Governance & Compliance Senior Specialist

Gathern; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading governance and compliance firm in Riyadh is seeking a candidate to lead and enhance governance and compliance efforts. The role involves implementing corporate policies, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, and delivering training across departments. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 3–5 years of experience in corporate governance, and strong bilingual communication skills. Certifications in governance and compliance are preferred. This is a full-time position based in Riyadh.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in corporate governance, compliance, or audit (preferably within Saudi regulatory context).
• Experience with ISO management systems and policy governance.
• Certifications (preferred): GRCP/GRCA, CCEP/CCEP-I, ISO 9001 LI/LA, CGRC (ISC2), PMP/PRINCE2.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain corporate governance standards and reporting structures.
• Lead the design, review, and rollout of corporate policies and procedures.
• Oversee compliance with PDPL, MoT, and CMA requirements.
• Manage the implementation of ISO 9001 and related certifications.
• Conduct compliance reviews and control testing.
• Deliver compliance and governance training programs.

Skills

Bilingual communication (Arabic & English)

Policy management

Compliance expertise

Analytical rigor

Documentation discipline

Planning and prioritization

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s in Law, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ISO management systems

PDPL implementation

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

Lead and enhance Gathern’s governance and compliance, ensure adherence to internal policies, ISO standards, and Saudi regulatory requirements (MoT, SDAIA/PDPL, CMA). Oversee policy lifecycle, compliance frameworks, internal audits, and regulatory readiness to enable transparent, ethical, and sustainable operations across the organization.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Governance Frameworks: Implement and maintain corporate governance standards and reporting structures aligned with CMA/IPO readiness.
• Policy & Procedure Management: Lead the design, review, and rollout of corporate policies, SOPs, and governance documents; ensure consistent adoption across business functions.
• Regulatory Compliance: Oversee compliance with PDPL, MoT, and CMA requirements; coordinate with regulators and ensure timely responses to inquiries and audits.
• ISO & QMS Management: Manage the implementation and continual improvement of ISO 9001 and related certifications; support internal audit planning and execution.
• Internal Control Reviews: Conduct compliance reviews and control testing to validate operational adherence and identify gaps.
• Training & Awareness: Deliver compliance and governance training programs across departments to embed a culture of accountability.

COMPETENCIES

• Stakeholder influence and bilingual communication (Arabic & English)
• Policy management & compliance expertise
• Analytical rigor & documentation discipline
• Planning, prioritization, and follow-through
• Collaboration and constructive challenge
• Bachelor’s in Law, Business Administration, or related field (required)
• 3–5 years in corporate governance, compliance, or audit (preferably within Saudi regulatory context).
• Experience with ISO management systems, policy governance, and PDPL implementation.
• Certifications (preferred): GRCP/GRCA, CCEP/CCEP-I, ISO 9001 LI/LA, CGRC (ISC2), PMP/PRINCE2.