Data Visualization & Analytics Design Lead

Data Visualization & Analytics Design Lead

Assistant Director

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The Opportunity

EY’s Global Insights team is looking for a Data Visualization & Analytics Design Lead who can transform complex data into compelling visual narratives and intuitive digital experiences.

This role goes beyond traditional dashboarding. You will shape how insights are communicated across EY by designing interactive, narrative-driven data experiences for both external thought leadership (EY.com) and internal analytics products.

You will work at the intersection of data, design, and technology, partnering with researchers, analysts, data scientists, and engineers to create best-in-class visualization and analytics solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Data Storytelling & Visualization

• Lead the design of data-driven narratives that communicate complex insights clearly and effectively
• Translate analytical outputs into compelling visual stories and interactive experiences
• Design interactive visualizations, exploratory tools, and storytelling interfaces for EY.com
• Identify key insights within datasets and present them using best-in-class visualization techniques

Analytics Product & UX Design

• Lead UI/UX design for analytics products including dashboards, platforms, and tools
• Design user-centered, intuitive analytics interfaces that enhance decision-making
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure designs are scalable and production-ready
• Drive consistency in design systems, interaction patterns, and user experience

Innovation & Capability Building

• Establish best practices in data visualization, storytelling, and interaction design
• Introduce modern approaches such as interactive storytelling, web-based visualization, and narrative analytics
• Mentor team members and elevate design maturity across EY Insights
• Conduct design workshops, usability testing, and feedback sessions

Skills & Experience

Must-Have Skills

• Strong experience in Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, and Information Design
• Proven experience in UI/UX design for analytics or data products
• Expertise in designing interactive dashboards and visualization experiences
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, engaging visual communication
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (data scientists, analysts, engineers)

Technical Skills (Must-Have)

• Power BI (or similar BI tools)
• D3.js / JavaScript-based visualization libraries
• HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Figma (or similar design/prototyping tools)

Good-to-Have Skills

• Experience with tools like Flourish, Adobe Creative Suite
• Knowledge of SQL, JSON, SVG, Power Query, DAX
• Experience in web-based and front-end visualization development
• Exposure to interactive storytelling platforms and digital publishing

What We Look For

• A data storyteller who can combine analytical thinking with design excellence
• A UI/UX-focused designer with experience in analytics or data products
• Someone who enjoys exploring data to uncover meaningful insights
• A creative problem solver who simplifies complexity through design
• A collaborative partner comfortable working across research, analytics, and engineering teams
• A curious mindset with a passion for innovation in data visualization

What This Role Is (and Is Not)

This role is    

• Design-led  
• Storytelling-focused  
• Product + UX oriented  
• Interactive visualization-driven

This role is NOT

• Pure BI reporting
• Only dashboard development
• MIS/reporting-focused

Keywords Embedded for Better Talent Matching

Data Visualization Data Storytelling Information Design UI/UX Design Analytics Product Design Interactive Visualization Dashboard Development Power BI D3.js JavaScript Figma