EY Senior Consultant - Data Management Forensics Riyadh 

Saudi Arabia, Riyadh Region, Riyadh 

323952571

Position Title: Senior Data Management Consultant

Experience:6+

Number of Hires: 1

As a Senior Consultant, you will play a key role in leading data governance and management projects,

design and implement enterprise-wide Data Governance frameworks, policies, and operating models. Develop and align data strategies with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and best practices.

This role requires technical proficiency, problem-solving capabilities, and leadership skills to manage deliverables and guide junior team members effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement enterprise-wide Data Governance frameworks, policies, and operating models.
• Develop and align data strategies with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and best practices.
• Establish data stewardship, ownership, and accountability structures across business units.
• Advise senior leadership (CIOs, CDOs, CISOs, and business heads) on data-driven governance strategies.
• Conduct maturity assessments and develop road maps for data governance adoption.
• Ensure compliance with Saudi regulatory standards (SDAIA, NDMO, CITC, SAMA, NCA).
• Define and enforce policies for data privacy, protection, security, and quality management.
• Lead initiatives to classify, protect, and manage sensitive data assets.
• Design data quality frameworks, metrics, and monitoring processes.
• Oversee master data management (MDM) and metadata management practices.
• Support the implementation of data governance tools
• Collaborate with IT and business teams on data architecture and integration initiatives.
• Lead change management efforts to drive a strong data culture and awareness

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in information management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
• 6–10+ years of professional experience, with at least 5 years in data governance, data management, or information governance roles.
• Strong consulting background (Big Four or leading consultancy experience in Saudi/GCC region preferred).
• Proven track record of designing and leading data governance programs in large enterprises or government entities.
• Deep understanding of data governance frameworks (DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM, EDM Council).
• Familiarity with regulatory standards in Saudi Arabia (NDMO data management framework, SDAIA policies, SAMA regulations, NCA cybersecurity controls).
• Proficiency with data governance, data quality, and MDM platforms.
• Knowledge of data analytics, BI, and cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong stakeholder engagement and executive communication skills.
• Ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and advisory skills.
• Leadership in change management and data culture initiatives.

Preferred Certifications

• CDMP (Certified Data Management Professional)
• DCAM Accreditation
• DAMA Certification
• TOGAF or equivalent Enterprise Architecture certification
• PMP / PRINCE2 (for governance program management)
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to work in high-pressure environments.