Director, Data Analytics Jobs

Discover Director, Data Analytics opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can explore vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of data analytics shape how organizations turn complex information into clear business decisions. They set analytics priorities, guide talented teams, and partner with leaders across the business to make data a strategic advantage.

What Does a Director of Data Analytics Do?

A Director of Data Analytics leads the people, processes, and platforms that support an organization’s analytical work. Responsibilities may include defining an analytics roadmap, overseeing reporting and advanced analysis, establishing data quality and governance practices, and translating findings into recommendations for executives. The role often connects business goals with data science, engineering, product, finance, marketing, or operations teams.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a blend of analytical expertise and leadership. Relevant strengths may include statistical analysis, business intelligence, data visualization, forecasting, experimentation, and proficiency with SQL or analytics platforms. Directors also need to communicate insights clearly, prioritize competing requests, build effective teams, and influence decisions across departments. Requirements vary by company, industry, and the scope of the role.

Career Opportunities in Data Analytics Leadership

Director-level analytics roles are available across industries that rely on data to understand customers, improve operations, manage risk, and plan for growth. Depending on the organization, the position may lead a centralized analytics function or focus on a particular business area. Explore listings to compare responsibilities, leadership scope, workplace arrangements, and compensation details.

Find Director, Data Analytics Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review current Director, Data Analytics openings and identify roles that match your leadership experience, technical background, and career goals.

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$240K - $330K *

Unlock potential by leading a global enablement team to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy that enhances sales effectiveness and drives revenue growth across all customer-facing roles...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive product growth through data analysis and experimentation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user adoption and engagement. Utilize statistical methods to illuminate user journe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Drive procurement excellence by optimizing vendor strategies, leveraging AI, and enhancing technology sourcing. Collaborate with leadership to shape a strategic roadmap that maximizes value and effici...

Toronto, ONRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$171K - $210K *

Lead the financial modeling and analysis for M&A, driving strategic growth through rigorous due diligence and post-merger tracking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial accounta...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$163K - $245K *

Join a team that's redefining GTM strategy and analytics by translating company goals into actionable plans, driving performance insights, and enhancing data governance for strategic decision-making a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $208K *

Join a team that's driving statistical leadership in clinical development. Lead biostatistical efforts for Phase I-IV trials, ensuring quality deliverables and collaboration across functions in a dyna...

Menlo Park, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and transparency in financial reporting. As a Senior Data Analyst, you'll collaborate across departments to organize data, draw insights, and suppor...

San Francisco, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by optimizing data pipelines, enhancing reporting systems, and collaborating with stakeholders. Drive insights and analytics to improve financial proce...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $216K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a diverse team focused on enhancing system reliability and availability through effective processes, project support, and proactive risk mitigation...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and build long-term accounts, all while...

Tacoma, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $175K *

Transform IT operations by establishing automated, self-service systems while ensuring ISO compliance. As a crucial partner across functions, you'll enhance security protocols, streamline workflows, a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $185K *

Grow your career with an innovative team shaping data engineering through AI. Lead and mentor skilled engineers, design robust data pipelines, and drive industry-best practices for a data-driven futur...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic financial planning and analysis across diverse business units. Drive insights, enhance reporting processes, and partner with leadership to optimize decision-ma...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $152K *

Transform strategic direction for digital brands, leading a team to optimize programmatic campaigns and client relationships while driving innovation and operational efficiency in a dynamic environmen...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$124K - $205K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your financial expertise to drive actionable insights, support key leadership, and enhance financial reporting within a dynamic Go-to-Market organization, contributing t...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare research by leading strategic projects and enhancing content quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operations and drive innovation in AI-enabled tools, ensu...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading a cross-functional team to define data strategy, manage the data estate, and deliver impactful analytics solutions while fostering innovation and collaboration across th...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion client relationships and optimize pharmaceutical distribution projects, leveraging extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality solutions and insights while managing multiple accounts...

Florida, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $240K *

Shape the future of enterprise security by leading vulnerability management initiatives. Drive strategy, execution, and collaboration across teams to enhance risk reduction and improve security outcom...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Lead global field operations, driving strategy and execution across sales, technical services, and partner functions. Collaborate with senior leadership to optimize pipeline management, forecasting, a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Build a scalable discovery methodology for integrating acquired agencies, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop integration designs and su...

Lindon, UTRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $185K *

Transform strategic sourcing for HR and Benefits, leading complex engagements and driving cost savings while ensuring high supplier performance and stakeholder satisfaction across diverse client needs...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of consulting in P&C insurance. Lead client engagements, ensure quality standards, and foster long-term relationships while driving business growth and mentoring...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of our Total Rewards & People Services by leading global teams and driving strategic initiatives that enhance compensation, benefits, payroll, and HR technology, ensuring operational...

Philadelphia, PARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its specific salary information.

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