Head of Data & AI - Middle East for Capgemini Invent
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Head of Data & AI - Middle East for Capgemini Invent ---------------------------------------------------------- Location: Dubai/Abu Dhabi Level: VP Capgemini is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology.
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Head of Data & AI - Middle East for Capgemini Invent
**Level:** VP
**Capgemin**i is a global leader in partnering with companies to transform and manage their business by harnessing the power of technology.
Guided by our purpose of unleashing human energy through technology for an inclusive and sustainable future, we are a responsible and diverse organization of 440,000 team members in more than 50 countries.
With a strong 55-year heritage and deep industry expertise, Capgemini is trusted by clients to address the entire breadth of their business needs, from strategy and design to operations, fuelled by the fast-evolving world of cloud, data, AI, connectivity, software, and platforms.
Capgemini Invent is seeking a **Head of Data & AI** to **build, lead, and scale the Data & AI business in the Middle East** comprising of KSA and the UAE.
This is a **senior growth leadership role**, focused on **building the business, establishing senior client relationships, and scaling a team**, rather than hands‑on solution delivery.
The role is a critical pillar in Capgemini Invent’s Middle East growth strategy and will play a central role in strengthening the firm’s presence within large‑scale national transformation programs, particularly in the **Public Sector**.
Business & Market Leadership
- Own and grow the **Data & AI portfolio in the Middle East**, with full accountability for market development and revenue growth
- Act as the **senior Data & AI leader and client-facing executive** in the Saudi market
- Build and maintain strong relationships with **senior government and enterprise stakeholders**, particularly in the Public Sector
- Position Capgemini Invent’s Data & AI value proposition, leveraging **global capabilities and delivery at scale**
Client & Stakeholder Engagement
- Established network with **senior stakeholders** across KSA and UAE working with:
- + **Government entities & semi-government organizations**
- + **PIF portfolio companies**
- + **Regulatory authorities**
- Ability to manage complex stakeholder environments with **high governance and sensitivity**
Team & Capability Building
- **Establish and scale the Data & AI organization** in Saudi Arabia, starting from a small core team
- **Recruit, develop, and lead high****‑****caliber talent,** with the potential to onboard trusted team members
- Operate effectively within a **matrix model**, **mobilizing regional and global expertise across Capgemini and Invent**
Strategy & Internal Orchestration
- Define and execute the **local Data & AI strategy** aligned with **Capgemini Invent’s Middle East ambitions**
- Work closely with industry leaders across **Public Sector, Financial Services, Telco (STC), and CPRD**
- Partner with global and regional leaders to deliver integrated client solutions
- Expected experience
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- Experience from **Tier 1 consulting** company
- Strong credibility in **Data & AI-led Transformations**
- Proven **track record in building business relationships and teams**
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- Arabic language
- Strong understanding of, and ideally hands‑on experience in the Middle Eastern markets
- Entrepreneurial, resilient, and motivated by building a business in a developing market
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At Capgemini, we help organizations across the world become more agile, competitive, and successful.
You’ll work in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture where innovation and transformation are at the heart of everything we do.
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Capgemini positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
We are committed to hiring, developing, and retaining the best people to deliver innovative, world-class solutions for our clients.
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