Lead Data Analyst

Location: Bengaluru

Lead Data Analyst

Join us at OGS
We are OGS—Omnicom's Integrated Solutions Engine that brings together a global talent community and connected capabilities in data, creative, media, commerce, and technology to build adaptive, future-ready solutions.
We are redefining the global capability center - not as an offshoring hub, but as a true inside edge. OGS is the place where the future is tested, built, and scaled for the world’s most ambitious agencies and clients.
With over  4300+ talented professionals in India , we are proud to be a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative community that thrives on innovation and excellence. Our teams work with some of the world’s most iconic brands, helping them move faster and achieve more—everywhere. We are growing rapidly and looking for passionate individuals to be part of this journey.

JOB PURPOSE
The Lead Data Analyst is responsible for providing technical leadership across analytical engagements while driving high-quality, client-ready deliverables. The role combines advanced analytical expertise, stakeholder partnership and team leadership to translate complex business challenges into scalable data-driven solutions. The Lead Data Analyst establishes analytical best practices, mentors team members, and champions continuous improvement to strengthen delivery excellence across projects.

YOUR ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
Analytical Leadership
Lead complex analytical engagements.
Define analytical approaches, methodologies and success measures for business and marketing initiatives.
Translate complex business questions into scalable analytical solutions that drive decision making.
Delivery Excellence
Oversee the quality, accuracy and consistency of analytical deliverables across projects.
Review analytical outputs and provide technical guidance to ensure client-ready delivery.
Establish best practices for reporting, visualization, documentation and analytical governance.
Team Leadership
Present complex analytical findings and influence business decisions through compelling storytelling.
Mentor and coach analysts to strengthen technical capability and business acumen.
Promote knowledge sharing, collaboration and analytical best practices across the team.
Support capability development through coaching, feedback and technical leadership.
Innovation & Continuous Improvement
Drive automation, standardization and process improvement initiatives that improve delivery efficiency and quality.
Evaluate and adopt emerging analytical tools, AI capabilities and technologies that enhance business value.
Contribute to the evolution of analytical frameworks, governance standards and reusable assets.

REQUIRED SKILLS
Expert SQL skills for complex data extraction, transformation and optimization.
Advanced proficiency in Python and Excel for analytical automation and data analysis.
Strong experience with reporting and visualization platforms (Power BI, Tableau or similar).
Strong understanding of statistical analysis, experimentation and marketing analytics.
Experience designing scalable analytical solutions and implementing governance best practices.
Demonstrated ability to mentor analysts and lead technical delivery across multiple projects.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Academic Background
Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or another quantitative discipline.

Working experience : 8+ years

Languages
Intermediate English proficiency (B2 reading, writing and conversation).

SKILLS / COMPETENCIES
Leadership & Communication
Influences stakeholders through clear communication and data-driven recommendations.
Communicates effectively with technical teams, business stakeholders and leadership.
Builds trusted relationships through credibility, collaboration and professionalism.
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