DATA STRATEGIST

About the Role

Duncan & Ross is retained by a leading petrochemical client based on Saudi Arabias Eastern Coast to source a senior Data Strategist for a short-term high-impact engagement. Working in alignment with a major national energy companys data governance and digital transformation frameworks you will define and shape the clients enterprise data strategy translating business objectives into a clear actionable roadmap for data capability development.

What Youll Do

• Develop and articulate the clients enterprise data strategy aligned with national energy company standards and Vision 2030 digital priorities
• Assess the current state of data maturity across business units and identify capability gaps
• Define strategic priorities for data architecture data quality analytics and AI enablement
• Build the business case for data investments and present recommendations to senior leadership
• Establish data principles strategic objectives and measurable outcomes
• Align data strategy with enterprise architecture IT roadmap and business transformation goals
• Engage and advise C-suite and executive stakeholders on strategic data decisions
• Produce a clear prioritised data strategy document and implementation roadmap

What Were Looking For

• 10 years of experience in data strategy enterprise data management or digital transformation
• Proven track record developing enterprise data strategies for large complex organisations ideally in energy petrochemicals or industrial sectors
• Strong understanding of data architecture data governance analytics and AI/ML enablement
• Experience working within or alongside major national energy companies in the Gulf region is a significant advantage
• Ability to operate at executive level and translate complex data concepts into business language
• Familiarity with relevant frameworks (DAMA TOGAF DCAM or equivalent)

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Technology