Governance Director Saudi National

Progressive GE; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive GE in Riyadh seeks a Governance Director to strengthen governance, compliance, and accountability across the business. Saudi nationals only.

The role requires extensive experience in governance frameworks, risk management, and charter development, with a track record of leading governance-centric initiatives. The successful candidate will influence policy, ensure regulatory alignment, and drive robust corporate controls within a major energy-focused organization.

Qualifications

• Saudi National with legal background and 10+ years in governance roles.
• Experience in LLC governance structures, DOA matrices and regulatory compliance.
• Professional governance certifications are advantageous.

Skills

Corporate Governance

Board Governance

LLC

Charters

Delegation of Authority

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law

Master's degree in Law

Certifications in Governance & Compliance

Job description

Governance Director (SAUDI NATIONALS ONLY)

Sector: Energy

Work Location: Riyadh, KSA

Remuneration: Highly competitive package

About the Opportunity:

Join a leading, well established organisation and play a key role in strengthening corporate governance, compliance, and accountability across their entire business.

Candidate Requirements:

• Saudi National.Proven experience for 10+ years progressing from legal background to eventually operating in leading governance centred roles for an LLC (Limited Liability) company set up.Must have been a Governance Manager level for some time.Strong understanding of governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, risk management principles, charters, DOA matrix.
• Governance experience from telecoms, digital, pharma, transportation & aviation, and consultancy firms could be a good fit.
• We are not looking for someone from a finance and banking governance background as this is the wrong fit for the role requirements.

Qualifications Needed:

• Bachelor's degree in Law or related field.
• Master's Degree in Law or a relevant field is a plus.
• Professional certifications in Governance & Compliance (CCEP, GRC Professional Certification, CISA) are beneficial

Skills

Corporate Governance, Board Governance, LLC, Charters, Delegation of Authority