Manager – Data Governance (7–10 Years’ Experience) | Dubai, UAE

We are looking for a seasoned Manager – Data Governance to design, implement, and manage a robust enterprise-wide data governance framework. The role ensures data accuracy, consistency, and security while embedding governance standards into analytics and business operations to support compliance, scalability, and data-driven decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic:Develop and execute enterprise data governance and metadata management frameworks.Establish data standards, business glossaries, and lineage documentation.Align governance with cloud and analytics platforms such as Azure, Snowflake, and Databricks.Embed governance practices within Agile, CI/CD, and data engineering workflows.Conduct data maturity assessments (DAMA-DMBOK, CDMC) and report progress to leadership.Operational:Deploy and manage tools like Informatica Axon, Collibra, and Azure Purview.Oversee data quality, profiling, and remediation processes across databases and cloud systems.Manage data classification, access control, and privacy compliance programs.Integrate governance checkpoints into ETL pipelines and BI ecosystems (Power BI, Tableau).Leadership & Collaboration:Lead data stewards and cross-functional teams to implement governance initiatives.Conduct training sessions and promote a culture of data ownership and literacy.Partner with IT, business stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to align governance objectives.Continuous Improvement:Automate data quality and lineage tracking processes.Recommend governance enhancements based on insights and KPIs.Maintain version control and standardization of governance artifacts.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.7–10 years of experience in data governance, data management, or enterprise data strategy.Expertise in Informatica, Collibra, Azure Purview, or similar governance platforms.Knowledge of data privacy and protection regulations (GDPR, DIFC, UAE laws).Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.