Director of Insights (Business Analytics)

TL;DR

Director of Insights (Business Analytics): Leading the global insight function and overseeing verticalized teams to uncover data-driven narratives that shape brand engagement with an accent on strategic objectives and client-facing consultancy. Focus on transforming rich datasets into compelling reports, managing high-level client relationships, and driving the overall insight team strategy.

Location: London, UK (Hybrid: Weekly office requirement on Wednesdays)

Company

hirify.global is a global audience insights platform that helps brands understand and engage their audiences through rich, data-driven narratives.

What you will do

• Lead the global insight function, ensuring high-quality analysis and data-driven narratives for clients.
• Oversee four verticalized teams and directly manage Associate Directors and Senior Insight Managers.
• Drive the insight team strategy, focusing on efficiency and a consultancy-led approach.
• Partner with Revenue teams on RFPs, proposals, and pitch calls to support the business pipeline.
• Represent the company through external speaking opportunities and high-level client workshops.
• Manage direct reports' professional development and growth goals.

Requirements

• Proven experience in project management and managing senior client relationships.
• Strong talent for data storytelling and translating complex numbers into strategic narratives.
• Experience developing and executing strategic objectives from direction to delivery.
• Experience managing budgets, cost bases, and resource efficiency.
• Expertise in team and line management.
• Must be based in or able to commute to the London office weekly (Wednesdays).

Culture & Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus office closures during holidays.
• Health cash plan, enhanced family benefits, and mental health support.
• Flexitime and early Friday finishes.
• Hybrid work options with a dedicated work-from-home budget.
• Accredited learning and leadership development opportunities.
• 4% pension matching and recognition programs.