Governance & Compliance Senior Specialist

Governance & Compliance Senior Specialist 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

Seniority Level Mid-Senior level

Employment Type Full-time

Job Function Other

Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

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