Data & Analytics Strategy

Further•Cleveland, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Further is a data, cloud, and AI company focused on helping businesses make the right decisions by leveraging data. We have an award-winning culture and are looking for individuals who are passionate about data and seeking unlimited growth opportunities. Our purpose is to empower people to thrive, which in turn helps businesses thrive. We believe in meaningful work that has a positive impact on both individuals and clients. This Associate Strategy Director role is a leadership position at the intersection of strategy, data, and client impact. You will shape the firm's growth, mature its offerings, and make a measurable impact on clients. Responsibilities include being a senior subject matter expert on client accounts, teaching others how to identify strategic growth opportunities, driving business growth, leading strategic client relationships, and mentoring practitioners. You will apply our Hypothesis-Driven Approach to complex data and digital challenges. This role operates on a hybrid schedule, with the team in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Requirements

10-15 years of experience in full scale customer journey and data ecosystems, with a track record of designing comprehensive analytics, measurement, and optimization programs.
Experience developing complex data strategies and leading cross-functional data initiatives at enterprise scale.
Proven ability to lead client-facing workshops, discovery sessions, and executive presentations, including with net-new prospects.
Strong change management skills and comfort navigating ambiguity at the senior client level.
Demonstrated success mentoring teams and driving measurable results on multi-workstream projects.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Responsibilities

Champion and apply our Hypothesis-Driven Approach across large, complex engagements, communicating it clearly to both internal teams and senior client stakeholders.
Translate client goals into measurable business outcomes; plan, delegate, and lead team execution while crafting a compelling value narrative for every engagement.
Lead business development — from pitches and scoping to proposals and pricing — building trusted partnerships that extend and expand client relationships over time.
Provide strategic direction and mentorship to cross-functional teams, championing the firm's vision, values, and evolving solution offerings.
Own major client engagements end-to-end: influence decision-making, navigate change management, and communicate the downstream impact of new information or constraints on the client's ecosystem.
Partner with Client Services and Business Development to pursue new opportunities and shape the direction of ongoing engagements.