corporate governance specialist

Power International Holding

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 We are seeking a qualified and experienced Corporate Policy &amp; Governance Specialist to join our organization. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and governing the corporate policy framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Draft, review, and standardize corporate policies, procedures, and governance documents.
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 Establish, manage, and enhance the corporate policy framework and policy lifecycle.
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 Ensure all policies comply with relevant regulatory, compliance, and governance standards.
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 Collaborate with business units and subject matter experts to develop practical and implementable policies.
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 Maintain the Group policy register, including documentation, updates, and version control.
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 Support policy rollout activities, including communication, training, and periodic policy reviews.
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 Requirements
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law, Business Administration, Governance, or a related field (Master&rsquo;s degree preferred).
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 5&ndash;10 years of professional experience in corporate governance, policy drafting, compliance, or consulting environments.
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 Strong technical writing, analytical, and organizational skills.
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 Previous experience in a holding company, regulated entity, or large corporate environment is preferred.
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Corporate Policy & Governance Specialist

Al-Futtaim

<div>Job Requisition ID: 177401
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United A&rdquo;rab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group&rsquo;s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.

We&rsquo;re Hiring | Board Secretary 
United Arab Emirates 
UAE Nationals or Any Arabic Nationality

A leading insurance company in the UAE is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Board Secretary to support the Board of Directors and ensure strong corporate governance practices.

Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Organize and coordinate Board and Committee meetings, including preparation of agendas and board packs</li>
<li>Record accurate minutes and ensure proper documentation of resolutions</li>
<li>Maintain statutory records and corporate documents in line with regulatory requirements</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with corporate governance frameworks and applicable UAE regulations</li>
<li>Liaise with Board members, executive management, and regulators</li>
<li>Monitor follow-up on Board resolutions and action items</li>
</ul>
Requirements:
<ul>
<li>UAE National (Family Book required) or any Arabic Nationality is preferred</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law, Business Administration, Corporate Governance, or a related field</li>
<li>2+ years of experience in a similar role, preferably within the insurance or financial services sector</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of UAE corporate governance regulations and compliance requirements</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Arabic and English</li>
<li>High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail</li>
</ul>
We&rsquo;re here to provide excellent service but a little help from you can ensure a five-star candidate experience from start to finish.

Before you click &ldquo;apply&rdquo;: Please read the job description carefully to ensure you can confidently demonstrate why this opportunity is right for you and take the time to put together a well-crafted and personalised CV to further boost your visibility. Our global Talent Acquisition team members are all assigned to specific businesses to ensure that we make the best matches between talent and opportunities. We not only consider the requisite compatibility of skills and behaviours, but also how candidates align with our Values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence.

As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application. 
Additional Internal Information:<div> 
<ul><li>Reports to: Board Committee</li><li>Band: F</li></ul></div>

Note:-

You must have been an Al-Futtaim employee for at least 18 months in order to be considered. 
You must inform your HRBP in confidence of your application. 
Please note that this vacancy may be advertised externally in the next week so apply without delay.</div>

Board Secretary - UAE National or Any Arabic Nationality

SOCIALEYEZ

<div>
 
 Are you passionate about commercial and contract compliance, corporate governance, and legal affairs? We are looking for a
 
 Compliance &amp; Governance Executive
 
 to join our team and help drive key compliance initiatives!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 Commercial and Contract Compliance:
 
 
 
 🔹 Assist in implementing and managing the contract compliance framework based on provided guidelines.
 
 
 🔹 Conduct regular audits to ensure adherence to the compliance framework and report findings to senior management.
 
 
 🔹 Review customer contracts to ensure the terms and conditions align with organizational goals and targets.
 
 
 🔹 Discuss and negotiate necessary amendments with client representatives to secure favorable terms while maintaining professional relationships.
 
 
 🔹 Stay updated on changes in legislation or industry practices that may impact commercial terms and compliance, advising relevant teams accordingly.
 
 
 🔹 Assist in the development of standardized contract templates and clauses to expedite the contract review and approval process, ensuring all templates are compliant with organizational guidelines.
 
 
 
 Corporate Governance:
 
 
 
 🔹 Maintain a directory of all legal documents and filings required by legal jurisdictions across UAE, Egypt &amp; KSA.
 
 
 🔹 Maintain the records of companies across these regions.
 
 
 🔹 Perform legal due diligence on contracts and business agreements.
 
 
 🔹 Conduct legal research and prepare necessary Board resolutions.
 
 
 🔹 Maintain Board minutes and manage Board meetings as required.
 
 
 🔹 Assist in group reorganization and simplification exercises.
 
 
 🔹 Maintain the shareholder register for all companies within the group.
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 🎓
 
 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Law (English), Qualified/Part-qualified lawyer preferred
 
 
 📅
 
 Experience:
 
 3+ years in legal affairs, corporate/commercial law
 
 
 🌍
 
 Languages:
 
 Fluent in English and Arabic (both written and spoken)
 
 
 💻
 
 Skills:
 
 Strong knowledge of Excel, Word, and Outlook; excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
 
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Legal Executive

Sandoz

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 Major Accountabilities
 
 
 
 
 Compliance Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Establish compliance standards based on internal policies such as the Code of Ethics, Conflict of Interest requirements, Sandoz Global Policy for External Professional Interactions, and the Third‑Party Risk Management framework and on applicable law and regulations including but not limited to industry codes
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 Establish processes and SOPs, covering all promotional/non-promotional activities including promotional/non-promotional materials, interactions with HCPs, grants, gifts and event.
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 Ensure compliance training for local organization.
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 Monitor the e-learning mandatory trainings.
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 Conduct compliance risk assessments.
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 Drive a strong culture of integrity, promoting ethical behaviour, speak‑up culture, and awareness of compliance expectations across the organization
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 Ensure document retention and archiving practices meet internal and external requirements for inspections and audits
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 Support investigations and incident management, including documentation, root cause analysis, and remediation actions in case of potential misconduct, breaches, or compliance concerns.
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 Perform monitoring and auditing activities, including spot checks, transactional reviews, event assessments, and sampling of high‑risk processes to ensure policy adherence
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Legal Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Governance
 
 
 
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 Ensure the company&rsquo;s corporate governance activities comply with local laws, regulatory requirements, and global Sandoz governance standards.
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 Maintain and update corporate documents (e.g., commercial registry records, signatory matrices, power of attorney structures).
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 Support coordination and preparation of board and shareholder resolutions, filings, regulatory submissions, and annual renewal requirements.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Contract Management
 
 
 
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 Oversee end-to-end contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements.
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 Ensure contracts are aligned with global templates, approval workflows, and delegation of authority requirements.
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 Provide guidance on contract compliance, risks, and mitigation actions.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Legal Advisory Support
 
 
 
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 Provide legal advice on matters affecting business operations, including regulatory law, commercial law, anti-bribery/anti-corruption laws, data protection, and competition law.
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 Advise internal teams on interpretation of local legislation, corporate policies, and global processes.
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 Collaborate with global and regional legal teams to ensure alignment with Sandoz legal standards and to implement new global requirements locally.
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 Support the business in responding to legal queries, risk assessments, product-related issues, and interactions with government authorities where required.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Key Performance Indicators
 
 
 
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 All local compliance standards established for the countries are aligned with local regulations/standards and company policies. Documentation of this alignment is available.
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 Local processes and SOPs for relevant policies are established and implemented
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 All associates are trained on legal and compliance related policies and SOPs.
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 Annual (e)-Training and (e)-Certification completion targets are reached
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 Compliance-related risk assessment conducted
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 Monitoring: self-assessment conducted and remediation plan developed (if necessary)
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 Contracting activities delivered on time with minimal legal risks and high adherence to global legal standards.
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 Corporate governance filings and documentation completed accurately and within statutory deadlines.
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 Quality and timeliness of legal support provided to the business.
 
 
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 Minimum Requirements
 
 
 
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 Law degree from a recognized university.
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 Minimum 5 years of regional experience in legal and compliance roles.
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 Fluency in English and Arabic (spoken and written).
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 Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry is required, particularly in compliance-related roles.
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 Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, industry codes, anti‑bribery laws, and corporate governance principles.
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 Structured, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
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 Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, execute, and monitor tasks and initiatives across different functions.
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 Ability to work cross‑functionally and support stakeholders in a matrix organization.
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 Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to assess and manage risk.
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 Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex requirements in a clear and practical manner.
 
 
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 Skills
 
 
 
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 Business Networking.
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 Business Partners.
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 Calls Handling.
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 Contract Management.
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 Curiosity.
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 Decision Making Skills.
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 Finance.
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 Law (Legal System).
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 Litigation (Law).
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 Microsoft Office.
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 Proactivity.
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 Quality Control.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Languages
 
 
 
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 English &amp; Arabic
 
 
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 </ul>
 Why Sandoz?
 
 
 Generic and Biosimilar medicines are the backbone of the global medicines industry. Sandoz, a leader in this sector, provided more than 900 million patient treatments across 100+ countries in 2024 and while we are proud of this achievement, we have an ambition to do more!
 
 
 With investments in new development capabilities, production sites, new acquisitions, and partnerships, we have the opportunity to shape the future of Sandoz and help more patients gain access to low-cost, high-quality medicines, sustainably.
 
 
 Our momentum is powered by an open, collaborative culture driven by our talented and ambitious colleagues, who, in return for applying their skills experience an agile and collegiate environment with impactful, flexible-hybrid careers, where diversity is welcomed and where personal growth is supported!
 
 
 Join us!
 
 
 
 Commitment To Diversity &amp; Inclusion
 
 
 
 We are committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
 
 
 
 #Sandoz
 
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Legal & Compliance Counsel GCC

Sempra

<div>Sempra: Where opportunity powers impact
At Sempra, a better world begins with better energy&mdash;and with people who want to make a difference. That's why we're tackling the biggest challenges facing our industry while building a high‑performance culture where you can do your best work. Together, our teams support nearly 40 million consumers across the U.S., strengthening the communities we serve and creating impact that extends far beyond the workplace. Here, collaboration, inclusivity and shared purpose empowers you to grow your passion, build a rewarding career and contribute to something bigger&mdash;helping shape a better energy future for all.

Primary Purpose

Leads key legal support operations and governance processes within the Law Department, exercises independent judgment on complex matters and ensures accurate, reliable execution of enterprise‑level activities. Serves as a strategic partner to legal leadership and internal clients by coordinating high‑impact initiatives, overseeing process design and controls, and continuously improving efficiency, compliance, and reporting. This position supports the Securities and Corporate Governance teams within the Law Department, with a primary focus on securities law and corporate governance execution and coordination. Key responsibilities include managing select securities filings; preparing minutes and materials for meetings of the Board of Directors and management‑level committees; and providing significant support to the Corporate Secretary's Office. The role works closely with two attorneys on the Corporate and Securities team and interfaces regularly with cross‑functional stakeholders across the organization to facilitate governance activities and related legal processes. While certain responsibilities require paralegal experience, the position is intentionally structured to operate beyond traditional paralegal functions, serving as an embedded partner within the Law Department's securities law, corporate governance and legal operations ecosystem.

Duties and Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Oversees significant securities filings (including proxy statements, Section 16 filings, and EDGAR Next account management), and administers related compliance processes such as calendars, compliance plans, and coordination with third-party service providers and advisors.</li>
<li>Leads planning and coordination of annual shareholder meetings and shareholder engagement activities, including outreach, meetings, documentation, and tracking of engagement metrics.</li>
<li>Coordinates with the Corporate Secretary's Office on board-related matters (e.g., meeting materials and minutes, annual independence reviews), serves as secretary for certain management-level committees, and monitors and researches securities law and corporate governance developments and trends.</li>
<li>Maintains governance for template libraries, including version control, annotations, and usage notes.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>Requirements:
Education
<ul>
<li>Typically requires a 4-year degree in a relevant field, or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.</li>
</ul>
Experience
<ul>
<li>Typically requires 10 years of related experience.</li>
<li>Experience working as a Paralegal is preferred.</li>
</ul>
Skills and Abilities
<ul>
<li>Legal Research - The process of identifying and retrieving information necessary to support legal decision-making.</li>
<li>Documentation and Records Management - Creating, distributing, using, maintaining and disposition of recorded information maintained as evidence of business activities and transactions.</li>
<li>Regulatory Compliance - Ensuring an organization's adherence to laws, regulations, guidelines and specifications relevant to its business processes.</li>
<li>Legal Interpretation - Scrutinizing legal texts such as the texts of statuses, constitutions, and contracts.</li>
<li>Legal Drafting - Prepares written legal documents, including letters, memos, board presentations or board meeting minutes, and must have excellent writing, editing and proofreading skills.</li>
<li>Organizational Skills - Manages processes and calendars for key securities and governance events and must be highly organized and detail-oriented to effectively manage these tasks.</li>
<li>Effective Communicator - Works with a variety of departments and teams within the organization, including high-level executives, as well as advisors and other third-party service providers, and must be able to communicate and otherwise work effectively with all parties.</li>
<li>Proactive Self-Starter - Must be a fast learner who takes initiative to master new skills, processes and procedures and can effectively work independently.</li>
<li>Dedicated Team Player - Serves a crucial role within a small team and must be a high-performance contributor to significant projects and tasks, many of which are time-sensitive and confidential in nature.</li>
<li>Analytical Thinker - Considers how events, actions and information may impact areas of responsibility and takes appropriate steps to address.</li>
</ul>
Licenses
<ul>
<li>Paralegal certification is required</li>
</ul>Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to &quot;Pay Transparency Law&quot;; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.</div>

Corporate and Securities Manager

Confidential Government

<div>
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Supports the effective governance and administrative operations of the Board by coordinating meetings, preparing documentation, ensuring compliance, and facilitating communication between the Board and executive management.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Main Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
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 Coordinate and organize Board and committee meetings
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 Prepare agendas, board packs, and official documentation
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 Record and maintain accurate minutes and resolutions
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 Track implementation of Board decisions and action items
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 Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and regulatory requirements
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 Maintain confidential records and official Board documentation
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 Liaise between Board members and executive leadership
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 Support annual planning, reporting, and governance reviews
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Law, or related field
 </li>
 <li>
 2 &ndash; 4 years of experience in board affairs, governance, or executive office roles
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong knowledge of corporate governance practices
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 <li>
 Excellent documentation, communication, and organizational skills
 </li>
 <li>
 High level of professionalism and confidentiality
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Board Affairs Specialist

HALA

<div>
 
 
 Who Are We
 
 
 
 
 HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.
 
 
 
 HALA currently holds multiple entities in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (including HALA Payments and HALA Logistics) and offers solutions that enable merchants to digitize their payments as well as manage their sales and operations.
 
 
 
 Founded in 2017, HALA is currently licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Governance Frameworks
 <ul>
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 Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the Group&rsquo;s corporate governance frameworks in line with regulatory expectations and best practices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure governance frameworks scale appropriately with organizational growth and increasing regulatory scrutiny.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain governance manuals, charters, and internal governance documentation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
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 Policies and Procedures:
 <ul>
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 Draft, review, and update group-wide policies and procedures.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure policies are properly approved, communicated, and embedded into business operations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support consistent interpretation and application of governance policies across subsidiaries.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li>
 Board &amp; Committee Governance
 <ul>
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 Support governance aspects of board and committee structures, including charters, mandates, and annual calendars.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in ensuring appropriate governance practices at board and committee level as the organization matures.
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 Contribute to governance-related board and committee materials and disclosures.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
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 Governance Implementation &amp; Embedding
 <ul>
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 Work with business, legal, finance, compliance, and risk teams to embed governance requirements into day-to-day processes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support rollout, awareness, and practical adoption of governance frameworks and policies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Act as an internal advisor to management on governance expectations and best practices.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li>
 Regulatory &amp; IPO-Readiness Alignment
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure governance frameworks and documentation are aligned with applicable Saudi regulations and evolving IPO-readiness expectations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support interactions with regulators, auditors, and advisors on governance-related matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to governance disclosures required for fundraising, regulatory submissions, and future listing processes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 <li>
 Governance Monitoring &amp; Reporting
 <ul>
 <li>
 Monitor adherence to governance policies and frameworks across the Group.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify governance issues, inconsistencies, or areas requiring enhancement and coordinate corrective actions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare governance updates and reporting for senior management and relevant committees.
 </li>
 </ul>
 </li>
 </ul>
 
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 &nbsp;
 
 
 What We Offer You
 
 
 
 We believe you will love working at HALA!
 
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 We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
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 We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including the potential for shares.
 </li>
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 We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
 </li>
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 Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 7 countries and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
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 We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
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 You will be given a lot of responsibility and trust.&nbsp;We believe that the best results come when the people responsible for a function are given the freedom to do what they think is best.
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 </ul>
 &nbsp;
 
 If you think you have what it takes to join a remarkable team #apply_now&nbsp;
 
 
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Corporate Governance Manager

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