Senior Corporate Governance Manager

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Dubai is seeking a Senior Corporate Governance Manager to oversee governance, compliance, KYC/AML, and ESG initiatives within a highly regulated energy environment.

You will collaborate with regulators, boards, and senior leadership to strengthen governance, risk management, and responsible trading, shaping strategy at the highest level.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• 10+ years' experience across corporate governance, compliance, company secretarial, or related functions, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, statutory compliance, Board governance, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience overseeing compliance, KYC/AML, sanctions, or risk management activities within a regulated sector.
• Proven track record in ESG strategy, sustainability reporting, and engaging with senior stakeholders including Boards and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Corporate Governance function, managing compliance, KYC, and governance professionals.
• Own and enhance the company's governance framework, Board processes, committee structures, and delegated authority models.
• Provide senior oversight of compliance programmes covering sanctions, AML, KYC, anti-bribery, and conduct risk.
• Drive the organisation's ESG strategy, sustainability reporting, responsible trading initiatives, and stakeholder engagement.
• Partner with regulators, auditors, investors, banks, and senior leadership to strengthen governance and risk management practices.
• Champion a culture of ethical decision-making and corporate accountability across the organisation, driving continuous improvement in governance standards and best practices.

Skills

Governance

KYC/AML

Compliance

Stakeholder management

ESG strategy

Education

Master's degree (Law/Finance/Business)

Job description

The Senior Corporate Governance Manager in the energy industry will oversee and manage corporate governance processes to ensure compliance with regulations and best practices. This permanent role is based in Dubai and requires a strong background in legal and governance frameworks.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established international organisation operating in a dynamic and highly regulated commercial environment. The business is committed to strong governance, sustainable growth, and maintaining the highest standards of compliance and corporate responsibility.

Description

• Lead and develop the Corporate Governance function, managing compliance, KYC, and governance professionals.
• Own and enhance the company's governance framework, Board processes, committee structures, and delegated authority models.
• Provide senior oversight of compliance programmes covering sanctions, AML, KYC, anti-bribery, and conduct risk.
• Drive the organisation's ESG strategy, sustainability reporting, responsible trading initiatives, and stakeholder engagement.
• Partner with regulators, auditors, investors, banks, and senior leadership to strengthen governance and risk management practices.
• Champion a culture of ethical decision-making and corporate accountability across the organisation, driving continuous improvement in governance standards and best practices.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to shape governance, compliance, and ESG strategy at a senior leadership level.
• High-profile role with regular exposure to executive management, Board members, and external stakeholders.

• Master's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years' experience across corporate governance, compliance, company secretarial, or related functions, including leadership responsibility.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, statutory compliance, Board governance, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience overseeing compliance, KYC/AML, sanctions, or risk management activities within a regulated sector.
• Proven track record in ESG strategy, sustainability reporting, and engaging with senior stakeholders including Boards and regulators.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders, navigate complex regulatory environments, and balance commercial objectives with governance and risk considerations.