Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance

Pennell Hart are a Legal & Compliance Executive Search firm based in the UAE. We have been instructed by a number of our clients to identify exceptional senior GRC leaders for a number of high-profile institutions across the UAE. Our clients include top-tier hedge funds, asset managers, investment banks, and alternative investment companies seeking proven leaders to own and elevate their risk and compliance frameworks.As Head of GRC, you will serve as the most senior governance, risk, and compliance professional within the organisation and will act as a strategic partner to the C-suite and board whilst establishing a culture of risk awareness and regulatory excellence. You will own the enterprise-wide GRC framework, drive regulatory relationships, and ensure the firm operates within all it's applicable local and international regulatory obligations.12+ years in GRC, risk, or compliance within financial servicesSenior leadership background at a hedge fund, asset manager, investment bank, or institutional investorTrack record building or transforming GRC functionsStrong knowledge of international standardsRelevant professional qualification: ICA, ACAMS, CFA, or legal backgroundExceptional stakeholder and board-level communication skillsApply now for immediate consideration for multiple mandates.#J-18808-Ljbffr