Senior Data Lead Consultant

Salt Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Salt Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates Contract Data, AI, Data Engineering, Data Architecture & Data Science Specialist at Salt***RECRUITING***Job Title – Data Engagement Lead Location – Onsite in Abu Dhabi Start Date – ASAPThis role will require security clearance, which will take a few weeks to complete.Please only apply if you are serious about contracting / consulting, and are willing to accept a 3 month initial contract,Role Overview I want to speak to Data Engagement Leads / Senior Data Consultants to lead high-impact data consulting engagements for clients across diverse industries. This role combines strategic leadership, client engagement, and technical expertise to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that create measurable value. You will oversee end-to-end project delivery, foster strong client relationships, and contribute to our firm’s thought leadership in data and AI consulting Key Responsibilities Client Leadership: Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives, helping clients define and achieve their data-driven objectives, tailoring data consulting strategies to address specific client challenges and unlock growth opportunities, and building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment on goals and priorities.Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute innovative data strategies that align with client business objectives and industry best practices, lead the design and implementation of complex data and AI initiatives that deliver measurable impact, and mentor and guide senior consultants and team members, fostering a high-performance culture.Business Development: Identify and pursue new opportunities to expand the firm’s footprint in data and AI consulting, collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop compelling proposals, deliver presentations, and secure engagements, and negotiate contracts and manage client expectations to ensure long-term partnerships.Project Oversight and Solution Oversee the successful delivery of multiple, concurrent projects, maintaining the highest standards of quality and excellence, proactively manage risks and ensure timely resolution of project challenges, and partner with technical teams to design and implement cutting-edge data solutions, including AI and machine learning technologies.Talent Management and Growth: Attract top talent to the firm by showcasing our innovative culture and growth opportunities, develop initiatives to retain high-performing consultants and create an inclusive, supportive work environment, and provide coaching, mentorship, and training to develop future leaders in data consulting.Desired Experience and Qualifications10 years of experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience in data consulting or related fields, with at least 5 years in leadership roles, and demonstrated success in managing large-scale, complex data initiatives with measurable business outcomes.Technical expertise: Expertise in leveraging Big Data, AI, and machine learning technologies to drive business impact, and familiarity with cloud platforms, data engineering tools, and emerging AI trends, including large language models (LLMs).Soft Skills: Outstanding analytical and problem-solving capabilities, exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, proven ability to build and maintain relationships with executive-level stakeholders, and a strategic mindset with a focus on delivering results.Key Competencies: Business Acumen: Ability to align data strategies with overarching business goals. Innovation: Track record of delivering innovative and impactful data solutions. Leadership: Proven capability to lead teams, inspire colleagues, and drive strategic initiatives. 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