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Head of Data and Intelligence

MCG TalentDubai, UAE4 weeks agoDirector
Directorfulltime

Skills

Data StrategyDatabasesCloud Platforms (AWS

About This Role

Overview

We are partnering with a leading regional organization to appoint a

Head of Data & Intelligence

—a critical leadership role driving enterprise-wide data strategy, analytics maturity, and business intelligence across multiple markets.

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape how data informs decision-making at the executive level, enabling commercial growth, operational efficiency, and digital transformation.

The Role

As Head of Data & Intelligence, you will define and lead the organization’s data vision, governance, and analytics capabilities across the region.

You will build and scale a high-performing team while embedding a data-driven culture across business functions.

Strategy & Leadership

  • Define and execute the enterprise data & analytics strategy aligned with business objectives
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on data-driven decision making
  • Lead, mentor, and scale a regional data, BI, and analytics team

Data & Analytics

  • Oversee data architecture, warehousing, and governance frameworks
  • Drive advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and AI/ML initiatives
  • Translate complex data into actionable insights for commercial and operational teams

Business Intelligence & Reporting

  • Establish best-in-class dashboards and reporting frameworks
  • Standardize KPIs and performance tracking across markets
  • Improve data accessibility and self-service analytics capabilities

Transformation & Innovation

  • Lead data transformation initiatives and modernize data infrastructure
  • Evaluate and implement new tools, platforms, and technologies
  • Foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement

Requirements

  • 12–15+ years of experience in data, analytics, or business intelligence
  • Proven leadership experience managing large, cross-functional teams
  • Strong background in data strategy, governance, and architecture
  • Experience with modern BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and data platforms
  • Exposure to AI/ML and advanced analytics is highly preferred
  • Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence C-level stakeholders
  • Experience in regional or multi-market environments is a plus

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