Data Governance Consultant

Müller's Solutions; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team

Exciting projects and innovative work environment

Job summary

A leading data governance consultancy in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Data Governance Consultant to evaluate and enhance data governance practices. The role involves developing frameworks, conducting quality assessments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and have proven experience in data governance. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package within an innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Data Governance Consultant or in a similar role.
• Experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks and policies.
• Knowledge of data quality management practices and metrics.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate current data governance practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement data governance frameworks, including policies, procedures, and standards.
• Conduct data quality assessments and define metrics to monitor data quality.

Skills

Data governance principles

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Data catalogues

Metadata management tools

Job description

Responsibilities

• Evaluate current data governance practices and identify areas for improvement
• Develop and implement data governance frameworks, including policies, procedures, and standards
• Define data ownership and stewardship roles and responsibilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish data governance workflows and processes
• Conduct data quality assessments and define metrics and KPIs to monitor data quality
• Design and implement data governance training programs to raise awareness and promote adherence to data governance practices
• Develop and maintain data catalogues and metadata repositories
• Identify data security and privacy risks and implement appropriate controls
• Monitor and enforce data governance policies and procedures
• Provide guidance and support to stakeholders on data governance best practices
• Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in data governance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Proven experience as a Data Governance Consultant or in a similar role
• Strong understanding of data governance principles and methodologies
• Experience in developing and implementing data governance frameworks and policies
• Knowledge of data quality management practices and metrics
• Familiarity with data catalogues and metadata management tools
• Understanding of data security and privacy regulations
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
• Experience in the financial industry is a plus

Benefits

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exciting projects and innovative work environment.