Head Of Data And Product

Michael Page

UAE

Posted
Ref: HP350-9333

Job description / Role

Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
IT - Software & Web Development
Company Industry
IT, Software & Internet Services

This is a strategic leadership role requiring end-to-end experience in building a greenfield data function, spanning data products, platforms, operating models, and the evolution towards AI-enabled capabilities.

In this role, you will lead the end-to-end data technology strategy, driving execution and modernisation across data, AI and products capabilities. This is a senior leadership role balancing strategic vision with operational delivery.

Client Details

A leading organisation committed to innovation and digital transformation, delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower businesses and customers. The company fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Description

* Define and execute data, advanced analytics, and AI strategy aligned to business priorities.
* Implement strong product management practices with clear ownership and measurable outcomes.
* Lead and develop high-performing teams across engineering, product, data, and DevOps.
* Establish modern data platforms, BI, and reporting capabilities to enable insight-driven decisions.
* Drive innovation through automation, DevOps practices, and responsible AI adoption.

Job Offer

* Opportunity to shape data, technology and AI strategy at an enterprise level
* Competitive package with strong career growth prospects
* Work in a culture of innovation and continuous improvement

Requirements:

* Bachelor's/Master's degree in Data, Technology, Computer Science or Engineering.
* At least 5 years of senior leadership experience in data technology roles, within wider experience.
* Proven track record in leading large, multi-disciplinary teams.
* Experience delivering complex transformation and modernisation initiatives.
* Expertise in data, advanced analytics, business intelligence, and AI.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.

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