Genty Recruitment
G2Top rated LATAM recruitment agency on G2 and Clutch

Hire Head of Data in LATAM

Access pre-vetted Head of Data leaders from Latin America — strategic data leaders who build teams, set direction, and ensure data drives business outcomes.

Data strategy, team building, culture60–70% cost savings vs US3-month replacement guarantee

LATAM countries

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Leadership Skills

Data StrategyTeam BuildingPlatform ChoiceStakeholder MgmtData CultureBudget / Vendor
GENTY Recruitment

Head of Data hiring · LATAM

Trusted by 100+ businesses
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Everything you need to hire a Head of Data in LATAM

We assess data leadership — strategy formation, team building, org design, stakeholder management, technical breadth, and demonstrated business impact from data initiatives.

Leadership

Data leadership assessment

We verify strategic thinking, team building track record, and business impact — not just technical depth.

Data StrategyTeam Building (5-30)Org DesignStakeholder ManagementPlatform StrategyData CultureHiring & MentoringBudget ManagementVendor SelectionData GovernanceCross-functional AlignmentTechnical Breadth
Industries

Data leaders across sectors

From SaaS product analytics leadership to enterprise data transformation — data leaders for your scale.

SaaSeCommerceAI / MLMartechCrypto / Web3
LATAM Markets

Hire data leaders across LATAM

Argentina, Brazil, Mexico — data leaders who have built and scaled teams at top LATAM companies.

Why hire in LATAM Head of Data Talent

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Strategic data leadership

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Our Head of Data candidates set vision — defining data strategy, choosing the right platform stack, and building roadmaps that align data investments with business priorities.

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Team building expertise

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They've built data teams from scratch — hiring playbooks, leveling frameworks, career paths, and culture that attract and retain top data talent.

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Timezone for executive alignment

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Data leaders attend exec meetings and strategic reviews. LATAM's 4–8 hour US overlap ensures full participation in leadership discussions.

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60–70% lower than US salaries

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A Head of Data earns $8,000–$14,000/month in LATAM vs $22,000–$35,000 in the US. Senior data leadership at competitive rates.

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Data culture transformation

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Our leaders build data culture — training stakeholders, establishing self-serve analytics, and ensuring decisions across the org are informed by data.

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Technical + business bridge

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They bridge technical and business — translating data capabilities into business value, and business needs into technical roadmap priorities.

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Your trusted partner for hiring Head of Data in LATAM

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From strategy to team building — data leaders who transform your organization's relationship with data.

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Java
Kubernetes
Docker
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GraphQL
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How we find your perfect hire

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Candidate funnel

/1 — Discovery Brief

We start every search with a detailed intake session to understand your role inside and out.

  • Tech stack, seniority, and team structure
  • Culture, working style, and timezone requirements
  • Compensation benchmarks for LATAM markets
  • Success criteria and interview process design
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Data team lacks direction?

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Our Head of Data candidates set clear strategy — defining priorities, building roadmaps, and creating OKRs that align the data team with business outcomes.

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Can't retain data talent?

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We screen for people leadership — leaders who create growth paths, provide mentorship, and build team culture that retains top performers.

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Months to find a data leader?

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Data leadership requires rare combination of skills. We maintain 150+ pre-vetted leaders and deliver first shortlists in 7–10 days.

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$300K+ for Head of Data?

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US Head of Data commands $250K–$400K+. LATAM offers same leadership experience at $96K–$168K. Fixed-fee from $2,900.

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GENTY vs hiring data leaders alone

GENTY delivers pre-vetted data leaders with verified strategy, team building, and business impact track records.

GENTY Recruitment
Traditional agencies
Strategy, team building, and business impact assessed
Resume review and reference checks
150+ pre-vetted data leaders in pipeline
Cold outreach starting from zero
First candidates in 7–10 business days
10–16 weeks to first qualified candidate
Fixed-fee pricing from $2,900 per hire
20–25% of annual salary ($20K–$80K)
3-month replacement guarantee included
No guarantee — restart if it doesn't work
Data strategy + org building verified
Generic leadership interview
English C1/C2 + remote work readiness verified
Self-reported language proficiency

Top-rated on Clutch and G2 for quality, transparency, and results

Trusted by global startups and enterprises building teams in LATAM

5-star client satisfaction, verified by Clutch

Top Clutch Executive Search Mexico 2026
Top Clutch HR Recruiting Uruguay 2026
Top Clutch HR Recruiting Mexico City 2026
Top Clutch HR Recruiting Argentina 2026
G2 Clients Love Us

What our clients say

Daniel Maloney

CEO, Tailwind

Their communication was also strong, and they made the whole hiring process feel less stressful. GENTY helped us reduce hiring time and quickly filled roles with high-quality candidates who matched the required skills.

Bob Karlseng

CEO, Title Company

They knew the type of experience and temperament needed for the roles.

Kara Banosian

CMO, Stavvy

They did not simply post resumes; they provided us with candidates who were a real fit, saving us time and effort in the hiring process.

Matt Martin

CTO, Tech Startup

GENTY recruitment helped us quickly find software engineers. Their team was proactive and made scheduling effortless.

Paul Rees

CEO, Spikr

The best thing about GENTY Recruitment was that they really comprehended our company culture and needs. They presented a shortlist of candidates in a timely manner.

Keith Hales

CEO, InfoSystems, Inc.

Their strength was in understanding the technical depth of our roles while still focusing on cultural fit. Communication was clear and consistent throughout.

Lalit Mangal

CEO, Airmeet

Instead of just filling positions, they focused on bringing in people who could grow and evolve with us.

Carlo Gualandri

CEO, Soldo

Their project management was very professional.

Melissa K.

Head of TA, Enterprise Client

Reliable partner for building a strong team. We liked how organized and structured the process was.

Praful Chavda

Founder, Startup

They took time to understand our team dynamics, not just the job description.

Greg Williams

President, Audigent

The most impressive fact to us was that they knew our industry and hiring requirements well. They demonstrated excellent communication, timely delivery, and receptiveness to feedback.

David Hsu

CEO, Retool

They not only sent resumes but also brought us candidates who really matched what we were seeking.

Transparent pricing

Our pricing

Choose the service that fits your hiring needs. No hidden fees, no surprises.

Recruitment

from $2,900

Fixed-fee hiring for tech, sales & operations roles across LATAM

  • 3-month replacement guarantee
  • No upfront payments — pay on results
  • First candidates within 3–5 days
  • Pre-vetted & culturally screened
  • Dedicated recruiter assigned

Staffing

from $99/mo

We hire, onboard & manage — you focus on building your product

  • Per-employee monthly fee
  • Payroll, compliance & benefits handled
  • Onboarding & HR support included
  • Flexible scale up or down anytime
  • Dedicated account manager

Executive Search

Custom

C-level & VP hires for companies scaling in LATAM and beyond

  • Confidential & targeted headhunting
  • Leadership assessment & culture fit
  • Market mapping & competitor analysis
  • 6-month replacement guarantee
  • Board-ready candidate shortlists

Salary Benchmarking

Custom

Data-driven compensation insights for LATAM markets

  • Country & role-specific salary data
  • Percentile-based compensation bands
  • Benefits & equity benchmarking
  • Market trends & hiring insights
  • Custom PDF report delivered

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about working with GENTY Recruitment.

The Head of Data leads an organization's data function — setting data strategy, building data teams, choosing tools and platforms, establishing data culture, and ensuring data drives business decisions across the company.

Head of Data typically leads a 5–30 person data team and reports to VP/CTO. VP of Data leads larger orgs (30–100+) and sits at the executive table. Both set strategy, but scope and organizational influence differ.

We assess leadership track record, data strategy formation, team building (hiring, mentoring, org design), stakeholder management, technical breadth, and demonstrated business impact from data initiatives.

Yes. Many of our Head of Data candidates have built data orgs from zero — hiring first analysts, building data infrastructure, establishing processes, and scaling to 20+ person teams.

Head of Data leaders in LATAM earn $8,000–$14,000/month — 60–70% less than US rates of $22,000–$35,000/month.

First shortlists in 7–10 business days. Head of Data roles average 21–30 days from kickoff to signed offer.

Yes. Data leaders attend executive meetings and strategic reviews. LATAM's 4–8 hour US overlap ensures full participation in leadership discussions.

Every placement comes with a 3-month replacement guarantee at no additional cost.

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