Product Analytics Manager (relocation to dubai) - dubai based
Role Overview
Our client is looking for a seasoned analytics leader to head it's global Product Analytics function. You will define the vision, scale a high-performing team, and ensure data-driven insights drive product strategy and business growth. This role requires a mix of technical depth, leadership excellence, and the ability to turn data into clear, actionable narratives for senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Growth
* Lead and expand the Product Analytics team across multiple domains and global locations.
* Hire, coach, and develop analysts into effective data storytellers who deliver actionable insights.
* Foster a culture of ownership, collaboration, and high performance.
Analytics Strategy & Execution
* Define and execute the analytics strategy, making data a competitive advantage.
* Partner with senior leadership to ensure analytics directly influence business and product direction.
* Manage project intake, prioritize initiatives, and allocate resources against strategic priorities.
Data-Driven Insights & Enablement
* Define and maintain critical business metrics to track performance and inform decisions.
* Design and run experiments, build dashboards, and create visualizations that communicate results at scale.
* Provide technical mentorship on advanced analytics and ensure high standards for data quality.
* Answer complex business questions with ad-hoc SQL queries to guide critical decisions.
Collaboration & Systems
* Partner with data engineering to build and maintain scalable ETLs, pipelines, and automations.
* Ensure robust, accurate, and low-latency reporting to support real-time decision-making.
* Collaborate cross-functionally to embed analytics into product planning and execution.
What We’re Looking For
Experience
* Advanced degree in a quantitative field (Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Data Science, Mathematics, or related).
* 8+ years of professional experience in analytics roles, preferably in technology.
* 3+ years of direct people management experience in building and scaling analytics teams.
* Proven track record leading cross-functional analytics initiatives with measurable business impact.
* Strong experience shipping and iterating on products using data-driven insights.
Technical Skills
* Advanced proficiency in SQL; strong skills in Python and/or R.
* Experience working with large, complex datasets.
* Expertise in building impactful dashboards and visualizations (Tableau, Power BI, etc.).
* Familiarity with data pipelines, ETLs, and automation for scalable analytics.
Leadership & Soft Skills
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management, with the ability to influence at senior levels.
* Strong project management and prioritization skills; able to deliver results end-to-end.
* Critical thinker with sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
* Passion for developing people and enabling team success.