# Governance and Compliance Sr. Specialist

> Gathern · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-14

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** CEO Office

## Description

**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.

## Requirements

**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.

## Apply

[Apply at Gathern](https://apply.workable.com/gathern/j/874BF3C501/apply)

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