Governance and Compliance Sr. Specialist

JOB PURPOSE: Lead and enhance Gathern’s governance and compliance, ensure adherence to internal policies, ISO standards, and Saudi regulatory requirements (MoT, SDAIA/PDPL, CMA). Oversee policy lifecycle, compliance frameworks, internal audits, and regulatory readiness to enable transparent, ethical, and sustainable operations across the organization. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: - Governance Frameworks: Implement and maintain corporate governance standards and reporting structures aligned with CMA/IPO readiness. - Policy & Procedure Management:Lead the design, review, and rollout of corporate policies, SOPs, and governance documents; ensure consistent adoption across business functions. - Regulatory Compliance: Oversee compliance with PDPL, MoT, and CMA requirements; coordinate with regulators and ensure timely responses to inquiries and audits - ISO & QMS Management: Manage the implementation and continual improvement of ISO 9001 and related certifications; support internal audit planning and execution. Internal Control Reviews: Conduct compliance reviews and control testing to validate operational adherence and identify gaps. Training & Awareness: Deliver compliance and governance training programs across departments to embed a culture of accountability.

COMPETENCIES: • Stakeholder influence and bilingual communication (Arabic & English) • Policy management & compliance expertise • Analytical rigor & documentation discipline • Planning, prioritization, and follow-through • Collaboration and constructive challenge • Bachelor’s in Law, Business Administration, or related field (required) • 2-4 years in corporate governance, compliance, or audit (preferably within the Saudi regulatory context). • Experience with ISO management systems, policy governance, and PDPL implementation. • Certifications (preferred): GRCP/GRCA, CCEP/CCEP-I, ISO 9001 LI/LA, CGRC (ISC2), PMP/PRINCE2.