Analytics Delivery Leader

Pacific Life • Newport Beach, CA

2d

About The Position

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own. We’re actively seeking a talented Analytics Delivery Leader to join our Advanced Analytics team in Newport Beach, CA. As Director of Analytics Delivery, you’ll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by orchestrating the end-to-end delivery of analytics and AI/ML initiatives, from discovery through deployment, with repeatable model/product delivery methods. You and your team will align the Advanced Analytics portfolio to strategic outcomes and prove ROI through standardized value measurement and realization. You will fill an existing role that leads a team of 5 people in the Consumer Markets division. Your colleagues will include Directors of Analytics Engineering, Visualization Engineering, and Data Science. Partnerships with those leaders, along with support for the analytics stakeholders, will be critical to the success of our thriving practice. How you’ll help move us forward: Translate enterprise strategy into an analytics portfolio roadmap, including the integration of AI across critical data products. Run epic intake/prioritization using lean economic prioritization Establish portfolio OKRs and value hypotheses for each initiative; socialize alignment with business owners and finance Define and own the Value Realization Framework—baseline KPIs, target benefits, benefit tracking, adoption KPIs, and financial reconciliation at initiative and portfolio levels Standardize planning/reporting, cadence, and portfolio ceremonies (PI planning, epic Kanban, Measure‑and‑Grow). Coach managers in agile delivery across multiple teams Create executive & stakeholder transparency—portfolio KPI dashboards; manage dependencies, compliance, and Responsible AI Build and mentor high performing delivery managers and drive continuous improvement Champion Advanced Analytics' capabilities by advocating for the team’s expertise, fostering cross-functional partnerships, and marketing the measurable value delivered across business units. Drive awareness and adoption of analytics solutions by communicating impact stories and strategic wins to stakeholders at all levels. The experience you bring: 10+ year experience in data/analytics programs Proven multi‑team delivery and portfolio governance (SAFe LPM or equivalent) Expertise across data platforms (e.g., Snowflake/BigQuery), BI (Tableau/Power BI), analytics engineering (dbt/ELT), and MLOps Evidence of initiative ROI ownership and benefit realization in analytics/AI contexts You can be who you are. People come first here. We’re committed to an inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment at www.pacificlife.com. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife. Benefits start Day 1. Your wellbeing is important. We’re committed to providing flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

Requirements

• 10+ year experience in data/analytics programs
• Proven multi‑team delivery and portfolio governance (SAFe LPM or equivalent)
• Expertise across data platforms (e.g., Snowflake/BigQuery), BI (Tableau/Power BI), analytics engineering (dbt/ELT), and MLOps
• Evidence of initiative ROI ownership and benefit realization in analytics/AI contexts

Responsibilities

• Translate enterprise strategy into an analytics portfolio roadmap, including the integration of AI across critical data products.
• Run epic intake/prioritization using lean economic prioritization
• Establish portfolio OKRs and value hypotheses for each initiative; socialize alignment with business owners and finance
• Define and own the Value Realization Framework—baseline KPIs, target benefits, benefit tracking, adoption KPIs, and financial reconciliation at initiative and portfolio levels
• Standardize planning/reporting, cadence, and portfolio ceremonies (PI planning, epic Kanban, Measure‑and‑Grow).
• Coach managers in agile delivery across multiple teams
• Create executive & stakeholder transparency—portfolio KPI dashboards; manage dependencies, compliance, and Responsible AI
• Build and mentor high performing delivery managers and drive continuous improvement
• Champion Advanced Analytics' capabilities by advocating for the team’s expertise, fostering cross-functional partnerships, and marketing the measurable value delivered across business units.
• Drive awareness and adoption of analytics solutions by communicating impact stories and strategic wins to stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and a Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed