Director Data Science - Dubai

apartmentMichael Page placeDubai calendar_month 

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

As Head of Data Science, you'll be responsible for setting the vision, strategy, and technical roadmap for all data science initiatives. You'll lead the design of models, analytics platforms, and AI-driven insights that directly influence investment decisions across diverse asset classes.

This role blends leadership with hands-on delivery, requiring both strategic thinking and technical depth.

Client Details

An oranisation that is embarking on a transformative journey to embed data-driven decision-making at the heart of its investment strategy.

Description
  • Establish and scale a new Data Science function, defining tools, frameworks, and best practices from scratch.
  • Build predictive and prescriptive models to support investment decision-making, portfolio optimisation, and risk management.
  • Design and implement data acquisition, cleansing, and enrichment pipelines for internal and external financial datasets.
  • Work closely with investment teams to translate business objectives into analytical and AI/ML solutions.
  • Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of data scientists and engineers.
  • Ensure all models and analytics meet rigorous governance, compliance, and ethical standards.
  • Stay ahead of emerging technologies to drive continuous innovation in the investment analytics space.
Job Offer
  • The freedom and resources to build a cutting-edge Data Science capability from scratch.
  • Direct impact on high-value investment decisions.
  • Collaborative, visionary environment with long-term growth potential.

Requirements:

  • Advanced degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.
  • 12 years combined experience, with at least 7 years of experience in Data Science roles, including leadership in building or scaling teams.
  • Proven track record in developing investment analytics, financial modelling, or quantitative research solutions.
  • Proficiency in Python, R, or similar languages, and familiarity with relevant ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn).
  • Experience with cloud-based data platforms and big data tools.
  • Strong business acumen in financial services, asset management, or investment strategy.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leadership.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.

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