Data Strategist

swyft; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary range of $80-100k

Remote-first culture

Opportunity to shape methodology and become a thought leader

Job summary

A legal data strategy firm is seeking a Data Strategist to bridge law firm operations and data insights. The role involves leading client discovery sessions, translating business goals into clear dashboard requirements, and ensuring operational transformations through data. Ideal candidates have over 3 years of experience in data analytics within the legal space and possess strong client-facing communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a remote-first work culture.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in data analytics or business intelligence in the legal space.
• Ability to translate complex business problems into actionable data requirements.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in data validation.

Responsibilities

• Lead client discovery sessions and reporting consultations.
• Translate operational objectives into dashboard logic and KPIs.
• Define success metrics to ensure dashboards meet client business outcomes.

Skills

Data analytics

Business intelligence

Client-facing communication

Strategic thinking

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Information Systems or related field

Tools

Domo (BI tool)

SQL

Job description

Overview

Swyft helps law firms make better, more data-driven decisions by turning messy operational data into clear, actionable dashboards. We work with firm leaders and operators—transforming how they understand caseflow, referrals, team performance, and financial outcomes. We’re looking for a Data Strategist to help our clients build smarter, more measurable practices.

The Role

As a Data Strategist, you'll be the bridge between law firm operations and data-driven insights. You'll lead client discovery sessions, translate business goals into technical requirements, and ensure our dashboards deliver real operational transformation—not just pretty visuals.

This is a strategic role for someone who can think like both a consultant and an analyst. You'll guide multiple client implementations, shape our reporting methodology, and help establish Swyft as the premier legal data partner in the industry.

What You'll Do

• Lead client discovery sessions and strategic reporting consultations to understand operational pain points and goals
• Translate operational objectives into clear dashboard logic, KPIs, and delivery requirements
• Collaborate with data engineers to bring client vision to life through effective requirements documentation
• Define success metrics and ensure dashboards align with client business outcomes
• Conduct data audits and gap analyses to identify opportunities for improved reporting
• Present findings and recommendations to law firm leadership and operations teams
• Help evolve Swyft's reporting templates, best practices, and standardized metrics
• Serve as a trusted advisor on data strategy to forward-thinking law firms
• Build and maintain client relationships through ongoing strategic guidance
• Contribute to thought leadership through client success stories and industry insights

You Might Be a Fit, If You

• Have 3+ years of experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or strategy in the legal space
• Can translate complex business problems into clear, actionable data requirements
• Excel at client-facing communication and can present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Understand operational KPIs and how to measure performance, workflow, and intake effectiveness
• Think strategically about how data can drive business decisions and operational improvements
• Are comfortable managing multiple client engagements simultaneously
• Have experience with BI tools (Domo preferred)
• Possess strong analytical skills and attention to detail in data validation and QA
• Can identify patterns and insights that others might miss

Bonus and Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with law firms, legal operations, or legal tech systems (Filevine, Clio, etc.)
• Background in management consulting or professional services
• Knowledge of SQL for data exploration and validation
• Experience implementing operational dashboards that changed organizational behavior
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Analytics, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven track record of successful client engagements and measurable business impact
• Strong project management skills with ability to handle competing priorities
• Experience working with cross-functional teams including engineers, designers, and executives
• Portfolio of dashboard projects or case studies demonstrating strategic thinking

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $80-100k with potential for eligibility in Company Equity Incentive Plan once such a plan is established
• Remote-first culture with flexible hours and a fast-moving, low-ego team
• Opportunity to join early, shape our methodology, and become a thought leader in legal analytics
• Direct exposure to law firm leadership and the chance to drive real operational change

How to Apply

Send us your resume and a brief note about a time you helped an organization make a better decision through data. We'd love to hear about the challenge, your approach, and the impact. Include any relevant dashboard examples or case studies (with sensitive information removed).

Bonus points if you can share insights about what makes legal operations data unique or challenging.