What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead, Analyst Data & Analytics (Stamford, CT) position at United Rentals Life?
- _Great company. Great people. Great opportunities._**
The Lead Analyst is a senior-level individual contributor responsible for driving the strategic use of data to inform business decisions and enterprise direction. This position sits at the intersection of business intelligence (BI), advanced SQL querying, data modeling, and analytics strategy. The successful candidate will serve as both a subject matter expert and hands-on practitioner—developing frameworks and leading initiatives that unlock the full value of the organization's data assets.
This role is ideal for a highly experienced analyst who brings strategic thinking, technical leadership, stakeholder influence, and a business-outcomes orientation. The successful candidate will also serve as a mentor to peers, a partner to IT and business stakeholders, and a leader in shaping the future of data architecture and analytics capabilities.
What You'll Do
- Business Intelligence & Analytics Development
- Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Influence
- SQL Development & Query Optimization
- Data Modeling & Architecture Leadership
- Governance, Standards & Risk Management
- Technical Leadership & Cross-Team Collaboration
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Statistics, Business or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in business intelligence, analytics, or related fields
- Expertise in SQL development, including query optimization and troubleshooting
- Strong background in data modeling (logical and physical) for analytics platforms and data warehouses
- Proficiency with BI and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker, Qlik, Sigma)
- Proficiency in advanced mathematical/statistical techniques
- Deep understanding of data warehousing, dimensional modeling, and metadata management
- Foundational knowledge of data governance principles and compliance frameworks
- Strategic thinking with strong business acumen and stakeholder management skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to translate complexity into clarity
- Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with Agile, Scrum, or other project management methodologies
- Passion for leveraging data to improve business outcomes and drive innovation
Benefits
We don't just “talk the talk!” We're an award-winning company (recently named a Glassdoor Best Place to Work in 2023) that truly cares about our people - That's why we offer best-in-class benefits and perks that will support you and your family. In addition to our health and financial plans, we also offer:
- Paid Parental Leave
- United Compassion Fund
- Employee Discount Program
- Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
- Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
- Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
- Paid Sick Leave
- An inclusive and welcoming culture
United Rentals, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes employment decisions regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other status protected by law. If you need a reasonable accommodation at any point of the application process, please email careers@ur.com for assistance.
At United Rentals, we proudly hire active duty members, veterans, reservists, and their families. The values that define your service—leadership, discipline, integrity, and teamwork—are the same values that drive our success. With many veterans already part of our team, we're ready to help you transition into a rewarding career.
_ **United Rentals consists of a wide variety of roles with different duties and responsibilities. The actual pay rate offered to candidates varies depending upon a wide range of factors including specific position, location, education, training, experience, skills, and ability.** _
