Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
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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>
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