Director of Analytics & Insights (Hybrid, Chicago)

Golin Ketchum; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Golin Ketchum is seeking a Director of Analytics to lead our insights practice in a hybrid Chicago-based role. You will guide complex data projects, mentor junior analysts, and partner with client teams to turn data into strategic recommendations that drive business results.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in digital analytics or market research, hands-on experience with large data sets, and the ability to translate quantitative findings into compelling narratives for diverse audiences.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in digital analytics or market research, agency experience preferred.
• Hands-on analysis of large data sets to actionable insights.
• Ability to synthesize qualitative, survey, and secondary data into a single narrative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to diverse audiences.
• Strong statistical knowledge: hypothesis testing, experiments, and recommendations.
• Experience leading and mentoring junior analysts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple analytics projects including social listening and campaign measurement.
• Act as the analytics face to clients and stakeholders, presenting insights.
• Identify organic business development opportunities.
• Understand agency financials and impact of analytics work.
• Jump into project execution when needed.

Skills

Digital analytics

Statistical methods

Team leadership

Client communication

Data storytelling

Job description

Golin Ketchum is seeking a Director of Analytics to lead our insights practice in a hybrid Chicago-based role. You will guide complex data projects, mentor junior analysts, and partner with client teams to turn data into strategic recommendations that drive business results.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in digital analytics or market research, hands-on experience with large data sets, and the ability to translate quantitative findings into compelling narratives for diverse audiences.