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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$90K - $105K *

Unlock potential by transforming data into actionable insights through developing KPIs, dashboards, and reporting solutions. Collaborate with executives to enhance decision-making and drive data-drive...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Champion excellence in executive search by leading market mapping, building strong candidate pipelines, and conducting first-round interviews in a collaborative team environment. Your contributions dr...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Build transformative BI solutions that empower federal attorneys and staff. Collaborate closely with end-users to create dashboards and ensure products drive adoption, accuracy, and effective decision...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $134K *

Empower academic success by leading ESE Systems & Analytics, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Oversee the integration of special education technologies to enhance processes and support diverse...

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

$93K - $116K *

Lead performance reporting for marketing campaigns, analyzing customer behavior to drive business results. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design measurement plans and communicate insights...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading comprehensive analysis and reporting initiatives. Collaborate across departments to optimize data systems and enhance decision-making through advance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$175K - $210K *

Champion revenue growth by building a new sales function, defining go-to-market strategies, and driving key deals in collaboration with senior leadership while supporting scalable operations in the li...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform the commercial landscape by building a scalable sales engine, driving strategic deals, and leading with innovation in a dynamic life sciences environment. Collaborate closely with leadership...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated marketing measurement strategies, aligning cross-functional teams to drive insights and optimize guest engagement. Empower analytics to translate complex data...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$89K - $119K *

Drive data-driven decision-making by analyzing complex datasets, developing forecasting models, and creating impactful dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate analytics needs into actio...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining data analytics by leading a small Data function to drive impactful product and business decisions, enhance data quality, and leverage AI for proactive insights and automa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data solutions to enhance business insights. Oversee a team to design and implement a robust data warehouse, ensuring high-quality data governance and supporti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $169K *

Transform client relationships by leading engagements, managing projects, and driving innovative solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to provide tailored strategies that address financial crime a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$200K - $265K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving impactful projects and collaborative innovation. You will lead cross-functional initiatives, streamline processes, and enhance overall efficiency within the org...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing data management and visualization processes, ensuring timely access to reliable data for informed decision-making across teams, while driving innovation in analytics and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming data management and visualization, ensuring timely access to reliable data for strategic decision-making. Drive innovation in analytics, optimize workflows, and foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by transforming operational data into actionable insights. As a strategic partner, you will enhance field performance through advanced analytics, data modeling, and visualization, dri...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving technology and data strategy for alumni engagement, enhancing decision-making through AI and analytics, and fostering collaboration across teams to strengthen alumni relati...

6 days ago

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

$148K - $237K *

Elevate your career by leading credit risk and analytics initiatives. Drive strategic decision-making, build a high-performing team, and innovate lending practices through data-driven insights and adv...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$148K - $237K *

Champion credit risk innovation and analytics; lead strategy and P&L, evolving lending capabilities through data and tech while building a high-performing analytical team to shape the future of auto f...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Lead and innovate within a high-impact team to design, deploy, and manage machine learning models that enhance transaction approvals, improve fraud mitigation, and drive business outcomes across payme...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovation, leading the development and deployment of machine learning models for risk assessment and fraud prevention, directly impacting payment experiences wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $200K *

Help us drive subscriber growth by utilizing advanced data analytics, causal inference, and experimentation techniques. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance subscriber retention strategies and op...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $120K *

Drive impactful marketing insights by leading data analysis and reporting. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data quality and support lead-generation efforts, while mentoring junior analysts t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Analyze complex data to deliver strategic real estate insights, manage projects end-to-end, and create impactful visual narratives. Collaborate with advisors to enhance analytics efficiency and mentor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    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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