[Remote] Analytics Lead

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Viral Nation specializes in building social-first ecosystems for brands to connect with the modern consumer journey. As an Analytics Lead, you will leverage data to drive informed decision-making, working collaboratively across departments to extract meaningful insights that guide strategy for both the organization and its clients.ResponsibilitiesServe as a senior analytics partner to account, strategy, and executive stakeholders, translating business objectives into scalable, best-in-class measurement frameworks that power social-first and commerce-driven growthAct as the trusted advisor to executive leadership, shaping marketing, retail, and digital investment decisions through clear, data-driven insights tied to revenue impactOwn the end-to-end measurement strategy across paid media, influencer, social, and retail media, ensuring a direct and measurable connection between spend and commercial outcomesForecast and quantify incremental revenue and retail lift across eCommerce and brick-and-mortar partners by developing predictive models that link media investment, influencer engagement, and social performance to sales velocity and conversionDesign and operationalize advanced ROI frameworks, including brand lift, sales lift, incrementality testing, multi-touch attribution, and marketing mix modeling to optimize channel mix, budget allocation, and long-term growthBuild scalable systems to evaluate influencer effectiveness, content performance, audience growth, and conversion impact, translating insights into creative and platform optimization strategiesIdentify emerging consumer behavior and digital engagement trends to inform brand strategy, innovation pipelines, and go-to-market planningLead, mentor, and scale a high-performing analytics team, cultivating a culture of analytical rigor, commercial acumen, and executive-level storytellingOversee the development of scalable data infrastructure, including structured databases, automated reporting workflows, dashboards, and standardized executive reportingSkillsExtensive experience in marketing, media, or agency environments, with demonstrated ability to apply analytics and research to drive client strategy and business outcomesBachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field (Social Sciences, Statistics, Data Science, Business Analytics, or related discipline), or equivalent practical experience7–10+ years of progressive experience in research, analytics, and measurement, with a proven track record of leading complex, high-impact initiativesAdvanced expertise in primary and secondary research methodologies, including brand tracking, brand and communications strategy, brand lift studies, regression analysis, Market Mix Modeling, social listening, and digital and site analyticsDeep technical proficiency in analytics and BI technologies, including Python and SQL for analysis and data modeling, Google Cloud Platform, BigQuery, and Snowflake for data infrastructure, and BI tools such as Sigma or comparable platforms for scalable reporting and dashboardingDemonstrated ability to architect and optimize analytics workflows, data pipelines, and reporting systems that support automation, scalability, and self-serve insightsStrong executive-level communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholdersProven ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior client stakeholders, providing strategic guidance grounded in data, research rigor, and business contextBenefitsIn addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package designed to support our team as they grow with us.Company OverviewViral Nation is a global influencer, marketing, and talent agency. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, CAN, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://www.viralnation.com.