Associate Director of Analytics

Zenith; New York (NY); On-site; USD 112,290 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Zenith in New York is seeking a seasoned Analytics Associate Director to shape data strategy and connect marketing to real-world business outcomes. You will partner with planning and activation, guiding day-to-day client deliverables and delivering compelling data narratives.

We value 6+ years in analytics, agency experience, and fluency with Python, R, SQL. You will lead measurement plans, collaborate with VPs, and influence senior clients with rigorous analyses.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S., preferably in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Marketing/Advertising or related field
• 6+ years of experience working in an Analytics capacity
• Agency experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of Digital Media, Marketing/Advertising industries highly preferred
• Experience working with Python, R programming languages
• Experience working with relational databases, SQL
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to both external and internal clients, and ability and comfort with presenting to senior level clients
• Ability to develop frameworks, learning agendas and steer complex analytics projects
• Extensive experience with Ad Servers such as DCM
• Experience with other digital media and analytics tools such, Measurement Vendors, BI Software
• Experience with third party research partners such as Nielsen, Kantar, DISQO, VideoAmp, Samba, and/or comScore
• Advanced Excel skills (ability to work with macros, advanced formulas, pivot tables) and experience working with large data sets
• Understanding of a broad range of online advertising media channels such as Search, Display, DSPs, and Social, as well as subject matter expertise in at least one of these areas
• Ability to service clients, partners and internal stakeholders by understanding their needs, translating those needs into creative solutions, and delivering on those solutions with diligence and a sense of
• Experience with two or more of the following advanced analytics methods: descriptive statistics, linear regressions, multi-touch attribution modeling, MMM, cross-device measurement

Responsibilities

• Working closely with both the Business Planning and Activation teams, the Associate Director, Analytics will contribute to the design of the data strategy to tie our clients' marketing to real-world business goals.
• Our Associate Directors work very closely with the Director & Analytics Manager to help them stay on track with day-to-day client deliverables.
• They also contribute crucial intellectual capital by designing measurement plans based on their client's business needs, using data to tell great stories.
• Associate Directors also work closely with their VP to build an Analytics strategy and execute on that plan in accordance with their team.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

DCM

Nielsen

Kantar

DISQO

VideoAmp

Samba

comScore

Excel macros

Search

Display

DSPs

Social

Descriptive statistics

MMM

Attribution

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Mathematics/Statistics/CS/Marketing/Advertising or related field

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

Company Description

Zenith is one of Publicis Groupe’s largest media agencies, spanning 95 markets globally with US offices in New York, Burbank, Chicago, Atlanta and Detroit. For more than 30 years, we have been at the forefront of media, helping to evolve and reshape the industry. We are highly regarded as a true agency partner by many high-profile brands for our expertise across numerous categories and wide range of capabilities that are unparalleled in the industry. Clients hire us for our track record of excellence in strategic planning, investment, and measurement. We also have specialist offerings, including content, commerce, multicultural and future-proofed data capabilities.

Company Description

Zenith is one of Publicis Groupe’s largest media agencies, spanning 95 markets globally with US offices in New York, Burbank, Chicago, Atlanta and Detroit. For more than 30 years, we have been at the forefront of media, helping to evolve and reshape the industry. We are highly regarded as a true agency partner by many high-profile brands for our expertise across numerous categories and wide range of capabilities that are unparalleled in the industry. Clients hire us for our track record of excellence in strategic planning, investment, and measurement. We also have specialist offerings, including content, commerce, multicultural and future-proofed data capabilities.

Overview

We don't all look the same, and we don't expect you to, either. But successful members of the Analytics team generally have a passion for emerging tech and media, bring a data-driven approach to decision-making, have a fresh perspective and share it in a positive way, don't shy away from a challenge, and are always hungry to learn more. We look for prior experience in media analytics, especially digital media. We hope you're a numbers whiz and know how to bring data to life through a compelling story. You should already be used to representing your team to external clients, since Associate Directors are often the face of our brand.

Responsibilities

Working closely with both the Business Planning and Activation teams, the Associate Director, Analytics will contribute to the design of the data strategy to tie our clients' marketing to real-world business goals. Our Associate Directors work very closely with the Director & Analytics Manager to help them stay on track with day-to-day client deliverables. They also contribute crucial intellectual capital by designing measurement plans based on their client's business needs, using data to tell great stories. Associate Directors also work closely with their VP to build an Analytics strategy and execute on that plan in accordance with their team. This role reports directly into the VP, Analytics.

Qualifications

• B.A. or B.S., preferably in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Marketing/Advertising or related field
• 6+ years of experience working in an Analytics capacity
• Agency experience highly preferred
• Knowledge of Digital Media, Marketing/Advertising industries highly preferred
• Experience working with Python, R programming languages
• Experience working with relational databases, SQL
• Ability to communicate complex ideas to both external and internal clients, and ability and comfort with presenting to senior level clients
• Ability to develop frameworks, learning agendas and steer complex analytics projects
• Extensive experience with Ad Servers such as DCM
• Experience with other digital media and analytics tools such, Measurement Vendors, BI Software
• Experience with third party research partners such as Nielsen, Kantar, DISQO, VideoAmp, Samba, and/or comScore
• Advanced Excel skills (ability to work with macros, advanced formulas, pivot tables) and experience working with large data sets
• Understanding of a broad range of online advertising media channels such as Search, Display, DSPs, and Social, as well as subject matter expertise in at least one of these areas
• Ability to service clients, partners and internal stakeholders by understanding their needs, translating those needs into creative solutions, and delivering on those solutions with diligence and a sense of
• Experience with two or more of the following advanced analytics methods: descriptive statistics, linear regressions, multi-touch attribution modeling, MMM, cross-device measurement

Additional Information

Our Publicis Groupe motto “Viva La Différence” means we’re better together, and we believe that our differences make us stronger. It means we honor and celebrate all identities, across all facets of intersectionality, and it underpins all that we do as an organization. We are focused on fostering belonging and creating equitable & inclusive experiences for all talent. Publicis Groupe provides robust and inclusive benefit programs and policies to support the evolving and diverse needs of our talent and enable every person to grow and thrive. Our benefits package includes medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401K, as well as parental and family care leave, family forming assistance, tuition reimbursement, and flexible time off. If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact [e-mail]. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Veterans Encouraged to Apply. Compensation Range: USD $112,290.00 - USD $148,000.00/Annually. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be 9/12/2026.