$116K - $146K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading Business Intelligence projects, overseeing data modeling, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance institutional performance and support strateg...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $115K *

Engage with stakeholders to drive data-informed strategies, leading analytical projects from discovery to delivery. Mentor junior analysts and implement best practices in data modeling and reporting t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Advance your career by driving new business growth across North America. Build strategic relationships with senior leaders in AI and technology, leading complex enterprise sales cycles and delivering...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $144K *

Transform incentive compensation processes through analytical expertise and collaboration. In this mid-level role, you'll manage compensation for Customer Experience, ensuring accuracy while developin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Analyze and optimize eCommerce performance by translating complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer journeys and drive strategic decisions that...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Lead and innovate as you build a data science team that transforms manufacturing and supply chain data into actionable insights, driving efficiency and strategic decision-making across the organizatio...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare analytics by building robust data models and dashboards. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to deliver actionable insights, ensuring data quality and clar...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Analyze digital audience behavior to drive engagement and growth. Partner with cross-functional teams to develop actionable insights and segmentation strategies, translating complex data into clear re...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $135K *

Lead the charge in shaping impactful narratives for top tech clients, driving integrated media strategies and fostering cross-functional collaboration to elevate brand visibility and engagement in a r...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $135K *

Shape the future of technology communications by leading integrated media strategies, advising C-suite executives, and crafting compelling narratives that resonate across diverse audiences in the tech...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.