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.

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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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$168K - $257K *

Shape the future of data-driven marketing by leading a dynamic analytics team to deliver cutting-edge measurement strategies and insights for media clients. Inspire excellence and partner with cross-f...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$168K - $257K *

Lead measurement & analytics initiatives, driving impactful strategies for media clients. Manage a team of experts in data-driven insights, reporting, and dashboarding while influencing stakeholders a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving growth for our Public Sector sales team, overseeing account executives to achieve quotas and enhance customer value. Shape strategic plans and foster a culture of teamwork t...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing enterprise Data & AI governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a culture of responsible innovation and proactive risk man...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the operationalization of enterprise Data & AI governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a culture of responsible innovation and risk awareness across t...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $112K *

Unlock insights as a Senior Analyst, collaborating with global teams to enhance data governance and analytics. Drive efficiency through standardized processes while leveraging your analytical skills t...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$168K - $257K *

Drive measurement and analytics excellence by leading a talented team, shaping data strategies, delivering insights, and enhancing marketing outcomes for diverse media clients in a hybrid work environ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $100K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A, transforming data into insights that drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with business leaders to enhance budgeting, forecasting, and report...

Brampton, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $155K *

Lead and mentor a team of data engineers to design, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines and warehouses, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver key metrics and establish data strategy acr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$252K - $315K *

Drive transformative data and AI strategies across the enterprise to foster innovation, enhance decision-making, and deliver measurable business outcomes in a collaborative environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of data-driven decision making by leading enterprise analytics strategies and ensuring scalability, collaboration, and innovation across the organization to achieve transformative bus...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$97K - $228K *

Lead the charge in enhancing enterprise data governance and risk management. Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure compliance, improve data maturity, and drive a data-driven culture across the o...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic analytics team focusing on audience growth and engagement, utilizing data-driven insights to support key organizational functions and foster partnerships across departments for effectiv...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$74K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing research in substance use and health. This role involves data management, statistical analysis, and collaboration with researchers to support impactful studie...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead enterprise analytics initiatives to enhance financial management and transportation solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to design automated reporting systems, providing critical insights tha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of analytics by leading a high-performing team to deliver strategic insights and decision support, driving operational effectiveness and competitive advantage across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading product discovery and delivery for a data curation team, ensuring high-quality datasets and scalable querying solutions that empower investment firms to trust and utilize t...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $187K *

Unlock potential by leading product discovery and delivery for a robust reporting infrastructure. Collaborate with engineering and domain teams to ensure data quality and governance, driving impactful...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $170K *

Transform data governance and reporting by leading product discovery and delivery for a robust reporting engine, ensuring high-quality datasets and seamless collaboration across teams to enhance inves...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform risk management by leading a national team focused on claims, clinical risk reduction, and innovative AI solutions to improve outcomes. Drive strategic oversight and implement best practices...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $210K *

Lead the charge in executing a comprehensive data analytics program, optimizing internal audit quality and efficiency. Design and maintain analytics routines, ensuring effective data usage across audi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Innovate commercial analytics strategies to drive demand planning and customer value insights. Lead projects that enhance scalability and support growth, utilizing advanced analytics to inform decisio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$178K - $307K *

Drive digital transformation in quality management by leading a global team to enhance compliance and analytics. Oversee strategy execution, promote data-driven decisions, and foster continuous improv...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $307K *

Champion digital transformation in quality management by leading a global team to enhance compliance and analytics. Drive strategic initiatives that leverage data-driven insights to improve quality op...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$186K - $316K *

Empower our growth as a Commercial Operations Leader, architecting data-driven strategies that enhance sales and marketing performance while fostering innovation and operational excellence across our...

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  •   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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