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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$164K - $213K *

Champion innovative programming solutions to enhance clinical studies, ensuring quality and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead programming strategies for assigned compounds...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$242K - $328K *

Shape the future of AI in research by leading innovative projects, establishing best practices, and building high-performing teams to develop advanced AI/ML solutions that drive scientific and operati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive corporate marketing strategy by leading brand, communications, and creative teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance market presence and ensure alignment with business goals while managing...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing clinical research by managing complex studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones efficien...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Drive e-commerce insights and analytics to enhance strategic plans and performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize growth on platforms like Amazon, leveraging data to inform decisions and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Grow your career with a senior leadership role driving a high-performing project management team, ensuring successful execution of clinical studies while managing resources, performance, and client sa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Partner with us to lead transformative business development initiatives in life sciences. Drive revenue through strategic engagement with pharma/biotech partners, managing the full sales cycle and ens...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Transform the landscape of dental negotiations by leading strategic partnerships with payers, optimizing contracts, and driving revenue growth through data-driven insights and collaborative execution...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by partnering with clients to enhance FP&A processes, build financial models, and drive operational improvements in a dynamic Private Equity environment. Collaborate with teams to...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$218K - $230K *

Transform advertiser outcomes by owning analytics and experimentation strategy. Lead algorithm development for ad pacing and budget allocation, applying advanced data science in high-throughput enviro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$192K - $202K *

Drive analytics and algorithmic strategies that optimize ad performance across platforms, balancing user experience with advertiser goals. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement groundbreaking so...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$148K - $256K *

Shape the future of data engineering by architecting scalable, cloud-native data platforms on Azure and Databricks. Influence the organization’s data practices to leverage AI-driven insights, driving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$160K - $170K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy by leading complex deal governance and analytics. Collaborate across teams to enhance deal integrity and leverage AI-driven tools for efficient pricing models, ens...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Grow enterprise relationships by leading post-sale success and driving outcomes for major accounts, enhancing onboarding, renewals, and multi-location expansions with a strategic, collaborative approa...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$172K - $215K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable, real-time data pipelines for AI-driven decision making. Collaborate cross-functionally to build a reliable foundation for data integrity and insights th...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise marketing by crafting compelling narratives that drive complex deals. Collaborate with sales teams to translate technical details into accessible business value content, enabling im...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$260K - $300K *

Transform product development by ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to proactively manage legal risks throughout the product lifecycle, empowering r...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and operationalization of advanced analytics and AI solutions to enhance healthcare operations and patient outcomes, while mentoring teams and influencing enterp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading the marketing strategy for a health tech innovator. Drive brand awareness and demand generation while managing a multi-year growth plan. Collaborate across teams to create...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial governance by tracking budgets, analyzing variances, and generating reports in a federal mission environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming client operations by identifying and accelerating AI-driven opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to frame business challenges, prototype solutions, and drive me...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive new business growth by leveraging your expertise in Workers' Compensation and IME. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and deliver tailored solutions to meet client needs, while exp...

Rochester, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead the development of robust blockchain data systems, enhancing performance and reliability. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful solutions that improve data quality and user experience while...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives that engage IT and enterprise buyers. Drive value creation, develop go-to-market strategies, and build cross-functional teams to enhance market presen...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automotive insights by leading strategic research and client relationships across U.S. and Canadian markets. Elevate deliverables and drive innovation while me...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Data Analytics do?question toggle

    A Director of Data Analytics sets analytics priorities, leads teams, oversees analytical methods and reporting, and helps stakeholders use data to make informed business decisions.

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    Requirements differ by employer, but postings often seek substantial analytics experience, leadership ability, strong communication skills, and familiarity with tools and methods such as SQL, business intelligence, data visualization, statistics, or forecasting.

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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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    Organizations across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other sectors hire analytics leaders to guide decisions, improve performance, and support growth.

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