Data Strategy Consultants looking for Managers and Associate Director positions UAE

DIKTUCOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative management consulting company is seeking a highly skilled Strategic Data Consultant to lead impactful data and AI initiatives. This role involves collaborating with clients to enhance their data strategies, focusing on the development of AI roadmaps and improving data quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data consulting, with a proven track record of managing large-scale data initiatives. Join a forward-thinking organization that harnesses the power of data to drive innovation and create significant value across various sectors. If you are passionate about data and AI, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data consulting with 3 years in senior roles.
• Deep understanding of big data technologies and AI.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate client data strategies and develop AI roadmaps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align data initiatives with business goals.

Skills

Data Strategy Development

AI Roadmap Implementation

Data Quality Improvement

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Consulting Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Data Science

Master’s Degree in Computer Science

MBA or Equivalent Advanced Degree

Tools

Big Data Technologies

AI and Machine Learning

Job description

Client: Management Consulting Company

Ideal Candidate: The Ideal is a highly skilled and motivated Strategic Data Consultant with a passion for running impactful data/AI initiatives. This role involves the development/refresh of data strategies for various clients primarily within the Client portfolio. The Client is incubating a new innovative data organization which will be in a unique position to harness the power of data and AI to drive innovation and create significant value across various sectors within the portfolio.

Tasks:

1. Evaluate your client’s current data strategy and specific use cases it supports.
2. Collaborate with clients to understand their specific data-related challenges, objectives, and requirements.
3. Develop data & AI roadmap implementation plan with a focus on data sharing and AI.
4. Examine the current data operating model (e.g., functions, skills, processes, department interactions).
5. Design the future data & AI operating model including detailed descriptions of functions, processes, governance structures, and tooling enablers.
6. Analyse the current data architecture including cloud infrastructure and the existing data platform.
7. Conduct interviews with business stakeholders to understand their use-case requirements and needs with a special focus on AI and data sharing.
8. Identify and launch specific initiatives for data quality improvement.
9. Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and other relevant departments to ensure alignment between data initiatives and business objectives.

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in data science, computer science, information systems or related fields. MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred. Minimum 5 years in data consulting or related roles with at least 3 years in senior/managerial positions. Proven track record managing large-scale complex data initiatives with measurable outcomes. Deep understanding of business impact through the use of big data technologies, AI and machine learning (including most recent LLMs). Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. Relationship-building with executive stakeholders. Results-oriented strategic thinking. Strong Consulting toolkit.

Workload/Location:

Full-time, Abu Dhabi on ground.

Start Date:

Immediate need; the Candidate needs to give availability within 15-20 days after Engagement Confirmation Letter.

Period of Engagement:

Either hiring process or freelance contracting are available.

Rate:

Able to attract more qualified candidates.