Data Strategy Lead

Are you someone who naturally connects business strategy, data and technology and helps others clearly see what’s possible? Do you enjoy working alongside clients at a strategic level, helping them move beyond tactical wins toward long-term transformation?

InterWorks is seeking a Data Strategy Lead to partner closely with clients as they navigate complex data and analytics decisions. This role blends strategy, consulting and account leadership, with a strong focus on delivering measurable business value. You’ll help organizations define where they’re going, design the roadmap to get there and ensure their data and analytics investments drive real outcomes. In this role, you’ll work across internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver thoughtful, scalable solutions. You’ll collaborate with innovative organizations looking for a strategic partner—someone who can help them think holistically, make confident decisions and execute with clarity.

InterWorks supports and expects the responsible use of AI for our workforce. We welcome the responsible use of these tools by job seekers as well and are interested in learning from you; you’ll have an opportunity in the application process to share which tools you used and how you applied them. At InterWorks, we believe in doing great work with great people. If you’re excited about shaping data strategy, building meaningful client partnerships and driving long-term impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Location Preferences:  We’d love for you to join us from one of our Oklahoma offices in Oklahoma City, Tulsa or Stillwater. Remote work may be possible in Raleigh, NC; Atlanta, GA; Dallas–Fort Worth, TX; or Chicago, IL, depending on the situation.  Let’s chat!

Salary Range:  $125,000–$175,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

What You’ll Do

Strategy & Advisory

• Develop and execute data and analytics strategies aligned to client business objectives
• Advise executive stakeholders on analytics platforms, emerging technologies and measurable outcomes
• Design and deliver strategic roadmaps that guide clients through data and analytics platform adoption
• Stay current on industry trends, AI capabilities and emerging technologies, and thoughtfully apply them where they create value
• Deliver billable consulting services, including strategy engagements and hands-on analytics work

Client Development & Account Leadership

• Build and maintain long-term client relationships rooted in trust and value delivery
• Partner with sales and delivery teams to identify growth opportunities
• Help clients understand the business value of analytics investments and define clear next steps
• Own strategic and technical account relationships and act as the strategic point of contact for assigned clients
• Represent InterWorks in key client conversations and strategic planning discussions

What You’ll Need 

Must Haves

• 5+ years of experience in technology leadership, strategic consulting, analytics or a related field
• Proven experience building strategic roadmaps and linking business outcomes to data and analytics solutions
• Strong understanding of the modern data and analytics ecosystem, including cloud platforms and analytics tools
• Ability to identify automation and transformation opportunities where AI can drive operational efficiency and competitive advantage
• Experience advising clients on technology adoption, change management and long-term strategy
• Familiarity with technologies such as Snowflake, Databricks, Sigma, dbt, Microsoft Fabric, Tableau and/or Fivetran
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business narratives
• Track record of building executive relationships and operating effectively with senior client stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced, consultative environment

What We’d Like You to Have

• Experience with project management methodologies
• Familiarity with programming fundamentals like Python
• Background in strategy consulting, analytics consulting or digital transformation initiatives