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Job description
Overview
The mission of The New York Times is to seek the truth and help people understand the world. That means independent journalism is at the heart of all we do as a company. It’s why we have a world‑renowned newsroom that sends journalists to report from the ground in nearly 160 countries. It’s why we focus deeply on how our readers will experience our journalism, from print to audio to a world‑class digital and app destination. And it’s why our business strategy centers on making journalism so good that it’s worth paying for.
The Times is seeking an innovative Analytics Director who is passionate about data and eager to support the Times' journalistic mission.
Position Summary
As part of the Data and Insights Group (DIG), the Analytics Director will lead the roadmap and strategic direction for Growth Conversion analytics, provide leadership and guidance to teams, establish key performance indicators, and leverage data‑driven insights to drive results and uncover opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
Define the team’s data strategy and own the creation and execution of solutions across the team.
Manage multiple, simultaneous projects from start to finish, balancing impact, scope and speed.
Create novel insights, advocate for them, and lead them into action.
Oversee team deliverables and represent the team’s work and impact at the executive level.
Democratize data and insights through skillful data structuring and use of visualization tools.
Navigate ambiguity and organizational structures to advise stakeholders on how to best evaluate and implement initiatives from a data perspective.
Lead hiring, onboarding, and development of talent, careers and culture within the analytics team.
Proactively lead data projects by fostering collaboration, building consensus and driving initiatives to successful completion.
Demonstrate support and understanding of the company’s value of journalistic independence and commitment to the mission.
Basic Qualifications
8+ years of experience working with data analytics or data science teams to deliver reporting, analysis and insight, or a quantitative degree.
Proficiency in SQL and experience working with relational databases.
3+ years of people‑management experience.
Experience with data visualization tools such as Mode, Tableau or Looker.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with Google BigQuery, AWS or other big‑data environments.
Comfort with version control (GitHub, code review).
Experience leading product or subscription analytics strategy.
5+ years of experience communicating key insights cross‑functionally (written, visually and verbally).
Compensation and Benefits
Annual base pay range: $156,000 – $185,000 USD. Eligible for variable pay such as an annual bonus and restricted stock. Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, Flexible Spending Accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid vacation, paid sick days, parental leave, tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We advance a diverse workforce and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. The New York Times Company is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity, disability, genetic traits, citizenship or military status. All applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s Know Your Rights Poster is available here.
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
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