Head of Corporate Governance & Board Secretariat
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About the Role
A large diversified organization seeks an accomplished executive to lead Corporate Governance and Board Secretariat functions. The role oversees governance frameworks, legal compliance, enterprise risk, ESG, and Board support.
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Responsibilities
- Develop and lead enterprise wide corporate governance frameworks aligned with international best practices
- Drive governance policies, procedures, and internal controls across the organization
- Ensure ethical, transparent, and accountable decision making
- Provide strategic governance advice to executive leadership and the Board
- Oversee legal advisory services, contracts, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance
- Lead enterprise risk management and governance programs
- Establish and maintain compliance frameworks, internal investigations, whistleblower governance, and regulatory monitoring
- Drive Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) initiatives across the organization
- Oversee governance of information security policies and cybersecurity frameworks
- Lead Board and Committee governance processes, including meeting management, governance reporting, and executive communications
- Lead and develop multidisciplinary teams across governance related functions
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and organizational capability building
Requirements
- Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, Public Policy, or related discipline
- Professional certifications such as CGEIT, CCEP, CRISC, CISM, CISSP or equivalent
- Licensed legal practitioners encouraged
- 12–15 years of progressive leadership experience in Corporate Governance, Legal, Compliance, Enterprise Risk, or related functions
- Proven experience supporting Boards and Executive Leadership within large, complex organizations
- Experience within government, semi government, regulated, or diversified corporate environments highly preferred
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Role Overview
- We are seeking an accomplished executive to lead Corporate Governance and Board Secretariat functions for a large, diversified organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and lead enterprise wide corporate governance frameworks aligned with international best practices.
- Drive governance policies, procedures, and internal controls across the organization.
- Ensure ethical, transparent, and accountable decision making.
- Provide strategic governance advice to executive leadership and the Board.
- Oversee legal advisory services, contracts, corporate structuring, and regulatory compliance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.
- Lead legal risk mitigation initiatives and support strategic business decisions.
- Lead enterprise risk management and governance programs.
- Establish and maintain compliance frameworks, internal investigations, whistleblower governance, and regulatory monitoring.
- Promote a strong culture of ethics, integrity, and compliance.
- Drive Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) initiatives across the organization.
- Lead sustainability reporting and ESG governance aligned with recognized international standards.
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Law, Business Administration, Public Policy, or a related discipline.
- Professional certifications such as CGEIT, CCEP, CRISC, CISM, CISSP, or an equivalent governance, compliance, legal, or risk certification are highly desirable.
- Licensed legal practitioners are encouraged to apply.
Experience
- 12–15 years of progressive leadership experience in Corporate Governance, Legal, Compliance, Enterprise Risk, or related functions.
- Proven experience supporting Boards and Executive Leadership within large, complex organizations.
- Experience within government, semi government, regulated, or diversified corporate environments is highly preferred.
Technical Expertise
- Corporate Governance frameworks
- Enterprise Risk Management
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- ESG and Sustainability
- Information Security Governance
- Board Secretariat and Board Governance
- UAE regulatory landscape and international governance standards
- ISO, NIST, and related governance frameworks
- Strategic planning and stakeholder management
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