Corporate Governance Manager - Arabic Speaker

Black Pearl Consult; Dubai; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm is seeking a Governance Manager to design and uphold governance practices aligned with strategic objectives. This role involves managing Board processes, providing expert advice on governance, and ensuring compliance with UAE regulations. The candidate should possess a degree in a relevant field and 5-7 years of governance experience.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years in a governance role, supporting Board functions.
• Fluency in English required; Arabic preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of UAE corporate governance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a Corporate Governance Framework.
• Manage governance cycle for Board of Directors and committees.
• Draft and update governance policies and related documentation.

Skills

Governance Best Practices

Stakeholder Engagement

ESG Knowledge

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Advisory Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Corporate Governance, Business Administration

Master’s degree or governance certification (e.g., ICSA CGP)

Tools

Board-management platforms

Governance portals

Job description

Black Pearl is seeking a Governance Manager for a leading engineering firm. You will design and uphold best-in-class governance practices, support Board and committee processes, and ensure transparent decision-making aligned with strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop and implement a Corporate Governance Framework aligned with UAE Corporate Governance Code and the firm’s strategic priorities.
2. Manage the full governance cycle for the Board of Directors and executive committees: draft agendas, prepare briefing materials, record minutes, and track action items.
3. Provide expert advice on governance best practices, stakeholder engagement, and ESG trends to the Board and senior management.
4. Draft, review, and update governance policies, charters, codes of conduct, and related documentation.
5. Coordinate annual Board and committee performance evaluations; identify areas for improvement.
6. Liaise with legal advisors, regulators, and auditors on governance matters and ensure compliance with disclosure requirements.
7. Monitor regulatory developments in corporate governance and integrate new requirements into existing practices.
8. Design and deliver training sessions on governance, ethics, and sustainability for Board members and executives.
9. Prepare governance disclosure reports and sustainability updates for regulatory filings.

Requirements

To be considered for this role, you need to meet the following criteria:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Corporate Governance, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s degree or governance certification (e.g., ICSA CGP) preferred.
• Experience: 5-7 years in a governance role, ideally within utilities, infrastructure, or government-linked entities; proven track record supporting Board and committee functions.
• Technical Skills: Extensive knowledge of UAE corporate governance regulations and ESG reporting standards. Proficiency with board-management platforms and governance portals.
• Core Competencies: Exceptional organizational and facilitation skills, strategic thinker, high integrity, strong interpersonal and advisory capabilities.
• Languages: Fluent in English (required); Arabic preferred.

Disclaimer: Please note that Black Pearl will never ask any of its candidates for any payment in exchange for our services. Our service is free to candidates, and the recruitment fee is paid by our clients. If you receive any requests for payment claiming to be from Black Pearl, please report and contact us via email.

Key Demographic Requirements

• Fluent Arabic speaker