Governance Manager

A leading semi-government entity in Saudi Arabia's is looking for skilled professionals to join its growing team. Headquartered in Riyadh, the organization plays a strategic role in supporting economic development initiatives and driving long-term impact across key sectors.

If you are looking for a meaningful career with an organization committed to sustainability, innovation, and industry excellence, this is your opportunity to be part of something impactful.

Apply now and be part of a future-focused organization shaping tomorrow's success.

Job Purpose:

To lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the organization's governance framework by ensuring effective governance structures, policies, and practices that promote accountability, compliance, transparency, and sound decision-making. The role supports organizational governance initiatives and provides governance reporting to executive leadership and governance committees.

Key Accountabilities:

• Lead the implementation and continuous enhancement of the organization's corporate governance framework in line with local regulations and international best practices.
• Develop, review, and maintain governance policies, procedures, charters, and governance documentation.
• Conduct periodic reviews of governance structures, frameworks, and operating practices to ensure effectiveness and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with governance policies, Delegation of Authority (DoA), and governance requirements while coordinating with compliance and relevant functions on regulatory matters.
• Oversee governance reporting, including the preparation of reports, dashboards, and presentations for executive management, the Board, and Board Committees.
• Support governance committees by coordinating meetings, tracking resolutions, and monitoring implementation of action items.
• Identify governance gaps and recommend process improvements to strengthen governance maturity and organizational effectiveness.
• Provide guidance to business units on governance requirements and promote governance awareness across the organization.
• Monitor changes in governance regulations and best practices and recommend updates to governance frameworks accordingly.
• Lead governance initiatives and special projects that enhance accountability, transparency, and organizational performance.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Law, Corporate Governance, Public Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in corporate governance, compliance, internal control, risk management, or a related discipline.