Manager, Analytics - Engagement & Retention, DTC APAC

Job ID 10126932 Location Richmond, Australia Business The Walt Disney Company (APAC) Date posted Jan. 21, 2026

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Job Summary:

Wherever you are in the amazing world of Disney, you are contributing to the stories of our iconic brands, recognised by audiences everywhere for entertainment, information and inspiration. Innovation, imagination and inclusion are at the core of Disney, defining the experience that we deliver as well as providing the foundation of our success. The scope of our business, combined with global growth and collaboration result in an inclusive employee experience characterised by continuous learning, development and achievement.

The Walt Disney Company’s Direct-To-Consumer is a global business segment with the mission of providing consumers around the world access to the content they want most, on the latest platforms, at a time of rapidly evolving consumer habits. Disney+ is the dedicated streaming home for movies and shows from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, ESPN, National Geographic, and more.

We are seeking a Manager, Analytics to join our Engagement & Retention Analytics team in APAC. The primary focus of this role is to analyze user data, derive valuable insights, and collaborate with various departments to develop strategies that enhance user experiences and keep users engaged with the platform over the long term.

This role is based in Melbourne and responsible for all APAC markets.

1. Leadership, Collaboration, & Team Development

Support cross-functional collaboration to align analytics with business goals & shape the analytics roadmap with a data-driven strategic lens
Mentor junior analysts and foster a high-performing, learning-oriented team culture
Identify opportunities for advanced data science models by ensuring alignment between analytics and business objectives
This role will directly manage one direct report

2. Engagement and Retention Analytics

Manage day-to-day operations of engagement & retention analytics and translate business questions into analytical projects and priorities.
Conduct deep-dive analyses on engagement patterns and retention drivers
Analyze customer behavior, usage patterns, and feedback to identify the underlying reasons for churn, to drive improving retention over a period of time
Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve engagement and retention metrics
Identify data gaps and collaborate with data engineering on solutions
Feature launch analytics and post-launch reviews
Proactively share insights and analysis to the stakeholders across APAC that could affect the engagement and retention of our subscribers

3. Lifecycle Strategy & Optimization

Play a key role in defining analytics strategy for lifecycle marketing by establishing measurement frameworks and defining best success metrics for different initiatives
Support campaign planning and translate business needs into testable hypotheses, Design and oversee experimentation frameworks and provide actionable insights at the end of the tests
Review & validate key insights and build relationships with lifecycle marketing leadership
Evaluate campaign and product performance to inform go-forward strategies

4. Operational Excellence & Data Governance

Lead recurring performance reporting, ensuring clarity, consistency, and actionability
Uphold data integrity, governance standards, and drive automation for scalable processes

Ideal experience:

7-10 years relevant experience in an analytical role within a digital business, ideally media related.
Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field such as Marketing, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, or Social Science; a graduate degree is preferred.
Familiarity with lifecycle & retention analytics, including user segmentation, churn modeling, and engagement strategies, is a strong plus
Expertise in SQL with demonstrated hands-on experience.
Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Looker) with a strong track record of translating data into clear, actionable insights for business stakeholders
Strong knowledge of subscription services and the competitive landscape.
Deep understanding of the media and content industry, including trends and audience behaviors, is preferred.

Additional Information:

This is unique opportunity to join the talented team that develops and delivers unparalleled entertainment across Australia and New Zealand so if this role captures your imagination, then apply now!

The Walt Disney Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of our audiences, and where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

The Walt Disney Company can provide individual accessibility support that may be needed during your interview process. Please let us know of accommodations that may assist in helping you feel welcome by emailing wdi.careers.au@disney.com.

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About The Walt Disney Company (APAC):

For over 70 years, The Walt Disney Company has been entertaining consumers in Asia Pacific – and enriching people’s lives. Today’s consumer can discover new branded experiences in many ways and in many markets from Australia, New Zealand, Mainland China, Japan, Korea to Southeast Asia.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with The Walt Disney Company (Australia) P/L, which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (APAC).

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