Director of Data & Analytics — Hands-On Media Growth

New York Post Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 165,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York Post Group is seeking an experienced Director of Data & Analytics to lead a high-impact Data Science & Analytics team. You will set the analytics strategy, guide a 3+ person team, and partner with Editorial, Commercial, Product, and Marketing to translate questions into actionable insights.

This hybrid role emphasizes hands-on analytics, storytelling, and rapid delivery of insights to influence decisions and improve audience engagement and revenue opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Statistics, Engineering, or related quantitative field preferred.
• 6–10+ years of progressive experience in data, analytics, BI, or related discipline in fast-paced environments.
• Experience leading and developing a team of analysts and presenting insights to senior leadership.
• Strong track record partnering with senior stakeholders across functions to influence decisions.
• Experience with BI/visualization tools (Looker, Power BI, Tableau).
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and experience with Python and large datasets.
• Ability to scope, execute, and communicate complex analytics projects end-to-end.
• Experience in media/digital environments and knowledge of measurement/ attribution models.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing analytics team (3+ analysts) with mentorship and prioritization.
• Define analytics strategy, priorities, and operating model for the org.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to translate questions into analytical approaches and recommendations.
• Collaborate with editorial and commercial teams to generate insights on audience growth and performance.
• Develop automated reporting, dashboards, and data products for timely visibility.
• Advise on data-driven decision making and analytics best practices across the company.
• Integrate data sources and build scalable data products with data engineering/science teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

SQL

Python

Data storytelling

Analytics strategy

Communication

Problem solving

Project management

Roll-up-your-sleeves mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Looker

Power BI

Tableau

SQL (as a tool)

Python

Job description

The New York Post Group is seeking an experienced Director of Data & Analytics to lead a high-impact Data Science & Analytics team. You will set the analytics strategy, guide a 3+ person team, and partner with Editorial, Commercial, Product, and Marketing to translate questions into actionable insights.

This hybrid role emphasizes hands-on analytics, storytelling, and rapid delivery of insights to influence decisions and improve audience engagement and revenue opportunities.