169 Data Governance jobs in the United Arab Emirates

About Us:

AceNet Consulting is a fast-growing global business and technology consulting firm specializing in business strategy, digital transformation, technology consulting, product development, start-up advisory and fund-raising services to our global clients across banking & financial services, healthcare, supply chain & logistics, consumer retail, manufacturing, eGovernance and other industry sectors.

We are looking for hungry, highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team. If you're passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Data Governance & Integration Consultant to lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide data management, governance, and integration strategies. The role will focus on defining integration architecture for Oracle Fusion with third-party SaaS and existing platforms, establishing a data governance framework, and aligning data architecture with Azure cloud analytics to enable data-driven decision-making and transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

*Define integration architecture and Provide consultation to Integrate Oracle Fusion with best-of-breed SaaS systems and existing investment platforms (e.g. GulfHR, ,Dynamo, CITCO).

*Draft data migration strategy and master data management plan.

*Align data architecture with Azure cloud analytics platform.

*Develop and implement a data governance model and master data framework.

*Design a future-ready data architecture integrated with Microsoft Azure.

Role Requirements and Qualifications:

*Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.

*8–12 years of proven experience in data governance, integration architecture, and analytics platforms.

*Strong experience integrating ERP systems (preferably Oracle Fusion) with third-party SaaS and legacy systems.

*Define a future state data architecture model for Client Support Functions. Create Transition Roadmap detailing Target State Operating Model, transition approach and plan.

*Support Transformation Strategy and operating model design.

Why Join Us:

* Opportunities to work on transformative projects, cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions with leading global firms across industry sectors.

* Continuous investment in employee growth and professional development with a strong focus on up & re-skilling.

* Competitive compensation & benefits, ESOPs and international assignments.

* Supportive environment with healthy work-life balance and a focus on employee well-being.

* Open culture that values diverse perspectives, encourages transparent communication and rewards contributions.

Experience: 8 to 12 years

Location: Abu Dhabi

Job code:

Posted on: Sep 15, 2025

About Us:

AceNet Consulting is a fast-growing global business and technology consulting firm specializing in business strategy, digital transformation, technology consulting, product development, start-up advisory and fund-raising services to our global clients across banking & financial services, healthcare, supply chain & logistics, consumer retail, manufacturing, eGovernance and other industry sectors.

We are looking for hungry, highly skilled and motivated individuals to join our dynamic team. If you're passionate about technology and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Data Governance & Integration Consultant to lead the design and execution of enterprise-wide data management, governance, and integration strategies. The role will focus on defining integration architecture for Oracle Fusion with third-party SaaS and existing platforms, establishing a data governance framework, and aligning data architecture with Azure cloud analytics to enable data-driven decision-making and transformation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Define integration architecture and Provide consultation to Integrate Oracle Fusion with best-of-breed SaaS systems and existing investment platforms (e.g. GulfHR, ,Dynamo, CITCO).
• Draft data migration strategy and master data management plan.
• Align data architecture with Azure cloud analytics platform.
• Develop and implement a data governance model and master data framework.
• Design a future-ready data architecture integrated with Microsoft Azure.

Role Requirements and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Systems, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 8–12 years of proven experience in data governance, integration architecture, and analytics platforms.
• Strong experience integrating ERP systems (preferably Oracle Fusion) with third-party SaaS and legacy systems.
• Define a future state data architecture model for Client Support Functions. Create Transition Roadmap detailing Target State Operating Model, transition approach and plan.
• Support Transformation Strategy and operating model design.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunities to work on transformative projects, cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions with leading global firms across industry sectors.
• Continuous investment in employee growth and professional development with a strong focus on up & re-skilling.
• Competitive compensation & benefits, ESOPs and international assignments.
• Supportive environment with healthy work-life balance and a focus on employee well-being.
• Open culture that values diverse perspectives, encourages transparent communication and rewards contributions.

How to Apply:

If you are interested in joining our team and meet the qualifications listed above, please apply and submit your resume highlighting why you are the ideal candidate for this position.

We're Hiring: Data Governance & Enablement Manager

Location:
Dubai, UAE (Full-time)

Company:
Landmark Digital (Landmark Group)

We are looking for a
Data Governance & Enablement Manager
who will play a
critical role in ensuring clean, reliable, and accessible data
across CRM, CDP, Loyalty, and digital touchpoints. This role will enable analytics teams to operate at full velocity and empower business leaders to make data-driven decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement
  data governance frameworks, standards, and best practices
  .
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure
  data consistency and integrity
  across platforms.
• Manage
  data cataloging, metadata, and quality processes
  at scale.
• Partner with engineering and analytics teams to
  streamline data pipelines
  and improve accessibility.
• Act as the
  bridge between business teams, product owners, and data engineering
  .
• Establish
  controls and KPIs
  to monitor and maintain data quality.
• Lead
  enablement sessions, workshops, and documentation
  to drive adoption of governed data practices.

What We're Looking For

• 6–10 years
  of experience in
  data governance, enablement, or analytics operations
  .
• Strong knowledge of
  data architecture, lineage, and metadata tools
  (e.g., Collibra, Alation, Atlan).
• Hands-on experience with
  SQL, data lakes, and data warehouses
  (Snowflake, BigQuery, etc.).
• Familiarity with
  CDPs
  (Bloomreach, Segment, Salesforce CDP, Tealium).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in
  retail, e-commerce, or fast-paced consumer businesses
  is preferred.
• Exposure to analytics tools (
  Power BI, Tableau, Looker
  ).

Ready to redefine the future of digital retail with us?
Apply now and join Landmark Digital

A major player in the UAE is looking to set up a brand-new Data Governance function.

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for establishing a data governance function within the organisation.
• Define the data governance vision, mission, and core principles, aligning them with business goals and regulatory requirements.
• Implement a data governance framework that facilitates self-service data access while ensuring data integrity and responsible use.
• Develop and execute a robust communication strategy to educate stakeholders across the organisation on data governance principles and best practices.
• Foster a collaborative data-centric culture where business units understand the value of data governance and actively participate in data stewardship.
• Work with business leaders to identify and prioritise data initiatives that align with strategic objectives.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Information Technology, or a related field with minimum 8 years of experience in data governance and strategy.
• Proven track record of successfully establishing and leading data governance programs in large-scale organisations.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to influence and build consensus across diverse business stakeholders, IT teams, and senior leadership.
• A strategic mindset with a focus on business outcomes and data-driven decision making.

Project description

A bank in the UAE is embarking on a transformative Capital Market Data Platform Program.

We are seeking an experienced Data Steward with deep banking domain knowledge and a strong background in data governance to serve as a key liaison between business units and data management teams. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and quality of data within critical banking domains such as loans, deposits, risk, compliance, finance, or customer information. The ideal candidate will drive data standards, policies, and stewardship practices, while aligning data governance initiatives with business objectives.

Responsibilities

The ideal candidate needs to have strong domain business background in addition to being a data domain governance lead.

Act as the subject matter expert for business data within Banking & Capital markets .

Lead data stewardship activities, including metadata management, data quality monitoring, and business glossary maintenance.

Collaborate with business stakeholders, data owners, and IT to ensure data definitions, lineage, and usage are well understood and documented.

Define and enforce data standards, naming conventions, and data quality rules.

Participate in or lead data domain councils, ensuring business requirements are reflected in enterprise data governance frameworks.

Identify and resolve data quality issues by conducting root cause analysis and partnering with upstream data producers.

Support regulatory compliance initiatives by ensuring data traceability and consistency across systems (e.g., BCBS 239, GDPR, Basel III).

Contribute to the development of data governance policies, procedures, and tools that align with enterprise data strategy.

Provide training and guidance to business units on data stewardship best practices.

Skills

Must have

MUST HAVE:

5+ years of experience in data governance, data stewardship, or data management roles in Capital Market and Banking which covers:

identification of data domains, data stewards & data owners.

governing the approval processes on data changes relevant to the domain.

data cataloging

being responsible for business glossary stewardship of the domain.

In-depth knowledge of banking products, operations, and regulatory reporting requirements.

Familiarity with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica Axon, Alation).

Experience with data quality tools, data profiling, and metadata management.

Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Knowledge of data privacy, security, and compliance best practices.

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Information Systems, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Nice to have

Preferred Certifications:

Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)

Certified Information Management Professional (CIMP)

DAMA-DMBOK knowledge or certification

Regulatory certifications (e.g., FRM, CAMS) a plus

Data Governance Specialist

About Emirates NBD

Emirates NBD is a market leader across the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region with a presence in 13 countries, serving over 20 million customers. The Emirates NBD Group has a total of 853 branches and 4,213 ATMs / SDMs. Emirates NBD is the leading financial services brand in the UAE with a Brand value of USD 3.89 billion.

At the bank, we serve our customers and help them realize their financial objectives through a range of banking products and services including retail banking, corporate & institutional banking, Islamic banking, investment banking, private banking, asset management, global markets and treasury, and brokerage operations.

We are a key participant in the global digital banking industry, with 97% of all financial transactions and requests conducted outside of our branches. We also operate Liv, the lifestyle digital bank by Emirates NBD. With close to half a million users, it continues to be the fastest-growing digital bank in the region.

What You Will Be Doing

The Data Officer plays a vital role in our organization's data governance and strategy. The job holder will be responsible for overseeing data quality, security, and accessibility, while also promoting a data-driven culture across the company.

Data Management and Governance

• Develop and implement data governance policies and procedures to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and security.
• Manage data classification schemes and ensure data is classified and handled appropriately.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of data dictionaries and metadata standards.
• Implement data quality control measures and monitor data integrity throughout its lifecycle.
• Collaborate with IT to ensure data security and compliance with relevant regulations.

Data Strategy and Analysis

• Analyze data needs across various departments and develop strategies to meet those needs.
• Identify opportunities to leverage data for improved decision-making and business processes.
• Work with data analysts and data scientists to support data-driven initiatives.
• Oversee or participate in data collection, cleaning, and transformation activities.

Communication and Collaboration

• Foster a data-driven culture by promoting data literacy and awareness among employees.
• Develop and deliver training programs on data governance, access, and best practices.
• Collaborate with various departments to understand their data needs and challenges.
• Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences about data-related concepts.

What We are Looking for

• Graduate in Computer Science, IT, Data Analytics or Related Masters
• 3+ years of experience in data management, data governance, or a similar role
• Experience working with data governance principles and best practices, data control measures and analysis techniques.
• Exposure to Banking Domain
• Data Management Tools and Technologies (Data Warehousing, Data Cataloging)
• Excellent Communication, Collaboration, and Interpersonal Skills.
• Ability to Work Independently and as Part of a Team.

What We Offer You

• Competitive salary package.
• Strong emphasis on work-life balance and employee wellbeing.
• Access to world-class Learning & Development platforms for career growth.
• Generous annual leave and comprehensive Private Healthcare coverage.
• Preferential banking facilities for employees.

Why Join Us

At Emirates NBD Services, we aim to be the employer of choice by helping you unlock your true potential through the right opportunities. We are reimagining the future of work to ensure every employee thrives in an environment that promotes growth, upskilling, and the development of digital skills. Our goal is to empower our employees to build meaningful careers with experiences that shape their future and contribute to Emirates NBD's success. Regardless of your background, location, or preferences, we want every employee to feel connected and engaged as part of the Emirates NBD services team.

What Does Data Governance and Quality Do?

- Lead the design, development, and execution of the Data Governance and Data Quality frameworks aligned with strategic business objectives

- Serve as a central authority in building the Data Governance Office and establishing it as a center of excellence for data stewardship across the organization

- Drive awareness and accountability for data quality by collaborating across business units and IT stakeholders

- Guide the implementation of data quality standards, metadata definitions, and data lineage documentation

- Deliver end-to-end support for regulatory requirements, performance metrics, and operational reporting on data governance effectiveness

What Are the Key Responsibilities?

- Lead organizational data strategy initiatives and act as a trusted advisor on enterprise data management

- Oversee the development of KPIs, SLAs, and dashboards related to data quality monitoring and reporting

- Direct the development and maintenance of DQ profiling methodologies, business rules, and monitoring tools

- Ensure the creation of detailed data catalogs and metadata including definitions, lineage, and reference data models

- Collaborate with RCA (Root Cause Analysis) teams to identify the source of data quality issues and implement corrective actions

- Provide expert input for systems and process enhancements that impact data accuracy, completeness, and usability

- Engage with internal business functions, vendors, and regulatory bodies to align governance practices with evolving industry standards

Education and Experience:

- Bachelor s degree in Information Management, Data Science, Finance, or related field

- 5+ years of relevant industry experience, including 3+ years in a data governance or data quality-focused leadership role

- Strong understanding of regulatory reporting requirements in financial services

Technical Skills:

- Proficiency in Data Governance frameworks and metadata management tools

- Hands-on experience with Informatica, Oracle EDQ, or similar data quality software

- Solid SQL skills and understanding of data lineage, data dictionaries, and master data management (MDM)

- Ability to interpret data-related compliance requirements and communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams

Soft Skills:

- Strategic thinker with the ability to communicate vision clearly to diverse stakeholders

- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management abilities

- Exceptional organizational and leadership skills with a focus on continuous improvement

- Confident in managing external consultants, vendors, and audit engagements

What Benefits Come with This Position?

- Lead enterprise-wide data excellence for the UAE s most prestigious financial institution

- Collaborate with top-tier leaders across business, IT, and risk functions

- Be at the forefront of driving data-led innovation in the banking industry

- Work in a performance-driven, inclusive, and high-trust culture

- Competitive compensation package and long-term career advancement opportunities

We are hiring a Consultant in Data Governance to support the development and implementation of data governance frameworks within IT and cybersecurity environments. This role is ideally suited to someone with experience in regulated industries preferably aviation who is ready to take the next step in their data career.

You will work alongside senior consultants and technical teams to help define and operationalise data governance policies, processes, and controls within the cybersecurity and IT domains.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing data governance policies and procedures across IT and cybersecurity functions
• Support data classification, access control, and metadata management efforts
• Help document and maintain data ownership and stewardship models
• Ensure governance alignment with internal security policies and relevant standards (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR)
• Work with business and technical teams to improve data quality and ensure consistency in data usage
• Participate in training and awareness initiatives to promote data governance best practices

What We re Looking For

• 2 4 years of experience in data governance, data management, or information governance roles
• Exposure to cybersecurity, IT risk, or compliance environments
• Familiarity with data governance tools (e.g., Collibra, Informatica, Microsoft Purview)
• Basic understanding of regulatory and security frameworks (GDPR, ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)
• Airline or aviation industry experience is highly desirable
• Strong attention to detail and good documentation skills
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders

A pivotal role in data integrity and security awaits an exceptional leader with technical expertise and a strong grasp of data governance principles.

• To lead by example, we seek someone who can define and implement robust policies ensuring compliance and consistency.
• Developing tooling for automated data operations is also crucial, including processing, quality control, and security features.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for deploying and operating services developed by the team, integrating seamlessly with existing infrastructure.
• Our ideal candidate will coach and mentor team members, providing valuable career development feedback based on seniority.
• We value an engineer who promotes excellent practices throughout the organization.

• Outstanding academic achievements from high school and university are expected.
• An undergraduate degree in a technical field or a compelling narrative about an alternative path is required.
• A proven track record of exceeding expectations to deliver outstanding results is essential.
• Experience with data quality, governance, and security processes and tools is necessary.
• Proficiency in software development using Python and SQL is required.
• Excellent written and spoken English communication skills, along with strong presentation abilities, are expected.
• A result-oriented individual with a personal drive to meet commitments is sought after.
• Occasional international travel may be required for company events.

This role offers a unique opportunity to grow professionally and make a lasting impact on our organization's data landscape. As a key member of our team, you'll have access to cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with talented individuals to drive innovation.

We're a forward-thinking organization dedicated to delivering exceptional results through teamwork and innovative solutions. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent.