Data Specialist

Senior Data Specialist

A Senior Data Specialist is responsible for overseeing thecollection processing and interpretation of data to inform businessstrategies and support operational needs. This role involves working closelywith clients to understand their business needs analysing complex datasetsand delivering actionable insights that drive business decisions.

Responsibilities

1. Client engagement and consultation. Work closelywith clients to gather requirements define project scopes and provide expertdata solutions.

2. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholdersto align project goals with client needs.

3. Lead data management initiatives including datagovernance data architecture and data quality improvement.

4. Strong understanding of data governanceprinciples practices and frameworks.

5. Provide strategic guidance on data managementdata governance and best practices.

6. Experience with data security privacyregulations and compliance requirements in UAE.

7. Utilize Business Process Management (BPM)methodologies to enhance data workflows and optimize operations.

8. Develop and maintain data documentationincluding data dictionaries and data lineage documentation.

9. Monitor and enhance data security ensuring compliancewith data protection regulations like GDPR and UAE data privacy laws.

Education Level and Career Experience

Education

Bachelors degree in computerscience Data Science Information Technology or a related field.

Professional certificationsrelated to data management data science or business intelligence (e.g.Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) Certified Analytics Professional(CAP).

58 years of experience in dataanalysis data management or business intelligence with at least 23 years ina senior or leadership role.

Requirements

58 years of experience indata analysis data management or business intelligence with at least 23years in a senior or leadership role.

Strong client managementskills with a focus on building longterm relationships.

Excellent verbal and writtencommunication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly.

Understanding of thebusiness landscape and client expectations in the UAE and the wider Middle Eastregion.

Ability to manage multipledata projects simultaneously prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Adaptability to work in amulticultural environment.

Essential skills & Certification

Skills

SQL

Python (or other programminglanguages)

Data visualization tools (e.g.Tableau Power BI)

Data warehousing and datamodeling

Data quality management

ETL processes

Cloud platforms (e.g. AWSAzure GCP)

Data governance and compliance

Benefits