Governance Manager

Responsibilities

• Draft and review agreements, contracts, purchase orders, non-disclosure agreements, and master service agreements to ensure all legal terms are properly addressed.
• Provide legal advice and consultation to leadership, consultants, and committees regarding cases, contracts, and regulatory updates.
• Ensure company compliance with regulations issued by SAMA and other relevant government authorities.
• Regularly review and update the company’s by-laws and corporate governance manual.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are reviewed and updated annually by the board for approval.
• Monitor compliance with governance standards and recommend improvements to align with industry best practices.
• Facilitate internal audits to verify adherence to governance policies and regulatory requirements.
• Schedule and organize board meetings, conferences, and special committees, ensuring the availability of relevant parties.
• Prepare agendas, maintain records, and distribute necessary documentation for board meetings.
• Archive board resolutions, minutes, and other legal documents, ensuring proper maintenance of the Minute Book.
• Ensure an up-to-date copy of the company’s bylaws and other relevant documents is available for all meetings.
• Provide requested documents and reports, such as strategic plans, budgets, and performance updates, to the board and executive management.
• Serve as a liaison between the board and executive teams, ensuring seamless communication and document exchange.
• Directly respond to SAMA’s requirements, providing timely and accurate information.
• Track and manage correspondence with regulators to ensure proper handling of inquiries and reports.
• Conduct regular training sessions for board members and executive teams on governance best practices and regulatory updates.
• Develop and monitor performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of governance processes.
• Collaborate with other departments to address cross-functional compliance and governance issues.
• Stay informed about changes in regulations, laws, and governance trends to advise on necessary adaptations.

• Participate in the identification and recruitment of key talents for their respective Department
• Manage, guide and assist direct reports to perform their functional operations in accordance with set policies and procedures
• Set performance objectives, provide necessary support, evaluate/appraise the team and provide regular feedback on performance
• Uphold a high-performance working environment and promote the Organization’s Values