Business Analyst Director

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Description

Position at Choreograph

Business Analyst Director (Commerce Product)

WHO WE ARE

Choreograph is WPP's global data products and technology company. We're on a mission to transform marketing by building the fastest, most connected data platform that bridges marketing strategy to scaled activation.

We work with agencies and clients to transform the value of data by bringing together technology, data and analytics capabilities. We deliver this through the Open Media Studio, an AI-enabled media and data platform for the next era of advertising.

We're endlessly curious. Our team of thinkers, builders, creators and problem solvers is over 1,000 strong, across 20 markets around the world.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We seek a seasoned Business Analyst at the Director level to lead our team in gathering requirements from stakeholders and shaping the future of our products and platforms. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, strategic vision, and a passion for driving innovation.

As a key player from day one, you will be at the forefront of identifying challenges, reviewing existing solutions, and analyzing partner integrations. Your role will be pivotal in bridging the gap between business objectives and technical implementation, forming the requirements that will shape our product offerings. This is an exciting opportunity for individuals with a background in commerce or performance-based campaign activation who are looking to transition into a product role and make a significant impact in the AdTech industry.

You will be a part of a vibrant group, collaborating with specialist and business teams, demonstrating your technical knowledge, growing your soft/interpersonal skills and to help develop and improve the product offerings of Choreograph.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Lead a small team of analysts in gathering requirements from stakeholders and shaping the direction of product development.
• Conduct market reviews to identify potential partners and innovative solutions.
• Conduct interviews with stakeholders to capture needs and translate them into actionable requirements.
• Perform Competitive market, product and platform reviews.
• Communicate requirements effectively through user stories to product teams for prototype development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and develop strategies for product enhancement.
• Utilize business analysis techniques such as SWOT and SOAR analysis to align data science initiatives with organizational objectives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements to drive continuous improvement in product offerings.
• Ensure compliance with data governance and privacy policies in all activities.
• Interface with the business to outline challenges and review existing solutions, both internal and external.
• Analyze partner integrations to inform product development.
• Act as the interface between the business and the product team, forming requirements for product development.
• Support internal candidates transitioning into a product role, particularly those with a background in commerce or performance-based campaign activation.

WHO YOU ARE

• Proven experience in business analysis, preferably in a leadership role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a team.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strategic thinker with a keen understanding of market dynamics and customer needs.
• Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis techniques.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity.

If you are ready to be at the forefront of the AdTech industry, shaping its future, and driving success for both Choreograph and our clients, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Choreograph is the beating heart of data inside WPP's media investment group, GroupM, the world's leading media investment company responsible for more than $60 billion in annual media investment.. Discover more about Choreograph at www.choreograph.com

GroupM and all its affiliates embrace and celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are a worldwide media agency network that represents global clients. The more inclusive we are, the more great work we can create together.

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