Director of Insights & Analytics

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.Ascent Developer Solutions is a leading private lending platform, serving real estate developers nationwide in the acquisition, renovation, and construction of residential real estate. Founded by a leadership team with a deep understanding and personal experience in virtually every facet of real estate development, Ascent is uniquely positioned to create custom, innovative lending solutions for a variety of real estate development business strategies.The Role.Ascent is seeking a forward-thinking Director of Insights & Analytics to work closely with business leaders to manage risk, drive sales expansion, and provide insights into business performance to influence our investments. The Director will act as an internal data and strategy consultant to various departments and partner with Credit, Sales, and Technology teams to assess the impact of product changes on data and performance.The ideal candidate is enthusiastic to hire, mentor, and train analysts how to be the best at leveraging data and supporting internal clients. They will be a key contributor to Ascent's mission of fostering a culture of test and learn, and continuous improvement.Join us at Ascent and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation and excellence in private lending.The Work.Utilize data analytics to monitor, assess, and manage risks associated with lending and investments.Develop models to anticipate potential issues and mitigate risks effectively.Create data-driven strategies to target opportunities for business growth and optimize sales.Build and maintain various Power BI dashboards to support, inform, and drive organizational success.Manage and enhance existing data pipelines and own the logic for parent-child entity mapping of target clientele.Collaborate with the SVP of Analytics to develop and maintain a robust data infrastructure, ensuring data quality, security, and accessibility across the organization.Identify and quantify opportunities to deploy machine learning and AI and assist in the development of such techniques.Serve as the subject matter expert on Ascent data and the tools used to acquire the data.Prepare monthly presentations to share strategy and status on the Company’s Annual Operating Plan.Track competitor trends and keep management aware of market trends and insights, size new business opportunities, and present to management regularly.Stay connected with the latest data sources in the market, continuously improving and recommending strategies to leverage our data to drive strategy.Support various data requests from our capital partners.Your Skills and Experience.Strong residential real estate (SFR/MFR) and/or mortgage banking experience required.7+ years of experience in analytical or consulting roles.Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field preferred.Proficient in SQL & Python, strong experience with data visualization tools like Power BI or Tableau.Exposure to machine learning, data science, and data engineering is preferred.Experience articulating data and presenting insights and recommendations to management.Strong experience collaborating and communicating cross-functionally.Experience managing employees is a plus.Strong analytical skills with knowledge of statistical techniques.Experience using tools such as Black Knight, RE-distribute / MLS, House Canary, John Burns, etc.The Pay.Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 per year.Bonus: 25% per year.We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. Our benefits include five health plans, four dental plans, health savings and flexible spending accounts, vision coverage, 401k, pet insurance, and other optional benefits to choose from.Ascent’s Pledge.We pledge to be fair and considerate in hiring and promoting individuals, ensuring everyone can contribute their fullest potential regardless of background, identity, or personal circumstances. By promoting equal opportunity, we not only enhance our workplace but also contribute to a more just and equitable society. At Ascent, we stand united in building a community where everyone is empowered to succeed. Thank you for joining us on our journey towards a more inclusive future.

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