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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$160K - $200K *

Transform clinical development by leading and building a top-tier biometrics function. Leverage biostatistics expertise while overseeing a growing team to ensure data integrity and strategic alignment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by supporting critical security metrics and reporting initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, create visualizations, and deliver actionable insights t...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $135K *

Elevate insights and analytics to drive brand growth and consumer understanding. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform data into actionable strategies, shaping the future of a leading c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $100K *

Lead media planning and buying initiatives, optimizing strategies to enhance client campaigns and drive results. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and exceed clie...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $125K *

Shape the future of integrated marketing by leading innovative, cross-channel campaigns. Collaborate with clients and teams to develop data-driven strategies that engage audiences and drive results ac...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $125K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative, cross-channel media strategies that drive results for top-tier entertainment clients. Collaborate with teams to bridge strategy and creativity, ensuring impactf...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $124K *

Shape innovative advertising strategies by leveraging your sales expertise and deep understanding of the CPG landscape. Collaborate with clients to drive growth and deliver impactful solutions that en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead and inspire a diverse team of data scientists to drive product strategy, utilizing data insights to enhance offerings and influence cross-functional collaboration for impactful decision-making...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with data to deliver actionable insights that drive category growth and enhance client decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate shopper behavior into strategic recommendation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by leading a hands-on marketing team to develop and execute a robust outbound pipeline strategy, collaborating closely with Sales to drive measurable results and optimize conversion...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Champion the GMV success for top brand partners by fostering executive relationships, driving commercial strategies, and prioritizing growth opportunities. Engage in high-stakes negotiations and colla...

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

$175K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining communications design by leading innovative planning initiatives, ensuring excellence in client deliverables, and fostering collaboration across teams to drive impactful...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $215K *

Lead the charge in innovative communications design, ensuring excellence and strategic alignment across client projects. Drive best practices and collaboration to deliver impactful, culturally relevan...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$108K - $112K *

Unlock potential by analyzing product and customer data to drive data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define success metrics, build analytical frameworks, and enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower trial users by designing and optimizing a full-funnel marketing strategy that transforms free trials into active evaluations, driving customer conversion through data-driven insights and colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive trial conversion and activation strategies for a B2B SaaS portfolio, optimizing user engagement through data-driven marketing initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experien...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming trial users into loyal customers through data-driven marketing strategies. Optimize the trial lifecycle, enhance user engagement, and collaborate across teams to drive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $200K *

Lead the growth strategy for mobile games, driving player acquisition and retention through innovative monetization and creative strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize perform...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $165K *

Lead a dynamic team of actuaries and data scientists to innovate and deliver impactful machine learning solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to drive strategic objectives and enhance operational...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $165K *

Lead and inspire a team of actuaries and data scientists to deliver innovative machine learning solutions, driving strategic vision and collaboration with stakeholders to enhance analytical capabiliti...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $220K *

Shape the future by leading the Expert Functions Audit team, driving high-quality audits across Finance and Workplace. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance risk management and governance while e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $220K *

Lead the charge in enhancing audit effectiveness across Finance and Workplace functions. Collaborate with senior leaders to assess risks, manage audit projects, and empower your team to deliver high-q...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate our digital acquisition efforts by managing multi-million-dollar media investments, optimizing campaigns, and driving qualified leads. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance market...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive business growth through strategic account management, fostering relationships across industries to deliver innovative measurement solutions and exceed client expectati...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $115K *

Unlock insights at the intersection of media and data. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform complex data into actionable strategies for leading global brands, enhancing their media planning and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.