GRC Officer

Job Purpose

The GRC Officer supports the organization’s corporate governance framework, ensuring compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and best governance practices. The role plays a key part in committee management, legal compliance tracking, policy oversight, and corporate reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Compliance

- Support the development and implementation of the corporate governance framework.

- Assist in drafting, reviewing, and maintaining corporate policies, charters, and governance documents.

- Monitor compliance with regulatory bodies (e.g., MOC, MHRSD, MISA, MOC, CMA if applicable).

- Track and update the organization on regulatory changes, ensuring alignment with new laws.

- Conduct periodic governance self-assessments and compliance reviews.

Committee & Board Support

- Coordinate and support Board and Committee meetings (Audit, Risk, HR, Executive, etc.).

- Prepare agendas, briefing notes, presentations, resolutions, and minutes.

- Ensure proper documentation, circulation, and archiving of committee materials.

- Follow up on actions, decisions, and compliance with committee mandates.

Legal & Regulatory Support

- Assist with contract reviews, compliance checks, and legal documentation.

- Maintain the legal and regulatory register, ensuring timely renewals and filings.

- Support external legal counsel by providing required data, documents, or reports.

Risk & Policy Management

- Maintain risk registers relating to regulatory, operational, and governance risks.

- Support risk mitigation initiatives aligned with internal controls and governance frameworks.

- Coordinate with departments to ensure compliance with internal policy requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or relevant field.

- 5 years of experience in corporate governance, legal affairs, board/committee support, or compliance.

- Knowledge of KSA regulations (Companies Law, Governance Regulations, MOC requirements).

- Experience preparing minutes, agendas, and governance documentation.

Key Skills

- Strong understanding of governance frameworks and best practices.

- Excellent documentation, minute-taking, and legal writing skills.

- High attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Professional communication and stakeholder management.

- Ability to work with senior executives and Board members.