Sr. Manager, Retention Analytics

McAfee; Frisco (TX); Hybrid; USD 136,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Program

401k Retirement

Medical, Dental, Vision

Parental Leave

Diversity & Inclusion

Holidays

Unlimited PTO

Sick/Vacation accrual

Job summary

McAfee is seeking a hands-on analytics leader to head Retention Analytics, shaping subscriber journeys, lifecycle performance, and the effectiveness of retention marketing. You will partner with Engagement and Retention, Finance, Product, and the broader Analytics org to turn data into actionable recommendations that move the business.

This hybrid role is based in hub locations with onsite a few times monthly; remote work is possible when not onsite.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in analytics, management consulting, finance or similar with people leadership.
• Strong analytical problem-solving with attention to detail and clear decision-making.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; able to tell executive-ready stories.
• Proficient with SQL, Python, and MS Office; able to access data and deliver insights.
• Thrives in a fast-paced, cross-timezone, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Retention Analytics team; own insights to inform retention strategy.
• Prepare executive-ready materials on trends, pacing to plan, and initiatives.
• Build annual and quarterly plans with Engagement/Retention, Finance & Product.
• Own retention forecasting; communicate risks and opportunities.
• Measure impact of retention initiatives and A/B tests; optimize messaging.
• Modernize reporting; work with Data Eng to automate dashboards.
• Analyze subscriber behavior to uncover churn risks and engagement levers.
• Manage and coach a team of 2–4 analysts; set priorities and develop skills.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Business communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Tools

SQL

Python

Excel

MS Office

PowerPoint

Job description

Role Summary

We’re seeking a hands-on analytics professional to lead Retention Analytics at McAfee. In this role, you will provide data-driven, actionable insights into subscriber journeys, lifecycle performance, and the effectiveness of retention marketing efforts—strengthening retention outcomes.

Role Summary

We’re seeking a hands-on analytics professional to lead Retention Analytics at McAfee. In this role, you will provide data-driven, actionable insights into subscriber journeys, lifecycle performance, and the effectiveness of retention marketing efforts—strengthening retention outcomes.

You will partner closely with the Engagement and Retention team, Finance, Product, and the broader Analytics organization to shape annual and quarterly plans, uncover and explain performance trends, identify opportunities, and turn insights into clear, actionable recommendations that drive business impact. You will also lead business planning and forecasting for Retention and ensure findings are communicated effectively through regular business reviews and other leadership forums.

As part of McAfee’s analytics organization, you will report to the Senior Director of Engagement and Retention Analytics. You’ll be embedded within key parts of the business, aligned to the customer journey, and bring deep domain knowledge to day-to-day collaboration.

This is a Hybrid position located in one of our hub locations i.e. Frisco, TX, San Jose, CA, Newport Beach, CA or New York, NY. You will be required to be onsite on an as needed basis likely a few times a month. When you are not working onsite you will work from your home office. We are only considering candidates within a commutable distance of a hub location and are not offering relocation assistance.

Position Details

About The Role

• Lead the Retention Analytics team at McAfee—own insights that inform strategy and execution for Retention, strengthening outcomes.
• Drive the insights and prepare executive-ready materials for leadership reviews, clearly communicating retention trends, pacing to plan, and progress on strategic initiatives
• Build annual and quarterly plans in partnership with key stakeholders across Engagement and Retention, Finance, and Product.
• Own retention forecasting, monitor performance vs. plan, and communicate risks and opportunities.
• Measure the impact of retention initiatives and A/B tests, evaluate campaign effectiveness, and optimize messaging based on results.
• Modernize data reporting, partnering with the Data Engineering Team to automate dashboards, and reduce manual work to focus on high-value analysis and insights.
• Analyze subscriber behavior to uncover churn risks, conversion levers, and journey pain points.
• Identify high-value segments for targeting to drive loyalty and reduce churn.
• Manage and coach a team of 2-4 analysts, setting priorities, reviewing outputs, and investing in skills development.

About You

• 7+ years in an analytical, management consulting, finance, or similar role—including people-leadership experience.
• Analytical problem-solving: Proven ability to structure and solve exploratory problems; strong attention to detail and accuracy in analysis and reporting; effective decision-making under uncertainty.
• Business communication: Excellent verbal/written communication; ability to translate complex concepts into simple, executive-ready narratives and visuals.
• Productivity & tools: Advanced Excel and MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Data & coding fluency: A self-starter who isn’t afraid to get hands dirty—comfortable using SQL, Python, and generative AI tools as needed to access data and deliver analysis, even if not a coding expert.
• Ways of working: Thrives in a fast-paced environment; collaborates across time zones; builds strong relationships and cross-functional alignment to accomplish objectives.

Company Overview

McAfee is a leader in personal security for consumers. Focused on protecting people, not just devices, McAfee consumer solutions adapt to users’ needs in an always online world, empowering them to live securely through integrated, intuitive solutions that protects their families and communities with the right security at the right moment.

Company Benefits And Perks

We work hard to embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage everyone at McAfee to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We offer a variety of social programs, flexible work hours and family-friendly benefits to all of our employees.

• Bonus Program
• 401k Retirement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, Short Term Disability and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Parental Leave
• Support and Community Involvement
• 14 Paid Company Holidays
• Unlimited Paid Time Off for Exempt Employees
• 96 Hours of Sick Time and 120 Hours of Vacation for Non-Exempt Employees Accrued Each Year

We're serious about our commitment to diversity which is why McAfee prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other legally protected status.

Pay Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $135,910.00/Yr. - USD $223,285.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

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