Below is a sample Data Analytics Manager job spec which details the role and responsibilities, as well as the skills and requirements our clients often look for in a strong Data Analytics candidate.
Data Analytics Manager Role
- Organise the analytics function and manage a team of analysts
- Implement tools and strategies to translate raw data into valuable business insights
- Help the business to use data to drive high performance and quality
Data Analytics Manager Responsibilities
- Understand business needs and objectives
- Develop strategies for effective data analysis and reporting
- Define company-wide metrics and relevant data sources
- Select, configure and implement analytics solutions
- Lead and develop a team of data analysts
- Oversee all analytics operations to correct discrepancies and ensure quality
- Extract reports from multiple sources, e.g. operations, IT, customer feedback
- Build systems to transform raw data into actionable business insights
- Apply industry knowledge to interpret data and improve performance
- Keep up-to-date with industry news and trends
Data Analytics Manager Requirements
- Proven experience as an Data Analytics Manager or Data Scientist
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Management or a related field
- Solid experience in data analysis and reporting; industry experience is a plus
- Background in market research and project management
- Knowledge of Excel, R and SQL; familiarity with business intelligence tools, e.g. Tableau, SAS
- Superb communication skills
- Analytical skills and strong organisational abilities
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving aptitude