Project Data Manager

Position - Project Data Manager(Banking)

Client - Ridik Pte. Ltd.

Experience- 7+ years

Location - Abu Dhabi

Job Summary

The Data Product Manager (Data PM) is responsible for the end-to-end strategy, development, and maintenance of data products, ensuring compliance with CBUAE regulations. The role focuses on creating a robust Data Management Framework (DMF), ensuring data quality, privacy, and security in line with CBUAE Data Management standards and Consumer Protection Regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. CBUAE Regulatory Compliance & Governance

• Develop and implement a Data Management Framework (DMF) to ensure compliance with CBUAE regulations, specifically targeting data quality, security, and traceability.

• Ensure data products meet CBUAE Consumer Protection Regulations, including data minimisation, secure storage, and controlled access.

• Manage data lifecycle in compliance with CBUAE guidelines on outsourcing and data localization, ensuring data confidentiality and authenticity.

• Document data sets and identify data owners to maintain accountability for data quality standards.

2. Data Quality & Management

• Implement rigorous data quality reviews to assess completeness, accuracy, timeliness, and uniqueness of data.

• Monitor data quality indicators and report to senior management and the Board regarding the robustness of the data infrastructure.

• Establish and enforce policies for data retention, retrieval, and destruction.

• Ensure data traceability and provenance, mapping data sources to regulatory reporting requirements.

3. Data Product Development & Strategy

• Define the product vision for data products, driving initiatives related to AML monitoring, risk assessment, and regulatory reporting (e.g., BRF).

• Partner with IT and Data Engineering teams to build secure infrastructure for data storage and processing.

• Ensure all new financial products/services have embedded data compliance features, particularly for biometric data or digital onboarding.

4. Risk Management & Reporting

• Collaborate with risk management to align data models with CBUAE Model Management Standards (MMS) and Model Management Guidance (MMG).

• Identify and mitigate risks related to data privacy, including significant breaches, and manage reporting to CBUAE.

• Ensure data supports accurate regulatory reporting for Basel III capital calculations and other statistical returns.

Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in data product management, data governance, or regulatory technology (RegTech) within the UAE banking sector.

• Regulation Knowledge: Strong knowledge of CBUAE Rulebooks, specifically:

o Data Management Module (5.1-5.6).

o Consumer Protection Regulation (Article 6).

o Transaction Monitoring and Sanctions Screening Guidelines.

o Model Management Standards.

• • Skills: Expertise in data quality frameworks, SQL, data modeling, and data privacy principles (data minimization, encryption).

About CLPS RiDiK

RiDiK is a global technology solutions provider and a subsidiary of CLPS Incorporation (NASDAQ: CLPS), delivering cutting-edge end-to-end services across banking, wealth management, and e-commerce. With deep expertise in AI, cloud, big data, and blockchain, we support clients across Asia, North America, and the Middle East in driving digital transformation and achieving sustainable growth. Operating from regional hubs in 10 countries and backed by a global delivery network, we combine local insight with technical excellence to deliver real, measurable impact. Join RiDiK and be part of an innovative, fast-growing team shaping the future of technology across industries.