Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Build and implement a comprehensive GRC framework aligned with Adeera s strategic goals and regulatory standards.
• Lead governance policies and procedures and partner with senior leadership to ensure organizational integrity and effective governance across all departments.

Risk Identification & Mitigation

• Identify, assess, and manage organizational risks, including financial, operational, and regulatory risks.
• Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and organizational resilience.

Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, international, and industry-specific regulations.
• Oversee compliance monitoring, auditing systems, and act as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies and legal advisors.

Cybersecurity & Data Privacy

• Oversee compliance with PCI DSS, GDPR, Saudi PDPL, and NCA Essential Cybersecurity Controls.
• Lead cybersecurity committees and advise executive leadership on key cybersecurity issues and data protection strategies.

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Deliver regular reports to senior leadership and the Board on governance practices, risk exposure, and compliance performance.
• Monitor emerging risks, recommend improvements, and ensure proactive adaptation to regulatory changes.

Crisis Management & Business Resilience

• Develop and oversee crisis management and business continuity plans to ensure rapid response to incidents.
• Lead incident response efforts and ensure organizational readiness for potential crises.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the GRC team to achieve high performance and foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical governance.

• Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, or related field (Master s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in governance, risk management, and compliance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CFE, or CIA are highly desirable.
• Strong expertise in regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and cybersecurity governance.
• Proven ability to manage compliance in dynamic, fast-paced environments.br>