Senior Specialist, Governance

About the Role
The Senior Specialist, Corporate Governance (Policies) is responsible for developing and implementing effective governance corporate practices aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. This role focuses particularly on the company's Delegation of Authority and Policies and Procedures framework. The Senior Specialist will participate in monitoring the design and implementation of governance frameworks and systems, support development activities, facilitate effective information flow (in accordance with governance guidelines), and research leading practices in the field. The primary focus is to support relevant company functions in the review, monitoring, and implementation of the Delegation of Authority and associated policies, procedures, and frameworks that support the company's corporate governance.

Specific Key Accountabilities
Key accountabilities include:

• Provide appropriate technical advice related to the Delegation of Authority and governance policy development, including reviewing and analyzing issues and trends and preparing evaluations or studies impacting the company's governance program.
• Participate in the regular review, update, and drafting of the corporate governance frameworks for the company Group, specifically focusing on the Delegation of Authority, Policies & Procedures, Operating Framework, and related documentation.
• Define and ensure compliance with the company Group’s authority hierarchy and the roles and limits of authority holders as a second line of defense on corporate governance matters.
• Identify requirements, set standards, and ensure awareness, knowledge, and transparency on best corporate governance practices.
• Collaborate, build, and foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and relevant departments to provide guidance and advice on governance-related matters.
• Escalate identified risks and report any breaches for resolution, in accordance with authority delegations.
• Manage day-to-day governance-related tasks, including document management, policy standards, frameworks amendment or execution, and foster control document governance and publishing.
• Collaborate with external auditors and regulatory authorities as necessary, ensuring compliance with all reporting requirements related to corporate governance and the DOA framework.
• Support in designing and issuing training materials for relevant stakeholders on topics relating to an effective corporate governance program.
• Prepare clear and professional documents such as cover memos, letters, resolutions, amendments, and others as required for the role.

Communications & Working Relationships
This role involves working collaboratively with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver on the strategic intent of the assigned responsibilities.

Internal

• Contact with company Legal, Governance, and Compliance leadership.
• Regular contact with legal advisors across the company Group.
• Regular contact with counterparts within business units across the company Group.

External

• Contact with governmental entities and representatives of local authorities, external auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Contact with external law firms and advisors.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized institute.
• Degree Preferences: Law, Banking, Finance, Business Administration.
• Professional proficiency in the English language (written and spoken).
• Arabic language skills (written and spoken) are an advantage.

Minimum Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• At least 8 years of professional experience in transactional work with a reputable international law firm and/or within an in-house legal department, or in Compliance or Corporate Governance.
• Knowledge of applicable best practices, codes, legislation, and regulations within the region and relevant jurisdictions.
• Awareness of governance in a PJSC, LLC, SPVs, and other company types across jurisdictions.
• Understanding of drafting principles for governance frameworks, including board materials, charters, delegation matrices, and policies.
• Involvement in researching, benchmarking, and aligning the corporate governance policy with applicable regulations, laws, codes, and best practices.
• Understanding of record management for entities and documentation.
• Experience in designing training materials for boards, committees, and secretaries on topics such as governance, regulatory developments, and directors’ duties.
• Experience in board-related activities, including preparation of agendas, write-ups, presentations, and documenting minutes.

Professional Certifications

• Specialist certification and/or special training are considered an advantage.

Technical Competencies
As per the approved competency dictionary.

Behavioral Competencies
As per the approved competency dictionary.

Work Condition
Physical Effort

• Minimal.

Work Environment

• Air-conditioned office environment.