Data Governance Manager & Group Tech & Dig Platforms

Al-Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading diversified regional company based in Dubai is seeking a Data Governance Manager to define and implement data management capabilities. This role involves establishing governance frameworks, ensuring compliance, and collaborating closely with both IT and business stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, alongside a minimum of 10 years of experience in data governance and management. The company offers a dynamic environment that promotes growth and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or related roles within IT.
• Strong knowledge of data management domains including Data Strategy, Data Governance & Stewardship.
• Experience working with data management tools.

Responsibilities

• Define, implement, and operationalize data management capabilities.
• Establish governance frameworks and ensure adherence to data standards.
• Oversee governance processes including Data Classification tagging.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Influencing ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related discipline

Tools

Oval Edge

Collibra

Informatica

Alation

Talend

IBM Infosphere

Job description

Job Requisition ID : 168505

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

Overview Of The Role

The Data Governance Manager plays a critical role in defining, implementing, and operationalizing data management capabilities across the enterprise. This position is responsible for establishing governance frameworks, ensuring adherence to data standards, and driving continuous improvement in data quality and stewardship. Operating within the Al-Futtaim Global Technology & Digital Platform (GTDP) function, the role requires close collaboration with various internal stakeholders to ensure data is well-managed, protected, and optimized for business value.

What You Will Do

Strategy and Framework Development

• Support the execution of the enterprise Data Management Strategy and contribute to its continuous evolution.
• Develop and enhance Data Governance frameworks, policies, standards, and data ownership models.
• Implement and manage the Data Stewardship model, ensuring clear roles and accountability across Line of Business (LoB) and IT functions.
• Facilitate Data Governance forums, working groups, and steering committees with the Data Owners across the Line of Business (LoB).

Collaboration and Partnership

• Collaborate and support IT Business Partner Organization and LoBs to implement Data Quality Management processes.
• Partner with Data Engineering & Operations to embed data quality controls into data pipelines and platforms.
• Collaborate with technical teams to ensure MDM solutions align with business requirements and governance standards.
• Partner with IT Business Partners to align data governance priorities with program and project pipelines.
• Coordinate with the Data Privacy & Protection Office and Information Security Compliance to ensure alignment with regulatory and security controls.

Governance and Compliance

• Ensure that architecture decisions align with data governance requirements.
• Maintain and operationalize the data catalog, business glossary, data dictionary, and metadata management practices.
• Oversee day-to-day governance processes including Data Classification tagging, change management, compliance checks, and governance reporting.
• Monitor adherence to data policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Serve as a governance advocate and change agent across the organization.

Required Skills To Be Successful

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Exceptional communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to influence and drive changes across business and IT organizations.
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional governance processes.

What Qualifies You For The Role

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Data Management, or related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or related data roles within IT.
• Strong knowledge of data management domains including Data Strategy, Data Governance & Stewardship, Data Quality, Master Data Management (MDM), Metadata Management, and Data Modeling & Architecture.
• Experience working with data management tools (e.g., Oval Edge, Collibra, Informatica, Alation, Talend, IBM Infosphere, or similar).

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