Data Director
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Job description
Due to continuous growth, Leadtech is excited to welcome an experienced and strategic Data Director to lead the global Data department and elevate how data supports decision-making across the entire organization.
As Data Director, you will define and drive Leadtech's global data, analytics, and BI vision, ensuring data is trusted, scalable, and impactful across all business units and markets. You will be responsible for the leadership, performance, and evolution of the Data function at group level, managing a multidisciplinary team of approximately 20 people, including team leads and senior specialists.
You will work closely with Executive Leadership and senior stakeholders across Product, Tech, Marketing, Finance, HR, and Operations to transform data into actionable insights that fuel growth, efficiency, and innovation.
If you are passionate about building and leading high-performing data organizations, enabling business teams through insights, and turning complexity into clarity at scale, this role is for you., * Define and own Leadtech's global Data, BI & Insights strategy, aligning it with business objectives and long-term growth plans
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Lead, mentor, and develop the global Data department, fostering collaboration, accountability, and excellence across teams
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Manage and scale a multidisciplinary Data organization of ~20 people, including team leads and specialists in:
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Data Analytics
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Data Science
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Business Intelligence
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Data Engineering
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Analytics Engineering
Establish and enforce data governance, quality standards, and best practices to ensure reliable, secure, and compliant data usage
Drive the evolution of Leadtech's BI ecosystem, dashboards, and reporting frameworks to enable self-service analytics and faster decision-making
Partner with Executive Leadership and Heads of Department to define key metrics, KPIs, and insight needs across the business
Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Oversee data architecture, tooling, and analytics platforms in close collaboration with Tech and Engineering teams
Promote and embed a data-driven culture across the organization, improving data literacy and adoption at all levels
Prioritize analytics and data initiatives based on business impact, ROI, and strategic value
Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (GDPR, etc.) and internal security standards
Represent the DBI function at leadership forums and contribute to company-wide strategic decisions
Requirements
We're looking for a senior leader who combines strong technical expertise with business acumen and outstanding people leadership. Ideally, you bring:
- Proven experience in a senior data leadership role (Director / Head of Data / Head of BI or similar)
- Strong background in Business Intelligence, Analytics, and Data Strategy within digital, tech, or product-driven environments
- Demonstrated experience leading and scaling global data teams
- Deep understanding of BI tools, data warehouses, analytics platforms, and modern data stacks
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and advise at executive level
- Solid understanding of KPIs, metrics frameworks, and decision-making processes across Product, Marketing, Finance, HR, and Operations
- Experience working in international, fast-growing, and agile environments
- Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to turn data into compelling stories
- A strategic mindset combined with a pragmatic, hands-on leadership approach when needed
- Fluency in English & Spanish
Benefits & conditions
WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN US?
Growth and career development
- At Leadtech, we prioritize your growth. Enjoy a flexible career path with personalized internal training and an annual budget for external learning opportunities.
Work-Life balance
- Benefit from a flexible schedule with flextime (7 - 9:30 a.m. start, 3:30 - 6 p.m. end) and the option of working full remote or from our Barcelona office. Enjoy free Friday afternoons with a 7-hour workday, plus a 35-hour workweek in July and August so you can savor summer!
Comprehensive benefits
- Competitive salary, full-time permanent contract, and top-tier private health insurance (including dental and psychological services).
- 25 days of vacation plus your birthday off, with flexible vacation options-no blackout days!
Unique Perks
- If you wish to come, in our office in Barcelona you'll find it complete with free coffee, fresh fruit, snacks, a game room, and a rooftop terrace with stunning Mediterranean views.
- Additional benefits include ticket restaurant and nursery vouchers, paid directly from your gross salary.
Join us in an environment where you're free to innovate, learn, and grow alongside passionate professionals. At Leadtech, you'll tackle exciting challenges and be part of a vibrant team dedicated to delivering exceptional user experiences