--- title: 'Practice Lead, Data & Analytics at Qvest US' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/practice-lead-data-analytics-qvest-us-los-angeles-1tfywrgfdtry' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-09' --- # Practice Lead, Data & Analytics at Qvest US - **Company:** Qvest US - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2025-11-10 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-09 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/qvest.us/24364d00-bfa4-4726-bc64-a6a93031d8bf ## Job description ## Who We Are Qvest US is the global leader in technology and business consulting for the Media & Entertainment and Consumer Packaged Goods & Retail industries. We strategize, advise, design, develop and implement future-forward business & technology solutions. With expertise in digital media supply chain, data & analytics, IP & rights management, broadcast transformation, Salesforce and applied AI, our exceptionally talented teams partner with Fortune 1,000 companies to revolutionize markets and set new industry standards. Who We're Seeking Qvest US is seeking an experienced Data & Analytics practitioner to lead our US Data & Analytics practice. You will be responsible for leading the D&A practice including technical direction, business development, team development and project delivery. This includes leading interactions with customers and channel partners, as well as internal stakeholders to promote the Qvest D&A practice and actively participate in the growth of Qvest. The Practice Lead will work closely across Practices, Business Units, and Sales & Marketing to communicate strategy, offerings, and innovation within the practice, identifying opportunities for new and existing services and solutions that can be offered to clients. The role will also be responsible for working closely with clients in identifying their business needs and providing technical solutions. You will provide operational management on a regular basis to ensure that the business is set up to successfully impact Qvest revenue, retention, growth, and customer satisfaction. ## What You'll Do - P&L Management and Business Development - Take responsibility for the Data & Analytics practice revenue and annual budgets, showing year over year growth. - Partner with vendors, leadership and sales to identify customer opportunities. Once identified, understand business objectives and challenges, establish trust and set vision with the customer, develop proposals, and win work for the practice. - Practice Management - Develop the practice’s internal and external presence, evangelize & champion our services and products, and manage the day-to-day operations of the team, including project management, resource allocation, budgeting, and practice-level profit and loss management - Stay abreast of industry and technology changes in the areas of data and analytics technologies, especially as they lead us into a world rapidly moving towards AI - Cultivate and manage the portfolio of offerings, SOWs, and IP to maximize profitability and achieve revenue/margin objectives - Project Delivery - Architect solutions, create documentation, and produce delivery estimations while leading senior team members in these tasks. Engage with clients to understand business needs and translate them into requirements for both technical and non-technical audiences. - Follow consulting methodology to lead project teams through all core phases, including setup, requirements gathering, design, development, testing, and deployment. Engage in hands-on development using SQL, Python, and data visualization tools like Tableau and Power BI, and design data models on platforms such as Snowflake and Databricks. - Ensure client satisfaction by maintaining executive-level relationships through consistent support, impactful thought leadership, and high-quality project execution. Facilitate workshops, provide status updates, and lead meetings across executive levels, while articulating complex business challenges into actionable plans with clear communication. ## What You'll Bring - Hands-on D&A expertise and experience including but not limited to: - 10+ years in a consulting or a data-focused role, and expert-level experience with SQL in platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, Teradata, Redshift, BigQuery, Synapse, Fabric, or similar - 3+ years’ experience in professional services and pre-sales as a data architect - Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of necessary tools for analytics on cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. E.g. S3, Athena, IAM, networking configuration and management, etc. - Significant hands-on experience with business driven / self-service BI, using tools similar to Tableau, PowerBI, Looker, or similar - Significant experience designing and building relational database and/or data warehouses, and with managing and troubleshooting complex analytics solutions - Additional Requirements: - 10+ years Project Management, Process, Implementation, System Integration, and SDLC experience working closely with data professionals in an Agile environment - Passion for and proven experience with consulting business development - Eagerness to help build and lead a best-in-class Data & Analytics Practice - Experience with project planning, including tasks, budgeting, resource allocation and balancing - A track record of highly impactful work at prior companies, including both as a manager, a manager of managers, and as an individual contributor - Bachelor’s degree in engineering, information systems, computer science, business administration, or other related analytical fields - Media & Entertainment or adjacent industry experience - An understanding of current key AI trends and the AI landscape as it relates to Data & Analytics - Knowledge of industry best practices in data and analytics ## Preferred Experience - Experience at a large consulting firm (e.g., Accenture, Deloitte, EY, CapGemini, PWC) - Ability to automate data-related tasks using scripts and programming languages - Ability to profile, explore, and analyze data to identify common data patterns - Familiarity with established and emerging data technologies Travel Requirements Employees are responsible for traveling to and from client sites as required by their project or assignment, regardless of location. Travel may include sites outside the employee’s primary office location, state, or region. Remote & Hybrid Work While remote or hybrid work may be permitted for certain projects, client needs take precedence. Employees are expected to report onsite at the client location when required by the project scope, client request, or management directive. Life at Qvest We were founded on a culture of collaboration and inclusiveness, and this permeates each of our initiatives, both client-facing and internal. We offer a wide selection of benefits including medical, dental & vision, 401k matching and flexible vacation; we sponsor training to advance our teams’ skill sets and we prioritize our employees’ professional growth paths. Qvest US is currently 300+ people strong and we’ve been recognized as a “Best Place to Work,” a “Great Place to Work,” “Fastest Growing,” and “A Jewel." ## Equal Employment Opportunity Qvest is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qvest applies this stance to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including internships, at all levels of employment. ## About Qvest US ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Qvest US is a technology and business consulting firm that helps Fortune 500 companies in media, entertainment, and consumer packaged goods transform through digital media supply chains, data & analytics, IP and rights management, and applied AI. - **Entity Type**: Private (part of the privately held Qvest Group; no public ticker) - **Headquarters**: New York, NY, USA (US arm; global parent Qvest Group is headquartered in Cologne, Germany) - **Founded**: Not publicly available (parent Qvest Group operates globally with offices across Europe, the USA, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Australia) - **Founders**: Not publicly available ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Media & Entertainment, Consumer Packaged Goods & Retail; also serves healthcare, mobility, and public sector clients - **Target customers**: B2B, Enterprise (Fortune 500 / Fortune 1000 companies) - **Mission**: "Experience the Next" — deliver future-forward work by understanding technology, media, and people to drive business value and help companies revolutionize markets and set new industry standards. ## Products & Services - **Technology & Management Consulting**: Strategy, advisory, design, development, and integration of cutting-edge technology for enterprise clients. - **Digital Media Supply Chain**: End-to-end solutions for media workflows, content distribution, and supply chain optimization. - **Data & Analytics**: Data strategy, analytics platforms, and insights-driven transformation. - **Applied AI**: AI/ML consulting and engineering, including roles like Senior Engineer (Applied AI/ML) and Consultant - Applied AI. - **IP & Rights Management**: Systems and processes for managing intellectual property and content rights. - **Broadcast Transformation**: Engineering and consulting for broadcast modernization, including Senior Broadcast Design Engineer roles. - **Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)**: Implementation and management of CLM solutions. - **Custom Software Development**: Modern technology builds for complex business problems in media, entertainment, retail, and CPG. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not disclosed (private company) - **Key Metric**: ~1,300 total employees; 12 offices in the United States - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Works with leading technology companies as partners to deliver tailored client solutions; clients include Fortune 500/1000 brands in media, entertainment, and CPG/retail. - **Growth Signals**: Active hiring across multiple practices (Applied AI, Broadcast Transformation, CLM, and consulting); global presence spanning Europe, USA, Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Australia; expanding beyond core media/CPG into healthcare, mobility, and public sector. ## Competitive Advantages - **Deep vertical expertise**: Specialized focus on Media & Entertainment and CPG/Retail, with a strong reputation in digital media supply chain and rights management. - **End-to-end delivery**: From strategy and advisory to design, development, and integration — a full lifecycle consulting model. - **Applied AI specialization**: Dedicated AI/ML consulting and engineering roles signal a serious, productized AI practice. - **Global footprint, local presence**: International reach with 12 US offices, enabling hybrid delivery at scale. - **Technology partnerships**: Collaborations with leading tech companies enhance solution design and market credibility. ## Strategic Focus - Scaling **Applied AI** offerings across industries (media, retail, healthcare, public sector). - Leading **broadcast transformation** projects for major media clients. - Expanding **digital media supply chain** and **IP/rights management** capabilities. - Growing into adjacent industries including healthcare, mobility, and the public sector. - Building early-career talent through structured bootcamp training and mentorship to sustain consulting and development pipelines. ## Why Work Here - **Hybrid workspace**: Employees combine remote and on-site work; 12 US offices provide flexibility. - **Work-life balance**: The company explicitly emphasizes "still be at home for dinner" and prioritizes life outside work. - **Career development**: Structured bootcamp for early careers, on-the-job training, mentorship, workshops, on-demand learning, a transparent competency matrix, regular feedback cycles, and formal reviews. - **Culture**: Described as "the operating system that powers our company" — technologists who lead with empathy, consultants who drive impact, and leaders committed to helping each other succeed. - **Wellness**: Paid volunteer days, mental and physical health resources, and a focus on inclusive, supportive culture. - **DEI commitment**: External equity audits for pay and promotion, employee-led resource groups (ERGs), pro bono projects, and donation matching. - **Community**: Company/team events, lunch and learns, networking and mentorship opportunities. - **Meritocracy**: Recognition and rewards for excellence and commitment, with the ability to "choose your path" across areas of expertise. ## Sources 1. [lever.co](https://jobs.lever.co/qvest.us) 2. [qvest.com](https://www.qvest.com/en/careers/working-at-qvest-us) 3. [qvest.com](https://www.qvest.com/en) 4. [builtin.com](https://builtin.com/company/qvest-us) 5. 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