Chief Data Officer (CDO) – Data Governance & Analytics Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Location

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Category

• Information Technology (IT) & Software
• Science & Research
• Business Development
• Operations & Supply Chain
• Others / Miscellaneous

Job Overview

A confidential executive search mandate is seeking a highly experienced Chief Data Officer (CDO) to lead enterprise-wide data governance, analytics, and AI transformation initiatives for a major organization in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This executive leadership opportunity is ideal for senior professionals with extensive expertise in enterprise data strategy, advanced analytics, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence integration.

The selected executive will play a strategic role in driving data-driven innovation, establishing enterprise governance frameworks, and leading large-scale analytics and AI initiatives across the organization. The role requires strong leadership capabilities, deep knowledge of enterprise analytics ecosystems, and proven experience managing digital transformation programs within complex business environments.

This position offers exceptional executive-level career growth opportunities, exposure to enterprise innovation initiatives, and leadership responsibility within a highly strategic and technology-driven environment focused on data intelligence, governance, and AI-powered transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and lead enterprise-wide data governance and analytics strategies
• Drive AI integration and advanced analytics transformation initiatives
• Build enterprise data management, reporting, and governance frameworks
• Lead digital transformation through data-driven business solutions
• Ensure regulatory compliance, data privacy, and security governance
• Oversee enterprise analytics and business intelligence programs
• Establish data quality, data architecture, and governance standards
• Collaborate with executive leadership teams on strategic innovation initiatives
• Support enterprise-wide adoption of AI and analytics technologies
• Lead cross-functional teams focused on data management and digital innovation

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum 15+ years of leadership experience in data governance and analytics
• Strong expertise in enterprise data governance and AI strategy
• Proven success leading large-scale digital transformation initiatives
• Extensive experience managing enterprise analytics and business intelligence programs
• Strong understanding of enterprise data management frameworks
• Expertise in regulatory compliance and data security governance
• Experience leading AI integration and advanced analytics initiatives
• Strong executive leadership and stakeholder management capabilities
• GCC or multinational leadership experience preferred
• Excellent strategic planning, communication, and decision-making skills

Salary, Benefits & Career Growth

Executive Compensation Package

SAR 130,000 – 170,000 per month (Tax-Free)

Executive Benefits & Career Growth

• Housing and executive incentives provided
• Relocation support and family benefits
• Executive leadership exposure within enterprise technology transformation
• Opportunity to lead enterprise-wide AI and analytics initiatives
• Career advancement within data governance and digital innovation leadership
• High-impact strategic role within a data-driven enterprise environment
• Exposure to enterprise-scale AI integration and analytics transformation programs

Application Process

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