Data Governance Consultant

Qureos; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Data Governance Consultant to join their team. This full-time role involves developing data governance frameworks, managing compliance, and collaborating with clients to enhance their data management strategies. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in data governance, strong communication skills, and is fluent in Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Proven professional experience in data governance or similar consulting role.
• Strong understanding of data privacy and protection regulations.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive data governance frameworks.
• Lead data governance assessments and provide actionable recommendations.
• Establish and manage data stewardship programmes.

Skills

Data governance frameworks

Data quality management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Business, or related discipline

Tools

DAMA-DMBOK

Data management certifications (e.g., CDMP)

Job description

We are currently seeking an experienced and dedicated Data Governance Consultant to join our expert team. This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of data governance frameworks and principles. You will play a pivotal role in helping our clients manage their data as a strategic asset, ensuring it is secure, accurate, and compliant, thereby supporting their broader digital transformation and strategic objectives.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and procedures for our clients.
• Lead data governance assessments to identify gaps and provide actionable recommendations.
• Establish and manage data stewardship programmes within client organisations, defining roles and responsibilities.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of data governance initiatives.
• Advise on best practices for data quality, metadata management, data lineage, and data security.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to understand their business requirements and align data governance strategies with their organisational goals.
• Provide expert guidance on data-related regulations and support clients in achieving compliance.
• Conduct workshops and training sessions to foster a culture of data awareness and accountability across client organisations.
• Support the integration of data governance principles into wider projects, including AI, enterprise architecture, and risk management.

Qualifications

• Proven professional experience in a data governance, data management, or a similar consulting role.
• In-depth knowledge of data governance frameworks such as DAMA-DMBOK.
• Strong experience with data quality management, metadata solutions, and data stewardship.
• Excellent understanding of data privacy and protection regulations.
• Exceptional analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and work effectively in a client-facing environment.
• A bachelor's degree in information systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications in data management (e.g., CDMP) are highly desirable.
• Previous experience within a professional services or consulting firm would be a significant advantage.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English is strongly preferred.