Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Specialist

Saudi Consulting Services Company (SAUDCONSULT); Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Consulting Services Company (SAUDCONSULT) is seeking a Governance, Risk and Compliance Specialist to join our team in Riyadh. The role focuses on building and embedding governance frameworks, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with local and international standards.

The successful candidate will work with project teams to implement controls, conduct risk assessments, and coordinate with regulators, while communicating clearly in Arabic and English.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.
• Professional project/program management certification: PMP, PRINCE2, or PgMP.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in governance, risk, or compliance.
• Fluency in both Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review internal policies and procedures in line with applicable regulations.
• Embed governance controls and risk management practices within programs and projects, ensuring alignment with PMO standards.
• Conduct periodic operational and compliance risk assessments across projects/programs, identifying and addressing gaps.
• Monitor departments' and program teams' adherence to governance and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies as needed and track relevant legislative updates.
• Participate in internal and external audit activities and provide necessary support.

Skills

Analytical skills

Bilingual Arabic/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Specialist

Posted 2 weeks ago

Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Specialist

Job Information

• Job ID: 5154
• Job Category: Career
• Posting Date: 08/12/2026
• Apply Before: 09/12/2026
• Job Schedule: Full-time

Overview

We are looking for a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate has experience building and implementing corporate governance frameworks, managing risk, and ensuring organizational compliance with relevant regulations. This opportunity suits someone with a practical understanding of local and international compliance standards, and the ability to work analytically and systematically in a dynamic environment.

Role Overview

The role holder will support the organization’s governance, risk, and compliance function, working closely with program and project teams to embed sound governance practices, manage risk exposure, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements across all initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.
• Professional project/program management certification: PMP, PRINCE2, or PgMP.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in governance, risk, or compliance.
• Strong analytical skills, accuracy in reporting, and fluency in both Arabic and English.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review internal policies and procedures in line with applicable regulations.
• Embed governance controls and risk management practices within programs and projects, ensuring alignment with PMO standards.
• Conduct periodic operational and compliance risk assessments across projects/programs, identifying and addressing gaps.
• Monitor departments' and program teams' adherence to governance and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate with regulatory bodies as needed and track relevant legislative updates.
• Participate in internal and external audit activities and provide necessary support.