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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$101K - $169K *

Lead the charge in helping financial institutions tackle complex AML challenges through advanced analytics and model risk management, guiding clients to optimize financial crime detection and complian...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive evidence-based decision-making by designing experiments, running analyses, and providing actionable insights to product managers. Engage in AI security and contribute to innovative guardrail sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $305K *

Shape the future of external data acquisition and delivery, leading strategic initiatives and cross-functional collaborations to ensure data integrity and compliance across diverse therapeutic areas...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $305K *

Lead strategic initiatives for external data acquisition and governance, ensuring data quality and compliance across therapeutic areas. Drive innovation in data management and develop a high-performin...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $183K *

Lead cross-functional programs to drive AI adoption in Finance workflows, influencing partners and managing change. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, ensure alignment, and deliver impa...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by designing and optimizing scalable data architectures. Lead a team of engineers, ensuring high performance and collaboration across functions to deliver best-in-c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex data into engaging visualizations that empower stakeholders to understand insights, trends, and make informed decisions through custom dashboards and reports, collaborating closely w...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform institutional data analysis by coordinating reporting, ensuring data quality, and supporting decision-making across research activities. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data-driven...

1 week ago

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

$124K - $223K *

Shape the future of pricing strategy by leading a dynamic team to optimize profitability and drive strategic decisions across SaaS and services. Collaborate with executives to enhance customer value a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$300K - $390K *

Optimize data processing capabilities by leading a talented engineering team, defining technical strategies, and driving innovative solutions for a scalable data platform serving diverse stakeholder n...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of data solutions by leading product delivery and operational excellence for institutional clients, driving innovation through AI and automation while developing a high-performing tea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Develop strategic partnerships with pharma clients by integrating data-driven solutions and technology, driving digital transformation and audience engagement to enhance HCP and patient outreach acros...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $90K *

Lead master data governance initiatives to optimize supply chain planning across global manufacturing sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ERP systems and ensure data integrity, d...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$245K - $279K *

Champion the future of data product management by leading a diverse team and overseeing critical data solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative, customer-centric products that add...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Empower pharmaceutical advertising success by driving new business, managing strategic accounts, and collaborating across teams to deliver impactful campaigns. Own the sales cycle and foster relations...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $115K *

Explore a strategic leadership role focused on developing omnichannel engagement strategies that connect media, analytics, and customer experiences, driving measurable outcomes for healthcare brands a...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$245K - $279K *

Empower a team to drive innovative data product strategies for bank modernization, balancing complex stakeholder needs with real-time consumer experiences and ensuring effective cross-functional colla...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$294K - $335K *

Lead the charge in transforming banking data products, managing a diverse ecosystem of stakeholders to drive innovation and customer solutions through strategic decision-making and effective cross-fun...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$245K - $279K *

Drive impactful data product strategies in a transformative role, managing stakeholder ecosystems and leading cross-functional teams to enhance banking experiences. Influence complex solutions and cha...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $157K *

Elevate customer engagement by leading a team in Journey Analytics, shaping analytical strategies, and transforming complex data into actionable insights that enhance the overall player experience acr...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $157K *

Engage in shaping analytical strategies to enhance customer journeys. Lead a team to uncover insights from complex data, driving improvements across platforms and influencing strategic decisions for a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$269K - $307K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of data and product management. Lead a team driving innovative data solutions for a major bank, focusing on customer needs and complex problem-solving across di...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in establishing data & AI governance standards, collaborating with technical teams to ensure high-quality, compliant data operations. Drive continuous improvement and compliance while...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$125K - $150K *

Elevate data engineering and MLOps by leading a high-performing team to design, build, and optimize scalable data platforms, ensuring data quality and governance while integrating SAP systems for ente...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $215K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Finance Operations, leading complex media-finance workflows. Drive service delivery, governance, and continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-funct...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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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