Chief Transformation & Governance Officer

About This Role

Job Title: Chief Transformation & Governance Officer (CTGO)

Location: Dubai, UAE

Company: Talent Tide (on behalf of a confidential client)

Role Overview

Talent Tide is seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Transformation & Governance Officer (CTGO) for a leading client in Dubai. This strategic leadership role is responsible for driving enterprise-wide transformation, strengthening corporate governance frameworks, and overseeing key support functions.

The CTGO will play a critical role in aligning organizational capabilities with long-term business objectives while ensuring operational excellence and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and drive organizational transformation initiatives across the enterprise
• Oversee and strengthen corporate governance structures, policies, and compliance frameworks
• Provide strategic leadership to core support functions, including:
• Human Resources (primary focus)
• Information Technology
• Business Excellence / Continuous Improvement
• Legal & Compliance
• Develop and implement HR strategies that support business growth, talent development, and organizational culture
• Ensure alignment between corporate strategy and operational execution across support functions
• Establish performance metrics and governance controls to monitor effectiveness and accountability
• Advise executive leadership on transformation priorities, risks, and opportunities
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability

Candidate Profile

• Strong background in Human Resources leadership (mandatory)
• Proven experience in organizational transformation and change management
• Deep understanding of corporate governance frameworks and best practices
• Experience managing multiple support functions at a senior leadership level
• Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
• Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities
• Prior experience in large or complex organizations preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 15+ years of experience, with a significant portion in senior leadership roles
• Professional certifications in HR, governance, or transformation (preferred)

Why Apply?

This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead enterprise-wide transformation within a forward-thinking organization, with direct impact at the executive level.