Analytics Lead Jobs in Illinois
Analytics Lead jobs in Illinois are in active demand, concentrated in financial services, healthcare technology, retail and e-commerce, and management consulting, with openings from early-career analysts stepping into lead roles through senior-level principals. Chicago drives the bulk of hiring, with additional activity in Naperville and Schaumburg, where major employers including Allstate, Discover Financial, and United Airlines maintain analytics functions. The most consistent demand is for leads with expertise in marketing analytics, risk and fraud modeling, and supply chain data strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Deliver consistent, trustworthy tracking and reporting across all UCC digital properties.
- Improve lead-to-opportunity conversions from paid and organic channels.
- Grow organic and AI-search visibility for our priority products and markets.
- Put a clear lead-handoff process in place between Marketing and Sales.
- Build repeatable processes for website changes, campaign launches, and major projects.
- Focus Area % of Time
- Websites, SEO and AI-search visibility 25%
- Paid advertising and campaigns 20%
- Analytics, tracking and reporting 25%
- Marketing systems, tools and processes 10%
- Marketing and misc. projects 20%
- Own UCC's websites and acquired-brand sites, working directly in WordPress, Kadence and Elementor to build pages, landing pages, forms, and navigation.
- Diagnose and fix issues with functionality, speed, tracking, indexing, and forms; escalate complex work to developers and hosting partners.
- Lead website redesigns, migrations, and integrations of acquired-company sites, including requirements, testing, and post-launch fixes.
- Maintain website documentation, standards, and the UCC intranet.
- Plan, build, and optimize campaigns in Google Ads and LinkedIn Campaign Manager, including targeting, bidding, and creative testing.
- Build and test landing pages and conversion paths that turn traffic into qualified leads.
- Partner with Sales on campaigns that support pipeline, product launches, and trade shows.
- Work with our retained SEO partner on technical and on-page SEO (crawling, indexing, redirects, schema markup, sitemaps, page speed, and site structure), implementing their recommendations on our websites and holding them accountable for results.
- Run keyword and competitive research with Google Search Console and Semrush to find growth opportunities.
- Lead answer engine and generative engine optimization (AEO/GEO) so UCC shows up in AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Google AI Overviews.
- Work with content owners to structure web content for search, accessibility, and conversion.
- Own GA4, Google Tag Manager, and Search Console setup, including events, conversions, and consent settings for EU sites.
- Create and apply UTM tracking to all campaign links (ads, email, social, QR codes, trade show and partner links), and maintain a shared UTM naming guide so every campaign is measured the same way.
- Investigate drops or spikes in traffic, leads, or ad performance, find the root cause, and fix it.
- Build dashboards in Looker Studio or Power BI and present clear, plain-language findings and recommendations to leadership.
- Own the marketing tool stack (website, analytics, ad platforms, email, and SEO tools), including access, settings, and documentation.
- Define how leads are captured, routed, and handed off to Sales, and track what happens to them.
- Set standards for campaign naming, tracking, and reporting across UCC and acquired companies.
- Evaluate new marketing tools, including marketing automation options, and lead implementation when approved.
- Use AI tools responsibly to speed up content production, analysis, and reporting.
- Lead various marketing projects end to end, including website launches and acquired-brand integrations, as well as ad hoc projects such as the sales meeting held every two years.
- Build and run project plans, timelines, and status updates; flag risks early and keep stakeholders aligned.
- Coordinate internal teams, acquired companies, agencies, and vendors, and hold them accountable for deliverables.
- For events, oversee venue and vendor coordination, registration, communications, materials, and on-site execution.
- Capture lessons learned and turn them into repeatable playbooks.
- Support email campaigns, including segmentation, build, testing, and performance reporting.
- Support LinkedIn and other social channels with campaign content and performance tracking.
- Support content creation for the website and digital channels, including blogs, case studies, project spotlights, and other content that builds visibility and drives leads.
- Maintain the library of photos, video, and brand assets.
- Work closely with the marketing team and support broader department needs and priorities as they arise.
- Act as the go-to resource for digital, analytics, and website questions, helping colleagues use data and tools effectively.
- Collaborate closely with acquisition partners, Sales, Product Management, and Global Product Development to align marketing efforts with business priorities.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Digital Marketing, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years of hands-on digital marketing experience, with growing technical ownership.
- Proven results managing Google Ads and LinkedIn Ads campaigns and budgets.
- Hands-on experience administering websites in WordPress; Kadence and/or Elementor experience strongly preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of GA4, Google Tag Manager, and Google Search Console, including setting up and troubleshooting conversion tracking.
- Experience analyzing marketing performance and turning data into clear reports and recommendations.
- Working knowledge of technical SEO (indexing, redirects, schema, sitemaps, and page speed) and experience partnering with SEO agencies to implement recommendations.
- Track record leading multi-stakeholder projects or events with defined budgets and deadlines.
- Experience managing agencies, developers, and vendors.
- Ability to explain data and technical issues clearly to non-technical audiences.
- B2B experience in industrial, manufacturing, engineering, energy, or environmental sectors.
- Experience owning marketing tools, lead management processes, or a marketing automation platform, including implementation.
- Experience managing multiple brands, websites, or acquired businesses.
- Familiarity with AEO/GEO and structured data for AI-driven search.
- Experience turning marketing data into clear, self-service dashboards for non-technical audiences
- Working knowledge of GDPR, cookie consent, and Google Consent Mode.
- Google Ads, AI Essentials, GA4, SEMrush certifications.
- Ability to dig into problems until you find the root cause, then fix it.
- Organized and calm when juggling several projects and deadlines.
- Take ownership without waiting to be asked, and you know when to escalate.
- Build trust across Marketing, Sales, acquired companies, and outside partners.
- Drive to keep learning as search, analytics, and AI tools change.
- Consistently act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Ability to sit or stand at a computer for about 80% of the day.
- Ability to lift 25 pounds to move marketing materials and help set up events and trade shows.
- Occasional travel to conferences, trade shows, the sales meeting, and UCC locations.
- People – we trust and invest in our people, unlocking their full potential and they always come first
- Teamwork – we respect others and create a collaborative working environment of inclusion and inspiration
- Integrity – we are truthful and respectful to customers, employees, community and suppliers
- Customer Satisfaction – we keep existing customers by delivering exceptional customer service
- Innovative –we encourage resourceful problem solving in the face of adversity
- Insurance: Medical, Dental, Life, Disability, Employee Assistance Programs and Voluntary Options such as Vision, HSA, FSA (Medical, Dental, Vision and Dependent Care), Accident, Identity Theft, Legal coverage
- Retirement: 401(k) with up to 4% company match, Pre-Tax and Roth Options, and discretionary Annual Profit-Sharing contribution
- Time Off: 10 days of Vacation, Vacation Purchase Plan up to 10 days purchased per year, 5 days of Sick and 10 Holidays, Parental Leave, FMLA
- Miscellaneous: Student Debt Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement, Certification and License Reimbursement, Personalized Professional Development Plans and Career Path Options.
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- Consulting & Professional Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in analytics lead jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, mathematics, or a related quantitative field
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional analytics projects or managing junior analysts
- Proficiency in SQL, Python, or R for data extraction, modeling, and reporting
- Experience with business intelligence tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker
- Ability to translate complex analytical findings into clear recommendations for non-technical stakeholders
- Familiarity with cloud data platforms such as Snowflake, BigQuery, or AWS Redshift
Analytics Lead Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a analytics lead in Illinois?
Analytics lead roles in Illinois do not require a state-issued license or registration. Employers typically look for a bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, data science, economics, or computer science, along with several years of hands-on analytics experience. Moving into a lead role usually means demonstrating project ownership, mentorship of junior analysts, and strong communication skills. Many Illinois employers promote from senior analyst or data analyst positions internally.
How much do analytics leads make in Illinois?
Analytics leads in Illinois earn a median of about $106,560 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $68,810 for the lowest 10% to over $168,880 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire analytics leads in Illinois?
Employers hiring analytics leads in Illinois right now include AbbVie, Huron Consulting, and Nufarm, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of financial services headquarters, large health systems, and retail corporations makes it one of the more consistently active markets for this role in the Midwest.
Which Illinois cities have the most analytics lead jobs?
Chicago, Alsip, and Mettawa have the most analytics lead openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates because it is home to the headquarters and major offices of financial firms, insurers, and technology companies that run large analytics functions, while suburban hubs like Naperville and Schaumburg contribute openings tied to corporate campuses for companies in insurance, manufacturing, and professional services.
Are there remote analytics lead jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most fields. Analytics lead work is desk-based and data-driven, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 78% of analytics lead openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how widely Illinois employers have adopted flexible work models for this function. Strategic and reporting-focused parts of the role tend to be the most remote-eligible, while roles requiring close collaboration with embedded operations teams are more likely to be hybrid.
How can I get hired as a analytics lead in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into an analytics lead role from a senior analyst or data analyst position within the same organization. Large Illinois employers in financial services and healthcare, including firms headquartered in Chicago's Loop and the North Shore suburbs, regularly hire entry-level data analysts and develop them into leads over time. Building a portfolio of end-to-end projects, earning a credential such as the Google Data Analytics Certificate or a relevant graduate certificate from an Illinois university, and targeting associate analytics roles with team lead components gives candidates without prior lead experience a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to analytics lead jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to analytics lead jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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