Analytics Solutions Consultant at MiQ Digital

Role: Analytics Solutions Consultant 

Location: Toronto

Hello there! I am Sachi Gurudanti, Analytics Solutions Director at MiQ Canada.
I've been working at MiQ for a little over three years now and I absolutely love it here! MiQ has
a strong culture of individuality and autonomy that lets you make your own decisions and bring
your unique perspectives to the table. We also have a great learning and development culture,
allowing for great career growth opportunities.

The Solutions team here is small but growing!
The team works closely with analysts, engineers and data scientists to build innovative
analytics and tech solutions for our clients.

We are thrilled to have a new individual join our growing Solutions team!

COMPANY & MISSION

MiQ is a global independent marketing intelligence company with the people and technology that help businesses win. Our vision is to reimagine the value of marketing by connecting data and discovering insight to drive business outcomes. 

Marketing Intelligence helps us to understand how the real world impacts consumer intent and purchasing decisions, and helps brands say the right thing, to the right person, at the right time, all through a winning mix of media, analytics and technology. 

Our teams work with the world’s leading brands and media agencies, including American Express, Avis, Lenovo, Unilever, Microsoft, GroupM, Publicis and IPG. Founded in 2010, MiQ currently employs over 550 people across 18 offices located in North America, Europe and APAC. 

THE OPPORTUNITY

We’re not your usual ad tech business and this isn’t your usual role! This is a fantastic
opportunity to join a global company that supports professional and personal development.
MiQ’s Solutions division elevates our offering by putting our analytics and technology
capabilities in the hands of our clients. As the department and business are growing
rapidly, there is scope for you to really make this role your own.

JOB RESPONSIBILITITES
Your main responsibilities will include:

Client Lead 10%
· Take ownership of the analytics engagement with a leading agency group
· Understand the agency and client challenges and translate them into an MiQ Analytics
roadmap

· Form strong working relationships with senior stakeholders across the agency partners
· Communicate success with the management and commercial teams within MiQ,
specifically C suite, Joint MDs, Strategic accounts and Senior sales

Project Management 30%
· Ensure projects and deliverables are completed in a timely fashion to a high quality.
Setting the benchmark for the solutions team.

· Execute documentation to a high standard, both technical and client friendly and is
easily accessible
· Deliver tasks before deadlines. Set ambitious, but realistic expectations, create buffers
and allow time to manage stakeholders
· Proactively chase own work and update managers accordingly.
· Understand different working rhythms and time zones to maximize productivity globally
Scoping requirements 10%
· Critically assess and question briefs to gain a thorough understanding of requirement
· Provide a range of solutions to elevate client understanding of what we could offer
· Innovate on new and exciting ways to explore commercial challenges

Internal collaboration 40%
· Work closely with the Sales team to identify client opportunities
· Work closely with technical teams such as Analysts, Engineers and Data Scientists to
build solutions and execute client projects
· Work closely with the Account Management team on bespoke post campaign reporting
· Brain storm with technical teams, provide feedback, solutions and ideas on projects
· Work toward building out a management layer above an agency group solutions team
· Provide feedback to the wider business that will develop the client analytics offering
· Approachable; be available for colleagues to collaborate and brainstorm with
· Foster a team mentality both locally and globally

Analytics 10%
· Analytical thinking; Demonstrate analytical thinking by looking to answer the why and
how from available data
· Extract, Join, clean and manipulate large media data sets for ad-hoc analysis
Entrepreneurial and Commercial Thinking
· Consider how Solutions at MiQ are seen in the industry, proactively position us in the
market as a leader
· Assess the market and research technological advances in order to keep MiQ at the
forefront of the ad-tech development

QUALIFICATIONS
● 3-5 years’ experience in an analytics / marketing analytics role
● Client facing experience preferable
● Ideal candidates will have come from an agency marketing analytics department,
DMP or agency trading desk
● Proven track record implementing as project manager or technical lead: identifying,
architecting and implementing appropriate solutions that address specific business
needs
● Demonstrated proficiency with Excel, SQL and relational Databases.
● Data Visualization experience with Tableau, Domo or Looker
● Analytics background and data processing knowledge with at least one of
the following:
○ R
○ Python
○ Hadoop
○ Spark
○ Hive
● Self-Learner with desire to solve commercial issues with technical solutions
● Conscientious attention to detail and the ability to proactively solve problems
● Strong communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment
● Experience translating complicated technical solutions into simple and easy to
understand communication strategies that tell a story through data
● Computer science background and any Cloud computing knowledge is a plus:
Google Cloud, AWS

● Experience with AdTech Tech Stacks a plus
○ DMP – Adobe, Bluekai, Krux…
○ Tag Management Systems – Tealium, Google Tag Manager,
Conversant…
○ Data Visualization – Dataroma, BI etc…
○ DSP – The Trade Desk, MediaMath, Rocket Fuel, DBM, Appnexus…
● Good understanding of how to connect multiple data sets: API integrations and
delivering against multiple data sets
● A startup mindset
● Curiosity and an interest in ongoing media, ad-tech developments and
broader digital marketplace trends
● Alignment with MiQ's core values
● A can-do attitude to provide energy, drive and enthusiasm
● A dream to grow your career as the company scales

WHAT WE VALUE IN OUR PEOPLE

Passion – We love and live what we do
Determination - We always find a way to figure it out
Unity – We back each other and challenge each other
Agility – We anticipate the unexpected, embrace and adapt to change
Courage – We dare to think unconventionally

BENEFITS & PERKS  

Competitive compensation that includes bonus and Profit share 
No copay Benefits from day 1 (single or family)- medical, dental, vision 
25 vacation days
2 extra paid days of Inclusion Leave per year to acknowledge and celebrate cultural holidays, community endeavours, and inclusive initiatives that are meaningful to our employees beyond the standard holidays.
6 months paid parental leave  
RRSP matching contribution plan
Wellness benefits including free access to benefits provider Cyno
Awesome opportunities for growth 
Flexible work environment with both remote and in office attendance and fun team building activities
2 weeks virtual orientation to learn about our business and meet the broader team upon joining MiQ

Apply Today!