Senior Manager, Data Insights & Strategy

About the RoleWe are seeking a strategic and hands-on analytics leader to drive the end-to-end delivery of data insights that inform business decisions and organisational strategy. This role combines leadership, advanced analytics, and stakeholder engagement to unlock the value of data and translate it into meaningful outcomes.You will lead a high-performing team to turn complex data into clear, actionable insights, while partnering with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen data-driven decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalytics Leadership & DeliveryLead the compilation, analysis and reporting of key performance indicators, ensuring timely and accurate insights deliveryTranslate complex datasets into actionable recommendations for business and industry stakeholdersOversee data cleaning, ingestion, transformation and analysis across multiple data sourcesStrategy & Insight GenerationDesign and drive analytics strategies using both quantitative and qualitative methodologiesApply statistical techniques, forecasting models and data visualisation tools to generate insightsIdentify trends and emerging issues to guide strategic decision-makingStakeholder Management & CollaborationPartner with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering and business stakeholdersCoordinate with Whole-of-Government (WOG) agencies and external partners on data initiativesProvide advisory on data, analytics and economic impact assessmentsOperations & GovernanceOversee reporting cycles, publications and stakeholder data requestsEnsure high standards of data governance, quality and integrityManage vendors, contracts and end-to-end data operationsTeam LeadershipLead, mentor and develop a high-performing analytics teamFoster a culture of innovation, collaboration and continuous learningGuide the team in aligning analytics outputs with organisational prioritiesWhat We’re Looking ForExperience & ExpertiseMinimum 8 years’ experience in data analytics, including at least 3 years in a leadership roleStrong foundation in analytics, statistics, economics, applied mathematics or related disciplinesProven experience in data wrangling, modelling, visualisation and insight generationFamiliarity with statistical modelling, forecasting and market research methodologiesTechnical SkillsProficiency in analytics tools such as Python, R and SQLExperience working with large, complex datasets and multiple data sourcesAbility to integrate analytics outputs into dashboards or platformsBusiness & CommunicationStrong ability to translate data into business value and strategic recommendationsConfident communicator with experience engaging senior stakeholdersProven ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teamsPersonal AttributesStrong analytical thinking with attention to detailSelf-driven and adaptable in fast-paced environmentsEffective project and stakeholder management skillsCurious mindset with a passion for learning and innovationPreferred (but not essential)Experience in client-side research or applied analytics environmentsKnowledge of economic impact analysis or cost-benefit assessmentWhy Join UsShape strategic decisions through impactful data insightsLead meaningful analytics work with real-world outcomesWork with diverse stakeholders across industries and sectorsGrow and develop a high-performing analytics team"Interested applicants, please email your resume to [email protected] or WhatsApp+65 9118 4028 for a confidential discussion about the role."We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.By sending us your personal data and CV, you are deemed to consent to PERSOL Singapore Pte Ltd and its affiliates to collect, use and disclose your personal data for account creation in GO and the purposes set out in the Privacy Policy https://www.persolsingapore.com/policies. You acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree with GO’s Terms of Use https://go.persolkelly.com/Tac and the Privacy Policy. If you wish to withdraw your consent, please email us at [email protected] Please feel free to contact us if you have any queries. EA License No: 01C4934 PERSOL Singapore Pte LtdEA Personnel No: R1107106 Wong Chee Ann Jacky