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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$187K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading Clinical Data Management initiatives, ensuring compliance and quality across clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data integrity and operati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing data sourcing strategies and operations. Collaborate with internal and external partners to streamline workflows, manage relationships, and support investment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $131K *

Support strategic initiatives by conducting complex data analyses, creating financial models, and delivering insights to senior executives across various departments, driving impactful decision-making...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives in insurance decision science, combining actuarial expertise and data analytics to drive profitability and growth. Collaborate across teams to influen...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving commercial growth in life sciences as you manage complex sales cycles and build client relationships, focusing on achieving revenue targets while contributing to the develop...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving commercial growth in life sciences. This hands-on role involves managing your own pipeline, executing complex sales cycles, and collaborating with leadership to build effect...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $238K *

Drive transformative change by leading large-scale Intelligent Finance initiatives, ensuring successful adoption and operational excellence across finance and operations functions while enhancing user...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth and strategic partnerships in biometrics services, focusing on client relationships and market strategy. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and position the or...

Mansfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate artificial intelligence solutions by leading multidisciplinary teams, engaging directly with clients to transform complex challenges into actionable insights, and maintaining hands-on technica...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of AI as you lead multidisciplinary teams, design innovative solutions, and deliver impactful data science projects directly to clients while balancing technical execution with st...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Transform client engagements by leading AI and data science initiatives. Drive solutions from concept to completion, manage teams, and collaborate with high-level stakeholders to unlock value through...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $215K *

Take ownership of enterprise application, data, and integration capabilities, driving innovation and efficiency through modern engineering practices and AI-assisted development while leading a multidi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$139K - $153K *

Shape innovative technology solutions by leading diverse teams to diagnose complex business challenges, strategizing impactful responses, and mentoring talent while delivering exceptional client value...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion the enterprise data strategy by leading governance initiatives, fostering a data-driven culture, and ensuring compliance across all business units. Drive innovation in data management while b...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$212K - $265K *

Champion the technical strategy for data engineering, leading a team to build reliable, scalable systems that support analytics and decision-making across a growing healthcare company, fostering innov...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$212K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at defining and leading technical strategy for scalable data systems, impacting analytics, ML, and decision-making across the company while fostering a high-performing team environ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$212K - $265K *

Engineer scalable data solutions and lead a high-performing team to drive data strategy, enhancing operational decision-making while ensuring data reliability and integrity across a fast-growing healt...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $189K *

Drive innovation by leading the transition to Microsoft Power BI, shaping analytics solutions, and collaborating across teams to enhance data-driven decision-making in a hands-on, technical role with...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $200K *

Transform enterprise data strategy by leading governance initiatives, fostering a data-driven culture, and ensuring compliance across all business units. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $260K *

Lead the development of innovative AI systems, driving strategic initiatives and mentoring a high-performing team to optimize operations and redefine retail solutions for suppliers in a dynamic enviro...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $260K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced statistical models to optimize retail media operations. Drive data-driven strategies, mentor a high-performing team, and enhance decision-making through innovati...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $260K *

Support our mission by leading data science initiatives that optimize retail media operations. Drive algorithmic precision in forecasting, market-sizing, and behavioral segmentation while mentoring a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $220K *

Drive enterprise data strategy and governance, ensuring data quality, compliance, and innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to foster a data-rich culture, enhance analytics capabilities, and lead...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Drive the enterprise data strategy and governance, ensuring data quality, compliance, and accessibility. Lead cross-functional teams to foster a data-rich culture, enabling advanced analytics and AI r...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $158K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading innovative solutions and driving best practices across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable data products while mentoring engineers...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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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