Corporate Assurance - Senior Manager

About This Role

Since 2012, Khazna has become the leading wholesale data center provider in the Middle East and North Africa , delivering reliable and scalable infrastructure to support the region’s growing digital ecosystem.

We are seeking a Senior Manager – Corporate Assurance to lead the Corporate Assurance function and provide independent assurance over governance, risk, and controls. The role will build the assurance framework and operating model, lead risk-based reviews, and track issue remediation. It will work closely with Risk and Compliance teams to improve control effectiveness and transparency.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Assurance Function Design, Operating Model & Mobilization

• Define the Corporate Assurance mandate, scope, governance, independence, and operating model.

• Develop the mobilization roadmap, including milestones, resourcing, and stakeholder engagement.

• Establish integration points with Risk, Compliance, and other oversight functions to avoid duplication.

Assurance Governance, Planning & Prioritization

• Set up governance structure, including meetings, steering committees, and reporting cadence.

• Define the assurance universe and risk-based prioritization aligned with enterprise risk.

• Develop and manage the annual assurance plan, including scoping, scheduling, and resourcing.

Assurance Frameworks, Methodology & Operational Build

• Develop the Enterprise Assurance Framework, including standards, independence guidelines, and QA approach.

• Design assurance methodology, templates, testing protocols, and reporting standards.

• Define issue grading, escalation, remediation tracking, and supporting tools/dashboards.

Assurance Reviews (Thematic, Targeted & Pilot Engagements)

• Plan and execute risk-based assurance reviews across key priority areas.

• Deliver pilot engagements to validate the assurance approach and methodology.

• Produce evidence-based reports with insights and practical recommendations.

Issue Management, Escalation & Remediation Tracking

• Identify, document, and grade control issues using a consistent framework.

• Track remediation actions, including ownership, timelines, and closure validation. • Escalate significant issues and delays through governance channels.

Capability Building & Transition

• Coach internal teams on assurance methodology, testing, and reporting standards.

• Develop and maintain toolkits, templates, and guidance materials for sustainability.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Risk, Law, or related field

• 10–14 years of experience in assurance, internal audit, risk, controls, or governance roles

• Experience in designing or setting up an assurance or risk function

• Strong understanding of governance, risk, and internal controls in complex environments

• Good stakeholder management and ability to present to senior leadership

• Strong analytical and reporting skills