Head of IT Governance | Dubai, UAE

Michael Page; Dubai; On-site; AED 367,000 - 588,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Dubai is seeking a Head of IT Governance. This strategic role involves establishing IT governance frameworks, overseeing compliance management, and providing guidance to senior leadership. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in IT governance and a background in Big 4 consulting with relevant certifications, poised to influence high-level governance strategies.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in IT governance, risk, and compliance.
• Background in Big 4 consulting (e.g., EY, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte).
• Proven ability to develop and implement governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain comprehensive IT governance frameworks.
• Oversee compliance management and IT service continuity.
• Lead and develop governance teams spanning multiple domains.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Advisory capabilities

Education

Relevant certifications (CISA, COBIT)

Job description

Head of IT Governance

Michael Page Dubai, United Arab Emirates

• Play a pivotal role in shaping IT governance

• Join a leading financial institution
• Play a pivotal role in shaping IT governance

About Our Client

A well-established, leading financial institution with a strong regional presence across the Middle East and North Africa.

Job Description

• Establish and maintain comprehensive IT governance frameworks.
• Oversee compliance management, IT service continuity, security governance, and vendor contract administration.
• Collaborate closely with internal audit, risk, and regulatory bodies to ensure alignment and control effectiveness.
• Lead and develop governance teams spanning four key domains.
• Provide strategic guidance to the CIO on risk management, control posture, and regulatory requirements.

The Successful Applicant

• Extensive experience in IT governance, risk, and compliance, ideally within banking or financial services.
• Background in Big 4 consulting (e.g. EY, PwC, KPMG, Deloitte) with a strong understanding of governance frameworks and regulatory alignment.
• Proven ability to develop and implement governance frameworks and manage multi-domain teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to collaborate across audit, risk, and regulatory functions.
• Strategic thinker with excellent advisory capabilities at senior leadership levels.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CISA, COBIT) and knowledge of regulatory environments are advantageous

What's on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading financial institution that places a strong emphasis on governance, compliance, and risk management. You'll play a pivotal role in shaping IT governance strategy at the highest level, with direct exposure to senior leadership and key decision-makers across the organisation.

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