Governance Specialist

شركة التركي للمحاماة والاستشارات المهنية | Alturki Law Firm; Riyadh; Sur place; SAR 279 000 - 446 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Alturki Law Firm in Riyadh is seeking a Governance Specialist to design, implement, and continuously improve governance frameworks for diverse clients, including family-owned businesses. You will draft policies, review board charters, and advise on regulatory and compliance matters, coordinating with legal teams to align structures with Saudi law and GCC practices.

This full-time, on-site role requires strong analytical and communication skills to translate complex governance concepts into

Qualifications

• Strong governance and compliance skills with experience developing policies, frameworks, and board/committee charters.
• Legal and regulatory knowledge, preferably Saudi corporate and commercial law affecting family-owned businesses.
• Analytical and research capabilities to assess governance practices and provide recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for governance documents and client presentations in English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary legal teams and maintain discretion and integrity.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law, Business, Public Administration, or related field; governance/compliance certifications advantageous.
• Experience in law firms, corporate governance roles, or advisory positions within Saudi or GCC market preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple engagements in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Support design, implementation, and improvement of governance frameworks for clients.
• Draft and review governance documents; advise on regulatory requirements relevant to corporate and family-owned businesses.
• Prepare reports and presentations for boards and committees.
• Develop training materials to enhance governance awareness.
• Monitor emerging practices and local regulatory changes to keep governance structures current.

Connaissances

Governance & compliance

Policy development

Framework design

Board/committee charters

Analytical & research

Business English writing

Arabic language ability

Team collaboration

Judgment & integrity

Time management

Organizational skills

Formation

Bachelor’s or higher in Law, Business or Public Administration

Description du poste

Company Description

Alturki Law Firm (شركة التركي للمحاماة والاستشارات المهنية) is a multidisciplinary legal practice that delivers tailored solutions across a wide range of legal fields. The firm’s experienced professionals, many with advanced degrees, focus on protecting rights and promoting legal awareness for clients in commercial law, family-owned businesses, labor law, tax and customs law, governance, bold investments, e-commerce, real estate, and inheritance division. Alturki Law Firm is recognized for its commitment to high-quality legal services and ethical standards. The team collaborates closely with clients to provide practical, business-oriented advice that supports informed decision-making and sustainable growth.

Role Description

The Governance Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The specialist will support the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of corporate governance frameworks for clients, including policies, procedures, and board charters. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting governance assessments, drafting and reviewing governance documents, and advising on regulatory and compliance requirements relevant to corporate and family-owned businesses. The role involves coordinating with legal teams to align governance structures with applicable laws and regulations, preparing reports and presentations for boards and committees, and assisting in the development of training materials to enhance governance awareness. The Governance Specialist will also monitor emerging best practices and local regulatory changes to ensure client governance structures remain current and effective.

Qualifications

• Strong governance and compliance skills, including experience developing policies, frameworks, and board or committee charters.
• Legal and regulatory knowledge, preferably in Saudi corporate law, commercial law, and regulations affecting family-owned businesses.
• Analytical and research capabilities to assess governance practices, interpret legal requirements, and provide well-supported recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for drafting clear governance documents, reports, and client presentations in professional English; Arabic proficiency is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary legal teams and stakeholders, demonstrating sound judgment, discretion, and integrity.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Law, Business, Public Administration, or a related field; professional certifications in governance, compliance, or corporate secretariat work are advantageous.
• Prior experience in law firms, corporate governance roles, or advisory positions within the Saudi or GCC market is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple client engagements and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.