We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated
Data Governance Consultant to join our expert team. This is a
full-time position based in
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of data governance frameworks and principles. You will play a pivotal role in helping our clients manage their data as a strategic asset, ensuring it is secure, accurate, and compliant, thereby supporting their broader digital transformation and strategic objectives.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and implement comprehensive data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures for our clients.
- Lead data governance assessments to identify gaps and provide actionable recommendations.
- Establish and manage data stewardship programmes within client organisations, defining roles and responsibilities.
- Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of data governance initiatives.
- Advise on best practices for data quality, metadata management, data lineage, and data security.
- Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand their business requirements and align data governance strategies with their organisational goals.
- Provide expert guidance on data-related regulations and support clients in achieving compliance.
- Conduct workshops and training sessions to foster a culture of data awareness and accountability across client organisations.
- Support the integration of data governance principles into wider projects, including AI, enterprise architecture, and risk management.
Qualifications
- Proven professional experience in a data governance, data management, or a similar consulting role.
- In-depth knowledge of data governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK.
- Strong experience with data quality management, metadata solutions, and data stewardship.
- Excellent understanding of data privacy and protection regulations.
- Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and work effectively in a client-facing environment.
- A bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline.
- Professional certifications in data management (e.g., CDMP) are highly desirable.
- Previous experience within a professional services or consulting firm would be a significant advantage.
- Fluency in both Arabic and English is strongly preferred.
