GRC Data Governance Manager

About the Role

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain an enterprise data governance framework aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements
• Lead data classification initiatives to ensure accurate labeling and protection of sensitive information
• Oversee data quality management processes, including defining metrics, monitoring data integrity, and driving remediation efforts
• Conduct privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and ensure adherence to privacy laws and internal policies
• Define and manage data lifecycle processes from creation through archival and disposal
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, IT, and business stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance (e.g., UAE PDPL, GDPR)
• Monitor and report on data governance metrics and KPIs to senior management
• Provide training, guidance, and support to teams on data governance policies and procedures

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management, Business Administration, or related field
• 7–10 years of experience in data governance, GRC, or related roles
• Proven technical expertise in enterprise data governance frameworks and tools
• Demonstrated experience with data classification and metadata management
• Hands-on experience in data quality management, including profiling, cleansing, and monitoring
• Practical knowledge of Privacy Impact Assessments and data protection principles
• Solid understanding of data lifecycle management and retention policies
• Strong knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements (e.g., UAE PDPL, GDPR) and ability to translate them into technical and operational controls
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Information Governance, Data Science, or related discipline
• Professional certifications such as DGSP, CIPM, CIPP/E, or CRISC
• Experience working within the UAE or broader Middle East regulatory environment
• Familiarity with leading data governance and metadata management tools (e.g., Collibra, Alation)
• Project management certification (PMP, Prince2) or experience leading cross-functional projects