Strategy & Analytics Lead, Workiva

• 6+ years of experience in business intelligence, data analytics, or a related technical role
• Deep understanding of SaaS business models and how analytics drives business outcomes
• Experience leading cross-functional data projects in the technology sector
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline

Desirable

• This role will report to the Director of Decision Science and is a part of the Data & Analytics organization within Business Technology (BT). BT powers Workiva’s growth, enhances the employee experience, and boosts organizational productivity with tech-driven transformation and innovative solutions. The Data & Analytics team drives data-driven decisions and innovations across Workiva
• As a Strategy & Analytics Lead at Workiva, you will serve as a technical leader and strategic partner within the Decision Science team. While a Senior Analyst masters the how of data, a Lead Analyst defines the what and the why
• You will operate at the intersection of deep technical architecture and executive-level business strategy, driving the evolution of our data ecosystem
• You will be responsible for high-impact initiatives that influence the trajectory of our Data & Analytics organization, ensuring that our insights are not just accurate, but transformative
• Architect Complex Insights: Lead the end-to-end design of sophisticated analytical frameworks. You won't just analyze datasets; you will define the methodologies that allow us to measure the health of the entire Workiva engine
• Proactive Discovery: Act as a "data scout," identifying latent patterns and business risks before they reach the executive radar. You will move the organization from reactive reporting to predictive and prescriptive intelligence
• Scale through Systems: Lead the design and evolution of our next-generation self-service data products, ensuring the architecture is robust, scalable, and intuitive for a global user base
• Narrative Leadership: Master the art of "data translation." You will craft and deliver compelling narratives to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), turning high-dimensional data into clear strategic bets
• Decision Support: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing the analytical backbone for "big swing" organizational shifts in Sales, Finance, and Product
• Cross-Functional Catalyst: Bridge the gap between disparate business units GTM (Marketing, Customer Success, Finance, Marketing and ELT) to create a "single source of truth." You will facilitate alignment where business objectives might conflict
• Requirements Visionary: Don't just take orders; consult with stakeholders to redefine their needs, ensuring that technical requirements align with long-term enterprise goals
• Guardianship: Set the gold standard for data integrity, security, and documentation. You will mentor others on the Decision Science team in best practices for data flow logic and reproducible research
• Democratization & Mentorship: Partner with Data, Analytical Engineering, Data Product Managers and stakeholders to design curated data layers. You are a culture-carrier, mentoring senior and mid-level analysts to elevate the collective "data IQ" of the company
• Innovation: Pioneer the adoption of new BI tools, ML integrations, and analytical methodologies to keep Workiva at the cutting edge of Business Technology
• For remote working opportunities, a stable internet connection is required