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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$145K - $175K *

Champion data excellence by leading strategic initiatives in data management, governance, and analytics. Drive operational efficiency and foster cross-functional collaboration to enhance client outcom...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$93K - $97K *

Empower data-driven decision-making across the College by coordinating analytics, reporting, and research initiatives, translating insights into actionable outcomes while ensuring data quality, compli...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Analyze and enhance data integrity for fundraising initiatives, ensuring accurate and actionable insights. Collaborate with teams to streamline data processes and provide technical support, fostering...

6 days ago

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

$260K - $340K *

Champion data-driven strategies as you lead a dynamic analytics team, driving insights and innovation for client success. Collaborate across functions to enhance decision-making and optimize marketing...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement advanced analytics solutions. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft Data and BI stacks to en...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform media analytics by leading cross-channel measurement strategies and providing actionable insights. Drive team success and enhance client relationships by delivering timely analysis and foste...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading data management initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while enhancing collaboration across teams, and contributing to the successful execution of clini...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing complex datasets to drive decisions across a fast-scaling energy planning function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and operational effici...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$215K - $315K *

Partner with us to drive data partnerships, shaping strategy and execution. Lead sourcing, negotiations, and relationship management to create value in a rapidly evolving market. Build a team and esta...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$182K - $339K *

Shape the future of clinical data management by leading a global team to innovate AI-integrated solutions, driving product strategy and architectural vision for advanced analytics in clinical developm...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$182K - $339K *

Drive innovation in clinical data management by leading a global team to develop AI-integrated solutions that enhance data ingestion, processing, and analytics, ensuring compliance and scalability for...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $210K *

Transform analytics into actionable insights as a hybrid leader. Drive client engagement and strategic initiatives while managing a talented commercial analytics team focused on high-impact projects a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $210K *

Lead the charge in commercial data & analytics, blending hands-on analysis with strategic initiative management. Drive impactful insights, enhance client engagement, and support team development while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $210K *

Unlock data-driven insights as a hybrid leader, balancing hands-on analytics with high-level client strategy. Drive impactful initiatives and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver valuable...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance data governance, analytics, and strategic initiatives across business units, ensuring compliance and innovation in a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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

$164K - $314K *

Transform data analytics strategies by leading cross-functional teams to enhance information governance, analytics delivery, and business insights, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and in...

Plano, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Empower a data science team, enhancing methodologies for demographic representation and statistical innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive impactful data solutions while ensur...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic analytics team to transform data into strategic insights. Collaborate across functions to drive impactful marketing decisions and innovate measurement methodol...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic insights, guiding a high-performing analytics team to drive impactful marketing decisions and optimize performance across diverse client needs and i...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $198K *

Elevate your career by driving advanced analytics and machine learning initiatives to optimize marketing effectiveness and enhance user engagement in a dynamic entertainment environment. Lead strategi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Procurement Data Products for AI/ML, bridging Data & Analytics with Procurement AI. Drive continuous improvement and ensure data readiness for advanced analytics, supporti...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$236K *

Grow your career with a leadership role in data architecture, overseeing a team to design and implement enterprise data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to align data strategies with business...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $215K *

Drive impactful results by leading cross-functional teams and executing strategic initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and drive growth. Collaborate with stakeholders to innovate solu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $215K *

Advance the strategic vision by managing cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving continuous improvement across projects...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise data architecture by establishing standards and a unified data catalog. Collaborate across teams to define metrics and ensure data governance, driving alignment and clarity in a ha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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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