Director of International Data & Analytics

Overview:

The NFL Data & Analytics team is looking for an experienced Director, reporting to the VP of Data & Analytics and based in the New York corporate headquarters, to lead the International Fan Analytics and Data Science team.  This critical position will collaborate across markets, external partners and key internal stakeholders to enable fan growth and engagement through advanced analytics and data-driven solutions, allowing us to strengthen the NFL as a global property.  This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about leveraging data science and analytics to drive outcomes, demonstrates both technical and business acumen, has a track record of driving strategy through to market execution, excels in a fast-paced collaborative environment, and is an inspiring leader who can build high performing teams.  

Responsibilities

• Be the trusted data & analytics advisor to our stakeholders across the globe in shaping and executing our international fan growth and engagement strategies
• Manage and develop a team of high performing data scientists and analysts
• Answer complex business questions using advanced analytics, statistics, and data science techniques
• Build International audiences, testing strategies, models, etc to enable fan acquisition, engagement, and retention strategies through direct-to-consumer marketing & media channels, owned & operated properties, and events
• Collaborate with global functional partners including marketing, media partnerships, data engineering, ESP, agency, legal, privacy & consent, and data governance to ensure flawless execution of go-to-market initiatives
• Develop market specific Fan KPI goals and measurement/pacing tools to inform short- and long-term strategic initiatives and investments

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in Data Science, Business Analytics, Economics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field, and 3-5+ years' experience leading a data science or analytics team
• Inspiring and passionate leader with a history of developing high performing teams
• Track record of developing advanced analytic insights and creating scalable data-driven solutions to drive quantifiable business outcomes and enhanced customer experiences
• Exhibits ability to develop analytical roadmaps and strategies (including KPI development and tracking) as well as success in bringing cross-functional stakeholders together to execute these plans as go-to-market initiatives
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills and a proven ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience activating and measuring omni-channel targeted marketing campaigns and customer treatment strategies.  Should be familiar with test & learn strategies, MarTech, etc.
• Experience working with large, complex, disparate, sensitive individual-level, datasets using SQL, Python, statistical methods, machine learning frameworks, etc
• Solid understanding of data management & governance principles, including identity, matching, privacy and marketing consent protocols.
• Experience working with global customer data or the sports industry a plus

Travel

• Yes, occasional travel to regional stakeholder offices both U.S. and outside U.S.

Terms / Expected Hours of Work

• NFL employees are required to work 40 hours per week.
• Overtime – No
• FLSA Exempt

The NFL maintains a Flexible Workplace Policy that provides members of our workforce with opportunities to periodically work from a location of their choice while maintaining a priority on in-person work at an NFL office, which enables us to more effectively collaborate, connect, and build a workplace culture that will drive our continued success. 

The NFL is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment that reflects our incredibly diverse fan base. We provide an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all employees and applicants without regard to status as protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

WHO WE ARE:

NFL Core Values:

• Respect: Everyone matters. We celebrate diverse opinions, honor hard work, and value every contribution.
• Integrity: We do what's right, even when it's tough. We hold ourselves accountable and always follow through.
• Team Responsibility: We support each other and our communities. No one is bigger than the game, and every action impacts others.
• Resiliency: We set high standards, overcome adversity, and adapt to challenges, always striving for excellence.

NFL Leadership Attributes:

• Build Talent: We develop and nurture potential, empowering individuals to grow and succeed.
• Execute: We take action with precision, delivering results that drive our goals forward.
• Inspire: We motivate others through vision, energy, and a commitment to excellence.
• Live Our Values: We embody our core principles in every decision and action.
• Know the Business: We stay informed, understand our industry, and make decisions that strengthen our position.
• Think Big: We challenge the status quo, envision bold possibilities, and strive for transformative impact

WHO YOU ARE:

Talent Attributes:   What we expect for our employees:

• Embody an enthusiastic, proactive can-do attitude 
• Embrace grit, free from ego or entitlement
• Excel as a relationship builder, with the ability to influence
• Eager learner, driven by passion rather than just ambition
• Encompasses an incredible work ethic with an agile mindset