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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$115K - $130K *

Drive impactful research and partnerships in democracy, overseeing operations, fundraising, and public engagement. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to translate academic findings into actionable...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Elevate clinical operations by leading teams in scheduling, coordination, and workforce planning. Drive performance through data insights while ensuring efficient processes and resource management as...

Addison, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $150K *

Champion data excellence by leading a dynamic engineering team to design, implement, and optimize data infrastructures, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while fostering innovation and collabora...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics and BI strategies to enhance commercial performance. Drive executive decision-making through insightful reporting, KPI governance, and data stewardship a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of analytics engineering by leading teams to transform data into trusted, reusable analytical products. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to ensure scalable, cloud-ready solu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career with a pivotal role in platform operations, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate with teams to enhance business continuity and drive improvements in investment managem...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Champion analytics transformation by leading a team to empower business units with self-service data insights while optimizing merchant performance and loan application analytics for strategic growth...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $112K *

Unlock your potential by supporting data integration for a global drug discovery initiative. Collaborate with diverse teams to onboard new sites and ensure data integrity, contributing to groundbreaki...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $273K *

Unlock potential by mapping emerging AI technologies and building strategic relationships. Drive proactive market intelligence to identify key opportunities and strengthen a leading AI strategy throug...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $164K *

Optimize forecasting and analytics for pharmaceutical portfolios, driving insights and strategic decisions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance commercial performance and support biosimilar stra...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Lead the analytics and compensation strategy for the commercial team, overseeing forecasting, performance reporting, and incentive design to drive revenue growth and team motivation. Collaborate with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of commercial analytics by leading sales compensation strategies, forecasting, and performance insights. Drive team development and cross-functional collaboration to enhance revenue g...

Canal Winchester, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by transforming complex datasets into actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics tools and develop visualizations that support operational awa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$232K - $348K *

Elevate customer understanding by leading analytics teams to deliver actionable insights that drive strategic decisions and enhance customer experiences across diverse markets and stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing a skilled data engineering team, ensuring quality workflows and establishing data standards. Drive innovative solutions for efficient data ingestion and delivery across ent...

Harrisburg, PARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $86K *

Transform the landscape of data management and research by enabling accurate reporting and compliance. Lead a team in driving strategic data initiatives and maintain robust governance standards to sup...

Reposted yesterday

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

$150K - $180K *

Empower a dynamic sales team to achieve ambitious goals through strategic leadership, coaching, and relationship-building. Drive innovative product solutions and foster collaboration across department...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in strategic operations, finance, and personnel management. Drive innovation and efficiency in a mission-driven environment, ensuring alignment with institut...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage operations across three DoD directorates, ensuring contract performance, overseeing personnel, and coordinating cyber threat initiatives. Lead a diverse team while serving as the main communica...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion data accessibility by enhancing analytics capabilities, leading data modeling, and collaborating across teams to optimize media campaigns and drive informed decision-making for clients and st...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Innovate data access and analytics capabilities, empowering teams to leverage insights for informed decision-making. Collaborate across functions to enhance data products and drive education on data u...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$182K - $208K *

Seek to empower your career by leading cross-functional data analysis initiatives, validating impactful analytical tools, and mentoring teams in a dynamic environment focused on innovative solutions a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform data operations by architecting scalable solutions that enhance fan engagement and analytics. Collaborate across teams to integrate systems, ensure data integrity, and drive AI initiatives...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$70K - $125K *

Optimize data management processes to enhance client insights and reporting. Lead a team in developing dashboards, ensuring data integrity, and implementing governance practices while collaborating wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $125K *

Join a team that's driving data excellence by leading dashboard initiatives, managing data workflows, and ensuring data integrity for impactful insights in a dynamic healthcare environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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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