account manager

business analyst

data analyst

account executive

team leader

analytics leader

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 Who We Are:
 
 
 
 GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun &amp; Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Overview:
 
 
 
 The Senior Business Analyst (SBA) is a hands-on analytics leader who turns data into commercial value for GMG&rsquo;s retail portfolio (Sports, Healthcare, Everyday Goods, Outdoor Furnitures), leveraging advanced analytics, practical AI/ML, and strong business acumen to deliver operational and financial impact. The role designs and codes data-driven algorithms and lightweight automations to streamline processes, implements clear, production-ready solutions, and communicates decision-ready insights. Success is measured by quantifiable efficiency gains, cost savings, and the sustained adoption of data-driven decision making across the organisation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
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 Transform ambiguous business challenges into well-defined analytical questions. Partner with stakeholders across functions to scope, size and sequence opportunities, ensuring the team focuses on the highest-value problems
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 Mine, profile and model multi-source data to uncover trends, root causes and growth or efficiency levers that boost revenue, cut cost and elevate customer experience
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 Design, build and productionise forecasting, optimisation and propensity models (e.g., demand, pricing, churn, segmentation) using Python, SQL and AutoML platforms. Translate model outputs into clear, actionable recommendations
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 Drive adoption of analytics through compelling data stories, dashboards and self-service tools. Validate recommendations via A/B tests, what-if simulations and ROI tracking to ensure measurable impact
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 Champion data integrity by defining business rules, collaborating with engineering teams to enrich datasets and automating pipelines that keep analytical assets reliable and scalable
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 Identify and pilot practical AI use cases&mdash;such as GenAI-based summarisation or NLP sentiment analysis&mdash;that accelerate decision-making and reduce operational cost. Promote best practices and coach stakeholders on responsible AI adoption
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 Skills &amp; Experience:
 
 
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 Master or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in STEM or equivalent.
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 6 to 8 Years of overall work experience and 4 to 5 years relevant experience of analytics &amp; insights preferably in retail domain.
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 Demonstrated track record of delivering analytics projects that drove measurable revenue growth, cost savings, or process efficiency.
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 Advanced SQL and Python; strong GA4 expertise for digital analytics and funnel/performance analysis.
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 Hands-on with AWS (S3, Glue/Athena, Lambda) and Databricks for scalable data processing and orchestration.
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 Practical ML/AI model development and fine-tuning using scikit-learn/AutoML, with clear evaluation and explainability.
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 Prediction &amp; optimisation problem-solving across demand forecasting, pricing elasticity, inventory allocation, and marketing ROI.
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 Analytical solutioning: frame hypotheses, define success metrics, design A/B tests/what-if analyses, and quantify impact.
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 Strong SQL for data retrieval &amp; manipulation, plus working knowledge of data modelling and performance basics.
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 Problem-solving and critical thinking with a bias to action and commercial outcomes
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 Excellent communication and presentation, with sharp data-storytelling for non-technical stakeholders.
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Senior Business Analyst

MSCI Inc.

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 Your Team Responsibilities
 
 
 We are looking for a highly skilled, motivated, and service-oriented individual to join our analytics sales team as an
 
 
 Analytics Consultants act as trusted advisors to our clients across the region and have responsibility for managing the associated client relationships. Consultants look to develop deep linkages with our clients and help clients make best usage of our products in the context of their investment or risk process and their business goals.
 
 
 The individual will be responsible for supporting a suite of our Analytics Products. This will involve sharing best practices, explaining risk models applied to multi asset class portfolios and partnering with the sales team to provide expertise in client engagements and pre-sales activities. Successful candidates will have a thorough knowledge of market risk measurement and management, pricing of asset types (including equity, fixed income, private assets, commodities, and derivatives), highly quantitative skills and an ability to guide institutional clients to better use our products for assessing risks and making investment decisions. The successful candidate must be adaptable, able to lead efforts to solve clients' problems.
 
 
 Your Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Manage relationships within our Middle East client base; work closely with senior client executives &amp; risk managers; implement strategic plans to ensure client retention.
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 Develop expertise in MSCI products and models as well as latest market trends and regulatory landscape to provide clients with Best Practices guidance.
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 Identify opportunities to increase client usage of our products and identify new users.
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 Work closely with the sales team on potential up-selling and cross-product selling opportunities. Assist in campaigns on new product placement.
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 Proactively engage with clients to keep them informed of our product road map with a view on how our development efforts will help them achieve their business goals; proactively solicit client feedback regarding future product development.
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 Work with internal functional teams to ensure that all clients requests / inquiries are managed appropriately.
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 Respond to detailed client enquiries about methodologies and analytics; hold advanced client training / workshops; present in seminars.
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 Based in our Riyadh office in Laysen Valley, travel to client locations across Saudi Arabia and GCC may be required.
 
 
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 Your Skills And Experience That Will Help You Excel
 
 
 
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 Deep understanding of global financial markets, including modeling and pricing of different asset types in the fixed income, equities, private assets, commodities, and credit markets and their derivatives
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 Superior written &amp; verbal communication and time management skills.
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 Business level English essential. Desired Experience Previous experience in risk management/quantitative finance, working closely with investment decision making teams.
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 Desired Qualifications MSc required ideally from finance/engineering/mathematical background. CFA, FRM, MFA, CAIA, a plus
 
 
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 About MSCI
 
 
 
 
 What we offer you
 
 
 
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 Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
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 Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
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 A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
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 A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
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 Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
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 Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
 
 
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 At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose &ndash; to power better investment decisions. You&rsquo;ll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers. This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.
 
 
 MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community. With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios. We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.
 
 
 MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email Disability.Assistance@msci.com and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed. Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.
 
 
 
 To all recruitment agencies
 
 
 
 MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.
 
 
 
 Note on recruitment scams
 
 
 
 We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers. Read our full note on careers.msci.com
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Analytics Consultant – Riyadh Based

Kitopi

<div>
 
 Kitopi is a creator of magical food experiences&mdash;we discover, create, and curate homegrown brands from the region, for the region.
 
 
 
 
 
 With a purpose to satisfy the world&rsquo;s appetite to create joy, Kitopi owns and operates a diverse portfolio of over 200+ brands. These brands are either created, discovered, or curated with their customers in mind.
 
 
 
 
 
 Launched in Dubai, UAE, in January 2018, Kitopi has grown to become one of the greatest success stories in the food tech space. By July 2021, Kitopi achieved Unicorn status, becoming the fastest company in the MENA region to reach this milestone.
 
 
 
 
 
 Kitopi&rsquo;s growth has been fueled by its innovative and scalable software solutions. Kitopi&rsquo;s kitchens are powered by its proprietary Smart Kitchen Operating System (SKOS), an in-house suite of applications that optimizes cloud kitchen operations in real-time. As part of its growth roadmap, technological innovation, data science, artificial intelligence, and robotics will take center stage as Kitopi continues to reinvent the food industry and remain the leading food company in the region.
 
 
 
 
 
 With over 6,000 employees, Kitopi currently operates 200+ locations across the UAE, KSA, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. It also operates its Customer Experience Center in Amman, Jordan, and its Engineering Hub in Krakow, Poland.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Data Analytics COE Manager is responsible for building and running Kitopi&rsquo;s central analytics enablement layer &mdash; ensuring all business units operate on consistent, reliable, and cost-efficient data.
 
 
 
 
 
 This role acts as the
 
 bridge between business and the central data team
 
 , defining standards, managing certified datasets, enforcing governance, and enabling self-service analytics across the organization.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What You'll Do
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 1. Data Standardization
 
 
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 Define and maintain company-wide KPI and metric definitions (e.g., revenue, retention, margin).
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 Manage certified data models (SQL/dbt) used by functional analytics teams.
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 Oversee documentation, data catalog, and semantic layer quality.
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 2. Governance &amp; Quality
 
 
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 Enforce role-based access and data certification processes.
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 Establish data quality checks, alerts, and version control for analytics assets.
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 Maintain change management workflows for metrics and dashboards.
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 3. Self-Service Enablement
 
 
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 Curate and maintain the library of certified datasets and dashboards.
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 Train and support functional analysts through documentation, office hours, and workshops.
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 Track BI tool usage, dashboard adoption, and user feedback.
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 4. Cost &amp; Performance Oversight
 
 
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 Monitor data platform and BI tool costs; recommend optimizations.
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 Partner with data engineering to ensure performant queries and efficient compute usage.
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 5. Cross-Functional Alignment
 
 
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 Serve as the single point of contact for data-related standards across teams.
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 Work closely with marketing, ops, finance, and product analysts to ensure consistency and alignment.
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 What We Are Looking For
 
 
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 6&ndash;10 years of experience in data analytics, analytics engineering, or BI operations.
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 Hands-on experience with modern data stacks (Snowflake/BigQuery, dbt, Looker/Power BI, Airflow, etc.).
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 Strong SQL and data modeling skills.
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 Experience managing or enabling distributed analytics teams.
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 Excellent communication skills; able to translate technical data topics into business terms.
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 Benefits
 
 
 
 - Extensive learning opportunities with hard and soft skill training to help you improve and challenge yourself.
 
 
 - Be involved in customized workshops run by the Kitopi Academy.
 
 
 - Have the chance to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment.
 
 
 - Become part of one of the most caring communities out there.
 
 
 - Free and unlimited access to a nutritionist.
 
 
 - No Dress Code! (T&amp;C applies).
 
 
 - The famous team activities and social events bursting with fun
 
 
 - Inclusive private health insurance.
 
 
 - Up to 50% discount on Kitopi brands.
 
 
 - Annual leave as per the company policy.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Additionally, we offer:
 
 
 
 - Wellness spaces designed for mothers inclusive for all.
 
 
 - Monthly well-being programs to nurture your mental and physical health.
 
 
 - Informative and empowering webinars to support your growth.
 
 
 - Social Thursdays and Fridays across markets to gather and connect with colleagues.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Recruitment Process and Timeline
 
 
 
 First, you apply, and our talent attraction team will review your profile. If your profile matches our requirements, you will receive a link to schedule a meeting with a recruiter at your convenience. This meeting is an opportunity for you to share more about yourself and for us to get to know you better.
 
 
 
 
 
 If you are shortlisted, you will meet with our hiring managers. Depending on the role and its requirements, you may need to attend 2-3 interview rounds. These rounds could include a case study, role-play, trial assignment, or live coding session, which will be communicated to you in the initial conversation.
 
 
 
 
 
 Upon successful completion of the interview rounds, your recruiter will contact you to discuss the offer. We aim to complete this process within 2-3 weeks.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 So, what does it really mean to work at Kitopi?
 
 
 
 We are constantly striving to make Kitopi the best place to work, by empowering you to be the best version of yourself every day. Our company values act as our guiding principles to help ensure that everyone feels safe, included, and like they truly belong.
 
 
 
 
 
 Kitopi is an equal-opportunity employer. While we currently operate in 6 countries, we are over 70 different nationalities of talented Kitopians. Whether you are a seasoned professional, a recent graduate, or someone looking to return to the workforce after a break, we encourage you to apply. We celebrate rich diverse backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures and have a 0-tolerance policy towards racism, bigotry, and hate. Please apply if you see a position that makes your heart skip a beat and help us build a company that we are all proud to work for.
 
 
 
 
 
 Customer-obsessed and tech-enabled, at Kitopi, we are a team of passionate humans who are on a mission together to satisfy the world&rsquo;s appetite.
 
 
 
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Analytics Manager

Weatherford

Job Overview: In MENA, we are pioneering digital transformation in oilfield services, integrating AI and advanced analytics into drilling, production, reservoir management, and support functions. As part of this journey, we are seeking an AI Expert to accelerate adoption and create tangible business impact. The AI Expert will spearhead the development and deployment of AI-driven solutions across Weatherford MENA operations. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical AI/ML capabilities with an ability to understand oilfield services challenges and deliver business-relevant solutions. This role requires close collaboration with operations, engineering, IT, and functions teams to ensure AI projects deliver measurable efficiency, cost, safety, and sustainability gains.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Partner with operations, engineering, and business stakeholders to identify high-value use cases for AI in drilling, completions, production, functions (finance, supply chain, HR, HSE etc).</li><li>Design, develop, and deploy AI/ML models tailored to oilfield data (e.g., drilling parameters, production logs, equipment telemetry, geoscience data).</li><li>Build and operationalize ML pipelines and LLM-backed solutions (e.g., RAG assistants for engineers, predictive maintenance models, AI copilots for technical workflows).</li><li>Ensure robust data governance, security, and compliance with regional regulations (UAE, Saudi, Algeria, etc.).</li><li>Integrate AI solutions with Weatherford’s digital platforms, field applications and enterprise systems.</li><li>Lead POCs and pilot deployments to demonstrate tangible business outcomes, then scale across MENA operations.</li><li>Train and mentor internal teams to adopt AI tools and develop “citizen AI” capabilities.</li><li>Stay at the forefront of emerging AI technologies (LLMs, generative AI, edge AI) and adapt them to MENA oilfield use cases</li></ul>

AI & Analytics Lead

ESMOS Recruitment

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 Our client, a leading events and entertainment company, is currently looking for a hands-on marketing leader to join their growing team in Dubai.
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
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 8&ndash;12 years of experience in marketing, ideally in entertainment, live events, creative industries, or cultural/consumer brands.
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 Proven ability to drive
 
 B2B lead generation and sales pipeline growth
 
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 Experience launching and marketing large-scale IP (events, festivals, content, or shows).
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 Hands-on execution experience with marketing stacks (CRM, automation, social, analytics, digital ads).
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 360 marketing experience - storytelling, branding, PR, and digital campaigns.
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 Leadership skill is essential
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 ***ONLY Shortlisted candidates will be contacted
 
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Head of Marketing

Client of Betting Jobs

They are searching for a Head of Marketing &amp; Acquisition Sales (Indian Market) to join their team in Dubai. In this role, you will leverage deep market knowledge, advanced marketing technology, and a performance-oriented mindset to build a passionate player community and establish our client as a market leader.
Key Responsibilities
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<li>Market Strategy &amp; Leadership: Develop and own the overarching marketing and acquisition strategy for the Indian market, aligning with global business objectives. Conduct continuous market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and threats.</li>
<li>Performance Marketing &amp; Automation: Design, implement, and optimize multi-channel performance marketing campaigns with a heavy focus on ROI and LTV. Leverage Marketing AI and automation tools to enhance targeting, personalization, and efficiency at scale.</li>
<li>Affiliate &amp; Partner Management: Build, manage, and grow a robust network of affiliate partners and key accounts. Develop strong relationships, negotiate commercial terms, and implement innovative programs to maximize acquisition volume and quality.</li>
<li>Brand &amp; Content Strategy: Craft a compelling brand narrative and value proposition that resonates with the Indian audience. Oversee all creative execution, including video content, static creatives, and messaging tailored for both casino and sportsbook verticals.</li>
<li>CRM &amp; Player Journey: Architect and manage a sophisticated, data-driven CRM strategy. Develop automated, personalized communication flows (email, push, SMS, in-app messages) that guide players through an optimized journey from onboarding to retention and reactivation.</li>
<li>Social Media Mastery: Lead the strategy for all social media channels (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, local platforms), creating engaging content, managing communities, and running highly targeted paid social campaigns.</li>
<li>Analytics &amp; Reporting: Possess an obsession with data. Utilize analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Tableau, CRM data) to track KPIs, derive actionable insights, and present performance reports to senior leadership, constantly justifying spend and demonstrating growth.</li>
</ul>

Head of Marketing & Acquisition Sales

Client of Tandem Search

Location: Dubai/Riyadh 
Big4 
Level: Director
Role Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Director to join our Data &amp; AI practice, working with global and regional clients to unlock the value of data, analytics, and artificial intelligence. As a Director, you will play a pivotal role in leading client engagements, driving business development, and shaping the firm s Data &amp; AI offerings.
You will be responsible for delivering large-scale transformation programs, advising C-suite executives on AI strategy and adoption, and mentoring high-performing teams. This role is a Partner-track opportunity for a leader who can combine technical expertise, commercial acumen, and strategic vision to expand the firm s footprint in this fast-evolving domain.
Key Responsibilities
Client Delivery
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 Lead large, complex engagements across data strategy, AI adoption, cloud platforms, machine learning, and advanced analytics.
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 Advise clients on data monetization, operating models, AI governance, and emerging technologies (LLMs, generative AI, automation).
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 Oversee delivery excellence by managing cross-functional teams and ensuring high client satisfaction.
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Business Development
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 Drive go-to-market initiatives for Data &amp; AI services, developing new offerings and propositions.
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 Build strong client relationships with CxO and Board-level stakeholders, positioning the firm as a trusted advisor.
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 Originate and convert opportunities into multi-million-dollar consulting engagements.
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Practice Development &amp; Leadership
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 Support the growth of the Data &amp; AI practice by scaling capabilities, frameworks, and delivery models.
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 Mentor and coach managers and senior managers, developing the next generation of leaders.
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 Contribute to thought leadership by publishing insights, participating in industry forums, and representing the firm externally.
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Qualifications &amp; Experience
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 15+ years of professional experience in consulting, technology, or digital transformation, with at least 8 years focused on data, analytics, and AI.
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 Proven track record of leading data &amp; AI engagements at scale across industries such as financial services, energy, healthcare, government, or consumer.
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 Strong expertise in:
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 Data platforms and engineering (Azure, AWS, GCP).
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 Advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI/LLM solutions.
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 Data governance, ethics, and regulatory compliance.
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 Experience in business development, including pipeline management, proposals, and closing $5M+ annual sales.
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 Strong network with senior business and technology leaders in the Middle East (preferred).
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 Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, or related field; MBA or Master s preferred.
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Data & AI Director

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