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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$150K - $215K *

Elevate financial strategy as a key partner to executives, leading FP&A to optimize planning, forecasting, and reporting. Drive insights for investment decisions and build a resilient team to support...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $135K *

Champion impactful healthcare solutions by leading a cross-functional team that develops innovative digital tools, improving patient outcomes through a deep understanding of clinical workflows and tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform the IT landscape by managing critical business applications and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with teams to streamline processes, support system integrations, and ensure a seamless...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $162K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze business needs, facilitate workshops, and support Salesforce solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and drive impactful change in a fast-paced env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$82K - $162K *

Join a team that's transforming sales and service processes by analyzing business needs, facilitating stakeholder discussions, and supporting Salesforce solutions to enhance customer experiences and d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $174K *

Unlock potential by leading advanced analytics initiatives to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize pricing strategies and develop predictive models, transforming d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$215K - $292K *

Transform enterprise architecture by defining standards and governance for data, AI, and integration solutions in a regulated life sciences environment. Lead a team while collaborating across technolo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$249K - $312K *

Transform the future of technology risk management by leading the global IT audit function. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee extensive audits, enhance compliance, and foster innovation in a rapidl...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$249K - $312K *

Empower a forward-thinking IT Internal Audit function focused on risk management, compliance, and innovation. Lead a team in executing audits that enhance technology governance and drive organizationa...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$249K - $312K *

Join us to lead and innovate our IT Internal Audit function, ensuring compliance and mitigating risks across global technology landscapes. Collaborate with leaders to drive strategic insights and enha...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$249K - $312K *

Drive strategic IT audit excellence by leading an innovative team focused on technology risk management, cybersecurity, and data governance to ensure compliance and foster resilience across the organi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Manage revenue growth by sourcing and activating enterprise customers, collaborating with the Cognition team to drive sales cycles and enhance product development, while navigating complex organizatio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Grow your career with a dynamic GTM Manager role driving revenue by activating enterprise customers and collaborating with product teams. Leverage your technical expertise to lead sales cycles in a fa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive revenue growth by managing the sales cycle and engaging enterprise customers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, understand technical challenges, and develop strategic initiatives to close...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $258K *

Drive strategic finance initiatives by leading the annual planning cycle, partnering with key stakeholders to transform priorities into actionable financial strategies and investments that propel orga...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$196K - $258K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic finance functions to align company priorities with financial plans. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders, drive investment evaluations, and ensure optimal re...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$218K - $286K *

Optimize the organization’s financial plans by leading strategic finance initiatives and collaborating with executive leadership to enhance resource allocation decisions, drive investment insights, an...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $114K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of financial automation and analytics, designing integrated solutions that enhance data accessibility, improve audit readiness, and drive mission success within th...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform marketing strategies by leveraging data insights, building algorithms, and optimizing campaigns. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive growth through innov...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of data architecture and analytics solutions, leading a team to enhance self-service BI and data management capabilities while optimizing processes and fostering a culture of techn...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $200K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team as you lead strategic client projects, foster relationships, and drive operational excellence. Leverage your expertise in cost management to deliver exceptional va...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $200K *

Advance your career by leading diverse teams and managing key client relationships. Leverage your extensive cost management expertise to drive project success and foster growth while contributing to s...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Shape market research strategies by collaborating with marketers to uncover customer insights, leveraging AI tools for enhanced analysis and synthesis, and driving actionable recommendations that infl...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $195K *

Drive impactful data science initiatives by building and operating ML systems. Manage end-to-end processes from modeling to evaluation, while mentoring a lean team and collaborating across departments...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at Army formations by leading the autonomy integration campaign. Drive customer relationships, oversee pipeline management, and convert prototypes into funded positions while shapi...

Michigan, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Data Analytics do?question toggle

    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.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director, Data Analytics jobs?question toggle

    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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