Senior Consultant – Data Governance
📍 Location: UAE
🕒 Full-Time | 3-Year Contract with 2-Year Extension Option
💰 40,000 AED/month | Tax-Free Salary including visa and relocation expenses
We’re looking for a Senior Consultant in Data Governance to support the implementation and ongoing development of data governance practices across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for a mid-level professional to contribute to key governance initiatives while building on their expertise in data quality, stewardship, and compliance frameworks.
What You’ll Do
- Support the rollout and operationalisation of data governance policies and standards
- Collaborate with business units to define data ownership and stewardship roles
- Assist with monitoring data quality metrics and reporting against KPIs
- Help manage metadata and data cataloguing efforts
- Coordinate with IT and compliance teams to ensure governance aligns with internal policies and external regulations
- Promote data literacy and awareness across business teams
What You Bring
- 4–6 years of experience in data governance, data management, or related roles
- Exposure to governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Microsoft Purview)
- Understanding of data privacy and compliance standards (GDPR, ISO 27001, etc.)
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- A proactive and detail-oriented approach to solving data issues
- Relevant certifications (e.g., CDMP, ISO 27001 awareness) are a plus
What We Offer
- salary of AED 40,000 (including Visa and relocation expenses)
- 3-year renewable contract with a 2-year extension option
- The chance to work on high-impact data initiatives in a dynamic and supportive environment