Head of Data Analytics

AGENSI PEKERJAAN STAR GLOBAL SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Head of Data Analytics to drive data-driven decision making across various business lines. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical expertise, proven experience in data analytics, and the ability to work collaboratively across different business functions. This role includes responsibilities such as defining analytics strategies, analyzing business performance, and providing actionable insights. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and relevant experience in a senior analytics role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior data analytics, business intelligence, or data leadership role.
• Strong background in data analysis, statistical methods, and business performance measurement.
• Experience working with complex datasets across different business functions or industries.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the overall data analytics strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Provide recommendations to improve conversion, retention, and overall business performance.
• Work closely with leadership, operations, finance, marketing, and product teams.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Data governance

SQL

Power BI

Excel

Business intelligence

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field

Master’s degree or professional certifications

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

We are seeking a strategic and hands‑on Head of Data Analytics to lead data‑driven decision making across multiple business lines. This role will be responsible for transforming complex datasets into actionable insights, driving sustainable growth, optimizing operational efficiency, and supporting leadership with clear, data‑backed recommendations.

The ideal candidate combines strong analytical expertise with commercial acumen, and is comfortable working across different time zone and business models, stakeholders, and datasets and the willingness for overseas business trip will be a factor for consideration

Key Responsibilities

• Define and lead the overall data analytics strategy aligned with business objectives
• Act as a key advisor to senior management by translating data insights into strategic recommendations
• Establish best practices for data governance, reporting, and analytics processes

Business Performance & Growth Analysis

• Analyze business performance metrics to identify growth opportunities, trends, and risks
• Develop predictive and diagnostic analyses to support expansion, revenue optimization, and market positioning
• Provide recommendations to improve conversion, retention, and overall business performance
• Analyze operational data to identify inefficiencies, cost leakages, and optimization opportunities
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation decisions with data‑backed insights
• Track key cost and productivity metrics to improve operational effectiveness

Reporting & Insights

• Design and oversee dashboards, reports, and KPIs for management and stakeholders
• Ensure insights are communicated clearly, concisely, and in a business‑friendly manner
• Continuously improve reporting accuracy, relevance, and timeliness

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with leadership, operations, finance, marketing, and product teams
• Understand business challenges and translate into analytical frameworks
• Support data literacy across teams by promoting data‑driven thinking

Requirements

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience in a senior data analytics, business intelligence, or data leadership role
• Strong background in data analysis, statistical methods, and business performance measurement
• Proficiency in data tools such as SQL, Excel, BI tools (e.g. Power BI, Tableau), and/or analytics platforms
• Experience working with complex datasets across different business functions or industries

Business & Communication

• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to link data insights to business outcomes
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, including the ability to influence senior stakeholders
• Ability to work independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple analytical initiatives

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related field
• Master’s degree or professional certifications are an advantage

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