Data & Insights Business Director

At Assembly, we help brands find the change to fuel business growth. We are an award-winning global brand performance agency, home to 1,500 talented people across 25 offices globally. We create unique data, technology and media solutions that enable faster and smarter problem solving and an inspired, collaborative workplace culture. At Assembly we embody three core values: Show Up - actively contribute to a space of personal and collective growth; Make Change - embrace obstacles as opportunities, taking intentional steps to drive positive change; and Win Well - approach success with integrity, responsibility, and a commitment to collaboration, understanding that the journey is as important as the destination. Together, we create an environment that fosters continuous learning, adaptability, and a shared passion for making a meaningful impact.

Are you someone who sees numbers not just as figures, but as powerful stories waiting to be told? Do you thrive on uncovering hidden patterns in data and turning them into game-changing insights? If so, we have a role that's made for you.

We're on the hunt for a Data & Insight Business Director to join our strategy team in a first-of-its-kind position. This isn't just another data role; it's an opportunity to redefine how we use data to drive creative strategy and impact. You'll be at the forefront of pitching, problem-solving, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible-blending technical expertise with creative thinking to transform how we leverage data for storytelling.

This role sits at the heart of our Insight & Connections team, the engine behind all strategic and data-driven intelligence across our EMEA clients. You'll be working alongside a diverse group of 10+ specialists-data analysts, strategists, and media experts-who all share a passion for unlocking smarter ways to drive performance.

Think of this as your opportunity to build something new. You'll not only help clients make sharper, data-driven decisions but also shape how we integrate technology stacks, automate processes, and unlock insights in ways that haven't been done before.

Expect a fast-paced, high-impact role where no two days are the same. You will:

1. Get hands-on with data, writing SQL to clean, structure, and prepare data for insight and analysis.
2. Solve real-world client challenges by collaborating with our Data Solutions team to design data models and pipelines that translate raw numbers into clear, actionable insights.
3. Advise and educate, becoming the go-to expert on media data sources and helping teams and clients extract maximum value from their data.
4. Build smarter ways of working, creating MVP products, dashboards, and tools that make strategic decision-making faster and sharper.
5. Tell better data stories by presenting complex analysis in a way that excites senior stakeholders and sparks action.
6. Upskill the team, training colleagues and clients on how to unearth deeper, more impactful insights from their data.
7. Stay ahead of the game by keeping a pulse on industry trends, competitor strategies, and innovations that could drive performance growth.
8. Lead and inspire, managing and mentoring a team to ensure they grow into top-tier experts in the field.

We need someone with a sharp analytical mind, a love for storytelling through data, and a knack for making the complex feel simple. The ideal candidate will have:

1. A strong grasp of marketing analytics tools like Google Analytics 4 and Adobe Analytics.
2. Hands-on experience with SQL and relational databases.
3. A deep understanding of digital marketing channels, including PPC, SEO, Display, Programmatic, and Social.
4. Experience in a BI, Strategy, or Marketing Effectiveness role-or any role where data has been a key driver.
5. A flair for data visualization and UX design, with the ability to build dashboards that provide clarity and insight.
6. A talent for turning insights into compelling PowerPoint narratives that resonate with stakeholders.
7. Experience using tools like Tableau, Datorama, and Power BI to bring data to life.

Assembly is an advocate for equal opportunity in the workplace. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability and gender identity. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.