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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$120K - $145K *

Transform data solutions to enhance Corporate Services and HR operations. Drive efficiency through innovative automation, bridging business needs with technical execution while mentoring teams and del...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$157K - $205K *

Champion data-driven transformation by leading strategic initiatives in AI and analytics for Life Sciences clients, enhancing business performance and patient outcomes through innovative data ecosyste...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading client-focused analytics projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, manage timelines, and deliver high-quality solutions...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $285K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering actionable insights and strategic recommendations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive analytics initiatives that inform critical business decisions acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$151K - $304K *

Lead the charge in data analytics for mergers and acquisitions, driving strategic insights and financial reporting. Collaborate with teams to analyze complex datasets and develop models that identify...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $304K *

Optimize data analytics for mergers and acquisitions, providing strategic insights to enhance deal evaluation and operational decisions. Collaborate with teams to analyze complex datasets and drive da...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $304K *

Elevate your career by leading data analytics for mergers and acquisitions, driving strategic insights and financial models. Collaborate with teams to unlock growth opportunities and support client su...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $304K *

Elevate your career by leading data analytics for mergers and acquisitions, driving strategic insights and financial models. Collaborate with teams to identify growth opportunities and support client...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $117K *

Unlock potential by building robust data models and pipelines that transform raw data into actionable insights, ensuring high-quality analytics for decision-making across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $117K *

Unlock potential by transforming raw data into impactful insights. Build robust data models and pipelines to enhance decision-making processes across departments. Collaborate effectively to ensure dat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $98K *

Elevate decision-making by utilizing data analytics to identify inefficiencies, collaborate cross-functionally, and deliver impactful insights that enhance financial performance and operational qualit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead statistical programming initiatives across clinical development programs, ensuring quality and timely deliverables for regulatory submissions and analyses. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$142K - $224K *

Optimize data engineering and analytics initiatives to enhance technical operations, drive data accessibility, and support data-driven decision-making across a complex, matrixed environment in pharmac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Transform data engineering and analytics initiatives into scalable solutions, driving data accessibility and decision-making across technical operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to del...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Join a team that's advancing data engineering and analytics to enhance technical operations and drive data-driven decision-making across the product lifecycle in a regulated environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Drive impactful data engineering and analytics initiatives, translating complex business needs into scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance data accessibility and decision-making in a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by leveraging data analytics and strategic counsel to enhance client performance. Collaborate with high-performing teams to deliver tailored insights for transformational ev...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$230K - $275K *

Shape the future of renewable energy by leading financial evaluations and strategic analyses for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects, collaborating across teams to optimize portfolio valu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$230K - $275K *

Manage comprehensive financial evaluations for utility-scale solar and BESS projects, delivering strategic insights and supporting investment decisions throughout project lifecycles while fostering cr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $222K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Data Analytics and AI. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions, manage budgets, and inspire collaboration while ensuring alignment with b...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$152K - $162K *

Shape the future of enterprise data and integration services. Leverage modern data technologies and strategies to ensure data quality, enhance analytics capabilities, and lead a skilled team while col...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$152K - $283K *

Lead the development of high-quality, compliant data engineering practices that enhance enterprise data governance and accelerate data-driven decision-making for improved patient outcomes across the o...

East Hanover, NJRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $283K *

Elevate enterprise data strategy by engineering reliable, compliant data products. Lead data governance and innovation to enhance data-driven decision-making, ensuring high-quality data delivery acros...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $202K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative insights and strategies for clients. As a Senior Director, you'll leverage your expertise to drive impactful research, engage with executives, and mentor team...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

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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    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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