Director, Data Strategy (2 Openings)

Role type: Full-time
Team: Strategy & Planning
Reporting to: Chief Planning and Data Officer
Location: New York City, New York | Dallas, Texas | Boca Raton, Florida | Bloomington, Indiana
Compensation: We are open to hiring candidates in our various office locations across the United States. We also receive applications from, and hire, candidates with varying levels of experience for example those who have a few years experience in a role to those who are looking to make a step up. The salary ranges on our job postings are set so as to account for these variable factors with decisions on the salary to be offered only made once we know the experience and location of our new hire.
Work Authorization: Must be legally entitled to work in the United States

What's the role 

As a Director, Data Analytics & Strategy at Brainlabs, you will define the strategic direction for data analytics and strategy across a portfolio of clients while driving commercial growth and team development. You'll own senior client relationships, lead the evolution of our measurement and analytics capabilities, and ensure excellence in delivery. This is a leadership role that requires equal parts strategic vision, technical depth, and people leadership—you'll set the standards for how we deliver world-class data solutions while building and developing a high-performing team.

So, tell me about the company

Brainlabs is culture-first. You’ve probably heard other companies describe themselves as people, clients, or profit first – but we see people, clients and profit as the building blocks of our ecosystem. Culture powers all three and we know that when the ecosystem is balanced, we all win! That's why the culture we cultivate is a culture of winning together.

To learn more about what it’s like to be a Brainlabber, check out our culture code.

In this role you will:

• Define and own the multi-year data analytics and strategy roadmap, ensuring alignment with commercial outcomes and client needs
• Own senior client relationships for your portfolio, acting as the primary strategic advisor and being accountable for satisfaction, retention, and growth
• Lead key strategic client meetings including QBRs, present executive-ready narratives linking analytics work to business outcomes, and expertly navigate client conversations
• Design and own comprehensive cross-channel measurement plans and attribution frameworks that directly link to ROI
• Act as the strategic owner of major analytical projects (e.g., MMM, attribution, advanced analytics), ensuring insights solve core business problems
• Drive revenue growth by proactively identifying and converting new opportunities; own revenue targets for your client portfolio
• Lead scoping of large, complex projects; write proposals, negotiate commercials, and own large client pitches
• Design and launch new, scalable data service offerings, creating go-to-market plans and training materials
• Line-manage and develop data strategists and analysts; set goals, deliver performance reviews, and drive team succession planning
• Establish and audit adoption of analytics standards, dashboard best practices, and quality controls across the practice
• Sponsor accelerators, templates, and innovations
• Publish thought leadership through POVs, case studies, and speaking engagements to elevate the practice brand

We're looking for someone who:

• Has 8-12+ years of experience in data analytics, data strategy, management consulting, or analytics leadership roles
• Has proven experience owning P&L, client portfolios, or practice/team leadership in an agency, consultancy, or similar environment
• Possesses deep expertise across the analytics and measurement landscape, including advanced analytics, attribution, MMM, experimentation, and data platforms
• Has strong commercial acumen with experience in pre-sales, scoping, pricing, and business development
• Can confidently discuss clients' business models, competitive landscape, and financial performance as a strategic partner
• Has experience managing, coaching, and developing teams; building capability and driving engagement
• Is a confident executive presence who can influence C-level stakeholders and navigate complex organizational dynamics
• Stays current on industry trends in analytics, measurement, AI/ML, and martech/adtech ecosystems
• Is a strategic thinker who can balance big-picture vision with tactical execution and quality control

And this is what success looks like in the role:

• You consistently achieve or exceed revenue and retention targets for your client portfolio
• Clients view you as an indispensable strategic partner; you receive outstanding client testimonials
• Your team achieves high client satisfaction
• You successfully develop and promote team members; your direct reports grow their capabilities and advance their careers
• You lead winning new business efforts and identify significant upsell/cross-sell opportunities
• You drive measurable improvements in team efficiency, quality, and innovation
• You elevate Brainlabs' thought leadership and brand through published work and speaking engagements

What happens next

We know searching for a job is tough and that you want to find the best career and employer for you. We also want to ensure that this position is the best fit for both you and us. Therefore, you will participate in a comprehensive interview process that includes skills interviews with our team. The goal of this process is to allow you to get to know us as we learn more about you.

Brainlabs actively seeks and encourages applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds and identities. 

Thank you for your interest in Brainlabs! We look forward to getting to know you!

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