Regulatory Data Lead & Analytics for Higher Ed

Heriot-Watt University; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Dubai seeks a Senior Data Administrator responsible for managing and analyzing data for regulatory compliance and institutional performance reporting. The role requires expertise in data systems and the ability to ensure accuracy and consistency of university datasets. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and experience with Power BI and Excel. This position offers opportunities to improve data governance and supports a dynamic environment focused on enhancing student experience.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with dashboards in Power BI and submission portals.
• Excellent MS Office skills with advanced knowledge of Power BI and Excel.
• Demonstrable experience of producing reports and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Take operational responsibility for regulatory compliance data management.
• Lead the production and quality assurance of retention datasets.
• Maintain and enhance data definitions for transparency and audit readiness.

Skills

Data interpretation

Data analysis

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

First degree with significant numerical and analytical content

Tools

Power BI

Excel

Job description

A leading academic institution in Dubai seeks a Senior Data Administrator responsible for managing and analyzing data for regulatory compliance and institutional performance reporting. The role requires expertise in data systems and the ability to ensure accuracy and consistency of university datasets. Candidates should possess strong analytical skills and experience with Power BI and Excel. This position offers opportunities to improve data governance and supports a dynamic environment focused on enhancing student experience.