We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Senior Data Management Consultant. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in leading and handling data governance and management, designing data governance frameworks, implementing policies and processes, compliance, maturity assessment, and working with NDMO standards and international best practices.
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As a Senior Consultant, you will play a key role in leading data governance and management projects, designing and implementing enterprise-wide Data Governance frameworks, policies, and operating models. You will also develop and align data strategies with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and best practices. This role requires technical proficiency, problem-solving capabilities, and leadership skills to manage deliverables and guide junior team members effectively.
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (On-site)
Work Conditions: Full-time with frequent travel to the MENA region
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement enterprise-wide Data Governance frameworks, policies, and operating models.
- Develop and align data strategies with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
- Establish data stewardship, ownership, and accountability structures across business units.
- Advise senior leadership on data-driven governance strategies.
- Conduct maturity assessments and develop road maps for data governance adoption.
- Ensure compliance with Saudi regulatory standards (SDAIA, NDMO, CITC, SAMA, NCA).
- Define and enforce policies for data privacy, protection, security, and quality management.
- Lead initiatives to classify, protect, and manage sensitive data assets.
- Design data quality frameworks, metrics, and monitoring processes.
- Oversee master data management (MDM) and metadata management practices.
- Support the implementation of data governance tools and collaborate with IT and business teams on data architecture and integration initiatives.
- Lead change management efforts to drive a strong data culture and awareness.
Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in information management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- 6–10+ years of professional experience, with at least 5 years in data governance, data management, or information governance roles.
- Strong consulting background (Big Four or leading consultancy experience in Saudi/GCC region preferred).
- Proven track record of designing and leading data governance programs in large enterprises or government entities.
- Deep understanding of data governance frameworks (DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM, EDM Council).
- Familiarity with regulatory standards in Saudi Arabia (NDMO data management framework, SDAIA policies, SAMA regulations, NCA cybersecurity controls).
- Proficiency with data governance, data quality, and MDM platforms.
- Knowledge of data analytics, BI, and cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
- Ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and advisory skills.
- Leadership in change management and data culture initiatives.
Preferred Certifications:
- CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)
- DCAM Accreditation
- DAMA Certification
- TOGAF or equivalent Enterprise Architecture certification
- PMP / PRINCE2 (for governance program management)
Fluency in Arabic and English is preferred.
