Governance Specialist

Overview

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled **Corporate Governance Specialist** with solid experience in governance practices for companies listed on the **Saudi Exchange (Tadawul)**.
• The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of the **Capital Market Authority (CMA)** Corporate Governance Regulations, Companies Law, and related regulatory frameworks.
• The role will support the implementation, monitoring, and continuous enhancement of the company's corporate governance framework while ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Key ResponsibilitiesCorporate Governance* Implement and maintain the corporate governance framework in accordance with CMA Corporate Governance Regulations and the Saudi Companies Law.
• Review and update governance policies, procedures, charters, and delegation of authority.
• Ensure compliance with governance requirements applicable to listed companies.
• Monitor regulatory developments issued by the Capital Market Authority (CMA), Tadawul, and other relevant authorities.
• Board & Committee Affairs* Coordinate Board of Directors and Board Committee meetings.
• Prepare agendas, board packs, minutes of meetings, and resolutions.
• Maintain governance records and official corporate documentation.
• Monitor implementation of Board and Committee resolutions.
• Regulatory Compliance* Ensure compliance with CMA disclosure and reporting requirements.
• Support the preparation and review of governance disclosures within the Annual Report.
• Coordinate regulatory filings and respond to governance-related inquiries from regulators.
• Conduct governance compliance assessments and gap analyses.
• Governance Advisory* Provide governance advice to executive management and business units.
• Promote governance awareness across the organization.
• Support governance improvement initiatives and maturity assessments.
• Assist in developing governance KPIs and reporting dashboards.
• Requirements* Bachelor's degree in Law, Corporate Governance, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• **Minimum 3 years of experience in corporate governance for listed companies in Saudi Arabia.**
• Strong knowledge of:
• + **Capital Market Authority (CMA) Corporate Governance Regulations**
• + **Saudi Companies Law**
• + **Tadawul Listing Rules**
• + **Corporate Governance Best Practices**
• Experience supporting Board of Directors and Board Committees.
• Experience preparing governance reports, disclosures, and board documentation.
• Preferred Qualifications* Professional certification in Corporate Governance.
• Legal background or experience within Legal & Governance functions.
• Experience working in listed companies .

Key Competencies* Corporate Governance

• CMA Regulations

• Saudi Companies Law

• Board Secretariat
• Board Governance
• Regulatory Compliance
• Governance Framework
• Board Committees
• Governance Reporting

• Disclosure & Transparency

• Stakeholder Management