Data Governance Specialist (Informatica)

Hays is seeking a Data Governance Specialist with Informatica expertise for a permanent position in Dubai, UAE. This role is crucial for supporting major AI, data, and cloud transformation projects within the region.

At Hays, we believe that the right job can transform a person's life and the right person can transform a business. We connect ambition with opportunity, helping people and organisations reimagine what’s possible. With operations in 30 countries, we fill around 1,000 roles every working day.

Looking for a Data Governance & Data Management Specialist to join a client involved in significant AI, data, and cloud transformation projects across various industries in the UAE. Apply now to be part of this exciting initiative!

Company Overview

Hays is a global leader in staffing and recruiting, operating in 30 countries with over 200 offices and 9,500 colleagues worldwide. We place over 200,000 professionals into new roles annually, providing tailored advice and market intelligence to accelerate careers. For organisations, we build recruitment and workforce solutions shaped by real-time market insights and local expertise.

Quick Details

• Job Type: Permanent
• Location: Dubai, UAE
• Experience: Mid-Senior level

Key Responsibilities

• Configure Informatica Axon Data Governance.
• Design and implement business glossary and critical data elements.
• Implement and manage Informatica EDC (Enterprise Data Catalog) scanning.
• Integrate Axon and EDC metadata synchronization, ensuring alignment between business glossary and technical metadata.
• Define onboarding playbooks, standards, and templates for data asset registration and stewardship.

Requirements

• 10 years of industry experience.
• Banking/BFSI domain experience.
• Strong hands-on experience with Informatica Axon Data Governance and Informatica EDC.
• Proven experience in data governance implementation and frameworks.
• Knowledge of metadata management, data cataloging, classification, data quality, ServiceNow/Jira, BI platforms.
• Understanding of RDBMS concepts and SQL fundamentals.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on large-scale AI, data, and cloud transformation projects in the UAE.
• Be part of a leading global recruitment firm, Hays.
• Gain exposure to diverse industries and cutting-edge technologies.
• Contribute to shaping the future of work.