Data Governance Consultant & Lead Data Governance Consultant – Energy & Oil & Gas | Abu Dhabi, UAE

Location

Abu Dhabi, UAE – Onsite

Job Category

• Information Technology (IT) & Software
• Energy, Oil & Gas
• Business Development
• Engineering & Technical

Job Overview

A leading organization in Abu Dhabi is seeking experienced Data Governance Consultants and Lead Data Governance Consultants to support large-scale enterprise data governance initiatives within the Energy and Oil & Gas sector. The opportunities are suited to professionals with strong expertise in data governance frameworks, operating models, metadata management, data catalogs, data lineage, business glossaries, and data classification.

The roles will contribute to establishing and strengthening enterprise-wide data governance practices, improving data ownership and stewardship, and supporting governance compliance, audit, and reporting requirements. Strong stakeholder management and experience driving governance adoption are essential for success.

These positions offer an opportunity for experienced Data Governance professionals to contribute to strategically important enterprise initiatives while strengthening their expertise in data governance, data management, compliance, and enterprise transformation. Candidates with relevant professional development, certifications, and specialized data governance training may be well positioned for continued career growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement data governance frameworks and operating models.
• Support enterprise data governance initiatives across business and technical functions.
• Manage metadata, enterprise data catalogs, and associated governance processes.
• Establish and maintain data lineage, business glossaries, and data classification practices.
• Support data stewardship and data ownership frameworks.
• Monitor governance compliance and contribute to audit and reporting activities.
• Drive adoption of data governance policies, standards, and processes.
• Work closely with business and technology stakeholders to establish effective governance practices.
• Support strategic data management initiatives across the Energy and Oil & Gas sector.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of enterprise data governance capabilities.

Requirements & Qualifications

Data Governance Consultant

• 6–10 years of professional experience in Data Governance or a closely related field.
• Proven experience with data governance frameworks and operating models.
• Strong knowledge of metadata management and data catalogs.
• Experience with data lineage, business glossaries, and data classification.
• Knowledge of data stewardship and data ownership practices.
• Experience with governance compliance, audit, and reporting.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience supporting governance adoption.
• Mandatory: Energy / Oil & Gas industry experience.
• Mandatory: Candidates must currently be based in the UAE.

Lead Data Governance Consultant

• 10+ years of professional experience in Data Governance or a closely related field.
• Extensive experience developing and implementing data governance frameworks and operating models.
• Strong expertise in metadata management, data catalogs, data lineage, business glossaries, and data classification.
• Strong understanding of data stewardship and data ownership.
• Experience leading governance compliance, audit, and reporting activities.
• Excellent stakeholder management and governance adoption capabilities.
• Mandatory: Energy / Oil & Gas industry experience.
• Mandatory: Candidates must currently be based in the UAE.

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Salary and compensation details have not been provided by the employer.

The positions provide an opportunity to work on large-scale enterprise data governance initiatives within the Energy / Oil & Gas sector. Successful candidates can further develop their expertise in enterprise data management, governance frameworks, compliance, stakeholder management, and strategic data transformation.

Professional development through relevant Data Governance, Data Management, Metadata Management, and related certifications or training can further support long-term career progression in enterprise data and technology leadership.

Application Process

Application Process (Website)

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Candidates should follow the application instructions provided by the recruiting organization and submit their updated CV directly to the HR/recruitment contact below.

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