Data & Analytics Lead | Al-Futtaim Finance | Financial Services at Al-Futtaim in Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Kablio

Role

Description

data governance

ai capability

vendor management

analytics delivery

data strategy

collaboration

Data governance & compliance: implement policies, metadata management, lineage, and quality frameworks aligned with Group data leads.
Collaborate with Group & Divisional teams: ensure synergy with AFS&TD, GTDP, EIB and initiatives to avoid duplication and ensure reuse.
Build AI capability: develop internal data science and ML delivery capabilities for use cases like credit risk, pricing, fraud detection, and collections optimization
Vendor and partner management: manage data engineering vendors, AI partners, and Group shared services (infrastructure, security).
Analytics & BI delivery: drive data analytics platform adoption, ensuring executive dashboards (profitability, equity, RoE) and self-service analytics for business teams.
The position works closely with other group counterparts, business product owners to establish a future-ready data operating model that integrates governed data, analytics and AI delivery
Lead the Data & AI Enablement agenda: define and execute AFF’s data strategy aligned with the Group CDO and Digital Transformation plan.

Requirements

10+ years

leadership

ai/ml

python

data factory

power bi

10+ years in Data & Analytics roles with at least 5 years in leadership capacity
Proven experience in AI/ML delivery such as credit risk, pricing or customer analytics including building digital twins
Familiarity with Python, ML frameworks such as Scikit-learn and Azure ML and model deployment
Experience working with cross-functional teams across IT, risk, finance and product
Skilled in requirements elicitation, process mapping, journey design, and hypothesis validation.
Track record of managing data engineering and BI delivery teams (Internal and vendor)
Experience establishing and enforcing data governance towards a certified data concept, lineage and quality frameworks
Deep understanding of financial product data models including Portfolio, Profitability and RoE
Strong technical knowledge of Azure Data Factory, Power BI, SQL and Fabric Lakehouse
Hands-on experience designing and delivering fully AI enabled data platforms

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

AED 11.4 bn

Annual Revenue

The company generates billions of dirhams annually, highlighting its significant regional economic impact.

30 Brands

Automotive Portfolio

Showcasing the company's extensive automotive presence across multiple countries in MENA and Asia.

300+ Stores

Retail Network

Highlighting the extensive retail operations that bring global brands to local markets.

Born in the 1930s as a family venture in Dubai, it evolved into a regional powerhouse across 18 countries.
It built a portfolio spanning automotive, retail, real estate, finance, health, and education divisions.
Real estate highlights include Dubai Festival City, mixed-use developments, and logistics hubs.
Financial services include insurance, broking, and consumer financing across the region.
Health segment delivers modern clinics and patient-centric care solutions.
Education arm partners with global institutions, supports Arabic excellence, and collaborates with NASA challenges.
The narrative includes pioneering projects like hydrogen fuel stations and AI-driven retail innovation.

Culture + Values

Customer obsession: We put the customer at the center of everything we do.
Integrity: We act with honesty and integrity in everything we do.
Innovation: We constantly seek new ways to improve and innovate.
Excellence: We are committed to delivering excellence in all our operations.
Sustainability: We are focused on creating a better future for all by delivering sustainable solutions.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Emissions Target

Commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by a specific year, reflecting long-term sustainability goals.

Expanding the portfolio of sustainable products and services across industries.
Improving energy efficiency across operations.
Minimizing waste and promoting recycling in all facilities.
Implementing green building initiatives in all new developments.

Inclusion & Diversity

Gender Diversity: Increased focus on balancing gender representation in leadership roles.
Workplace Inclusion: Initiatives aimed at fostering a more inclusive work environment for all employees.
Employee Resource Groups: Support for various employee-led groups that focus on diverse needs and communities.

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Al-Futtaim Automotive

Al-Futtaim Real Estate

Role

Description

data governance

ai capability

vendor management

analytics delivery

data strategy

collaboration

Data governance & compliance: implement policies, metadata management, lineage, and quality frameworks aligned with Group data leads.
Collaborate with Group & Divisional teams: ensure synergy with AFS&TD, GTDP, EIB and initiatives to avoid duplication and ensure reuse.
Build AI capability: develop internal data science and ML delivery capabilities for use cases like credit risk, pricing, fraud detection, and collections optimization
Vendor and partner management: manage data engineering vendors, AI partners, and Group shared services (infrastructure, security).
Analytics & BI delivery: drive data analytics platform adoption, ensuring executive dashboards (profitability, equity, RoE) and self-service analytics for business teams.
The position works closely with other group counterparts, business product owners to establish a future-ready data operating model that integrates governed data, analytics and AI delivery
Lead the Data & AI Enablement agenda: define and execute AFF’s data strategy aligned with the Group CDO and Digital Transformation plan.

Requirements

10+ years

leadership

ai/ml

python

data factory

power bi

10+ years in Data & Analytics roles with at least 5 years in leadership capacity
Proven experience in AI/ML delivery such as credit risk, pricing or customer analytics including building digital twins
Familiarity with Python, ML frameworks such as Scikit-learn and Azure ML and model deployment
Experience working with cross-functional teams across IT, risk, finance and product
Skilled in requirements elicitation, process mapping, journey design, and hypothesis validation.
Track record of managing data engineering and BI delivery teams (Internal and vendor)
Experience establishing and enforcing data governance towards a certified data concept, lineage and quality frameworks
Deep understanding of financial product data models including Portfolio, Profitability and RoE
Strong technical knowledge of Azure Data Factory, Power BI, SQL and Fabric Lakehouse
Hands-on experience designing and delivering fully AI enabled data platforms

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

AED 11.4 bn

Annual Revenue

The company generates billions of dirhams annually, highlighting its significant regional economic impact.

30 Brands

Automotive Portfolio

Showcasing the company's extensive automotive presence across multiple countries in MENA and Asia.

300+ Stores

Retail Network

Highlighting the extensive retail operations that bring global brands to local markets.

Born in the 1930s as a family venture in Dubai, it evolved into a regional powerhouse across 18 countries.
It built a portfolio spanning automotive, retail, real estate, finance, health, and education divisions.
Real estate highlights include Dubai Festival City, mixed-use developments, and logistics hubs.
Financial services include insurance, broking, and consumer financing across the region.
Health segment delivers modern clinics and patient-centric care solutions.
Education arm partners with global institutions, supports Arabic excellence, and collaborates with NASA challenges.
The narrative includes pioneering projects like hydrogen fuel stations and AI-driven retail innovation.

Culture + Values

Customer obsession: We put the customer at the center of everything we do.
Integrity: We act with honesty and integrity in everything we do.
Innovation: We constantly seek new ways to improve and innovate.
Excellence: We are committed to delivering excellence in all our operations.
Sustainability: We are focused on creating a better future for all by delivering sustainable solutions.

Environment + Sustainability

2050

Net Zero Emissions Target

Commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by a specific year, reflecting long-term sustainability goals.

Expanding the portfolio of sustainable products and services across industries.
Improving energy efficiency across operations.
Minimizing waste and promoting recycling in all facilities.
Implementing green building initiatives in all new developments.

Inclusion & Diversity

Gender Diversity: Increased focus on balancing gender representation in leadership roles.
Workplace Inclusion: Initiatives aimed at fostering a more inclusive work environment for all employees.
Employee Resource Groups: Support for various employee-led groups that focus on diverse needs and communities.

Articles

Careers at Al-Futtaim

Al-Futtaim Automotive

Al-Futtaim Real Estate