Data Director

About Us

At Leadtech, we've been redefining digital businesses since 2009, creating innovative online solutions that reach millions of users every month. With a diverse team of over 900 members from 23+ nationalities, we're united by a passion for creativity and collaboration. We specialize in delivering user‑centric experiences across web and mobile platforms, where people can connect with our products like never before. We're proud of our global reach and committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every individual contributes to our shared vision of bringing cutting‑edge projects to life.

About The Role

Due to continuous growth, Leadtech is excited to welcome an experienced and strategic DBI Director (Data & Business Intelligence) to lead the global DBI department and elevate how data supports decision‑making across the entire organization.

As DBI 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 lead a multidisciplinary team of approximately 20 people, managing 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.

YOUR MISSION

• Define and own Leadtech's global Data, BI & Insights strategy, aligning it with business objectives and long‑term growth plans.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the global DBI department, fostering collaboration, accountability, and excellence across teams.
• Manage and scale a multidisciplinary DBI organization of 20 people, including team leads and specialists in Data Analytics, Data Science, Business Intelligence, Data Engineering, and 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.
• Prioritise 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

• 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

• Growth and career development: flexible career path with personalized internal training and an annual budget for external learning opportunities.
• Work‑life balance: flexible schedule with flextime (7‑9:30 a.m. start, 3:30‑6 p.m. end), option for full remote or Barcelona office, free Friday afternoons with a 7‑hour workday, and a 35‑hour workweek in July and August.
• Comprehensive benefits: competitive salary, full‑time permanent contract, top‑tier private health insurance (including dental and psychological services), 25 days of vacation plus birthday off, no blackout days for vacation.
• Unique perks: free coffee, fresh fruit, snacks, game room, rooftop terrace with Mediterranean views, ticket restaurant and nursery vouchers paid directly from gross salary.

Location

Flexible – you can choose to work fully remote or in our Barcelona office (Blue Building, seafront). The role supports global responsibilities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Leadtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, encouraging applications from people with different backgrounds, interests, and personal circumstances. We welcome applicants regardless of race, gender, age, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and/or disabilities. All we need is your high energy, skills, and willingness to be part of a great project.