Job Description – Senior Data Management Consultant
We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Data Strategy Consultant with 8+ years of experience in advising clients on data strategy, governance, and regulatory compliance. The candidate must have deep expertise in data management maturity models, data governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements, ensuring businesses can maximize their data assets while complying with both local and international regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a consulting environment, collaborating with industry leaders and driving data-driven business transformation. This role is based in India, with the expectation of traveling to Middle Eastern client locations as required.
Responsibilities
- Data Strategy & Advisory
- Develop and implement enterprise-wide data strategies aligned with business objectives.
- Assess data maturity levels using industry-standard frameworks and define roadmaps for data-driven transformation.
- Advise clients on data monetization, data quality, and data lifecycle management
- Data Governance & Compliance
- Define and implement data governance frameworks, policies, and best practices.
- Ensure compliance with local and international data regulations, including GDPR, HIPAA, and region-specific laws.
- Develop data stewardship programs, ensuring clear roles and responsibilities for data management.
- Regulatory & Risk Management
- Provide expertise on data privacy, security, and risk management strategies.
- Align data strategies with regulatory frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and other industry-specific compliance standards.
- Advise on data sovereignty and cross-border data transfer policies.
- Consulting & Pre-Sales Support
- Conduct client workshops to define data strategy and governance models.
- Develop thought leadership, whitepapers, and strategic insights to support client engagements.
- Assist in business development efforts, including proposals and pre-sales discussions.
- Team Mentorship & Leadership
- Mentor junior consultants on data governance and strategic advisory.
- Stay updated on emerging trends in data strategy, regulations, and governance technologies.
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and knowledge-sharing forums.
Qualifications
- Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s in Data Management, Business Analytics, Information Systems, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in data strategy, governance, or regulatory compliance consulting.
- Technical & Regulatory Expertise
- Deep understanding of data management maturity models (e.g., DAMA-DMBOK, CMMI for Data Management) ; Should be DAMA Certified
- Basic Proficiency in data governance tools such as Collibra, Informatica, or Azure Purview.
- Strong knowledge of local and international data regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, PDPA, UAE’s NDPL, KSA-NDMO , UAE DGE Data Regulations, Dubai Data Law).
- Preferred Industry Experience
- Prior experience in AI implementation within at least one of the following sectors: Oil & Gas, Financial Services, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Real Estate , Tourism , Government/Citizen Services , Mobility , Energy & Utilities, Telecom
- Consulting & Leadership Skills
- Strong stakeholder engagement and advisory skills.
- Ability to translate complex data governance concepts into actionable business strategies.
- Experience in leading client workshops, pre-sales discussions, and business transformation initiatives.