Legal Affairs and Governance Team Leader

ENEC Operations; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise de premier plan aux Émirats recherche un gestionnaire de la gouvernance d'entreprise pour superviser l'ensemble des politiques et processus de conformité. Ce rôle impliquera le développement stratégique, la gestion des performances, et l'harmonisation des initiatives juridiques avec la vision de l'entreprise. Le candidat idéal possède une expérience solide dans la gouvernance, avec un diplôme pertinent et des compétences prouvées en stratégie et analyse de risque.

Qualifications

• Expérience minimale de 6 ans requise dans un rôle pertinent.
• Préférence pour 10 ans d'expérience et une maîtrise dans des domaines liés.

Responsibilities

• Gérer la conformité avec les politiques de gouvernance et les exigences légales.
• Développer et mettre en œuvre le plan d'affaires intégré sur 5 ans pour les fonctions juridiques.
• Surveiller la collecte de données pour les rapports de performance et effectuer des revues de gestion.

Skills

Leadership

Governance compliance

Risk assessment

Strategic planning

Performance management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Quality Management, Governance, Strategic Planning, or relevant field

Master’s degree in Governance, Quality Management, Strategic Planning, or related fields

Job description

Job Purpose

Manage and communicate all corporate governance policies and processes to monitor and ensure the company's compliance. Facilitate program and project management for all legal initiatives. Support the development and monitoring of the Legal and Compliance Function Strategy, aligning it with the Enterprise Strategy and Vision by establishing and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Assist in attaining and monitoring the 5-Year Budget Forecast.

Key Activities, Responsibilities & Accountability

Governance and Board of Directors

• Lead the development, review, and implementation of corporate governance policies, procedures, Board and Committee charters, and other governance documents.
• Ensure governance documents align with industry best practices and organizational hierarchy.
• Oversee the governance framework, including committee structures, ensuring effective operation and compliance.
• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on governance compliance.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify legal and regulatory gaps and suggest mitigation plans.
• Monitor compliance with governance policies and legal requirements; report on governance performance to senior management.
• Manage all duties related to the Secretary to the Board of Directors, including meeting preparations and follow-ups.
• Coordinate logistical support for visits by Board members and manage Board submissions and resolutions.

Strategic and Operational Planning

• Develop the Legal Function's 5-year integrated business plan, including resource planning.
• Ensure alignment of the legal plan with other enterprise functions.
• Implement KPIs derived from strategic plans within the Legal Function.

Performance and Report Management

• Oversee data collection and analysis for KPIs and performance reports.
• Address business performance issues through action plans.
• Conduct management reviews to assess performance and strategic alignment.

Professional Certifications

• Certified Board Secretary
• Lead Auditor Certificate

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Quality Management, Governance, Strategic Planning, or relevant field.

Experience

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience.

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Governance, Quality Management, Strategic Planning, or related fields.
• 10 years of relevant experience.