Lead Data Governance Consultant (Managed Service Resource)

Integrated Solutions Tawantech; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading data governance firm in Saudi Arabia seeks an experienced Data Governance Manager to lead data governance frameworks and ensure compliance with privacy laws. The ideal candidate will have 7-10 years of experience in data governance, strong knowledge of privacy frameworks, and fluency in Arabic and English. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in Data Governance/Compliance, preferably in financial services.
• Hands-on experience in implementing data protection and compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with global data governance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data governance frameworks and policies.
• Conduct and maintain Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA).
• Ensure compliance with local and international privacy laws.

Skills

Data Governance/Compliance

Fluent in Arabic and English

Strong knowledge of DPIA and RoPA

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Stakeholder management

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data governance frameworks, policies, and procedures across the organization.
• Conduct and maintain Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA) and Records of Processing Activities (RoPA).
• Ensure compliance with local and international privacy laws, including GDPR and the Saudi Data Protection Law.
• Collaborate with business and IT teams to implement governance best practices and ensure data quality and integrity.
• Support audits, compliance reviews, and reporting for regulatory bodies.
• Provide training, mentorship, and advisory to internal teams on governance and compliance topics.

Qualifications & Experience

• 7–10 years of experience in Data Governance/Compliance, preferably in financial services.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.
• Strong knowledge of DPIA, RoPA, and privacy frameworks (GDPR, Saudi DPL).
• Familiar with global data governance standards, including DAMA-DMBOK, ISO 38505, and ISO 27001.
• Hands‑on experience in implementing data protection and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Certifications (Preferred)

• CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)
• CIPP/E (Certified Information Privacy Professional/Europe)
• ISO 27001 Lead Implementer or equivalent