Head of Board & Committee Affairs

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Head of Board & Committee Affairs Jobs in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia at Confidential Government

Title: Head of Board & Committee Affairs

Company: Confidential Government

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job Purpose:

The Head of Board & Committee Affairs serves as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors, its sub-committees, and the Executive Management. This role is responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the Board, maintaining the highest standards of corporate governance, managing statutory compliance, and providing strategic administrative and advisory support to the Chairman and Board members.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Board & Committee Operations Management:

• Manage the end-to-end process of all Board and Committee meetings, including scheduling, logistics, and technology setup.
• Prepare, review, and distribute meeting agendas, board packs, and presentations in a timely and secure manner.
• Attend all Board and Committee meetings, and accurately draft, finalize, and archive meeting minutes and resolutions.
• Track and follow up on the execution of action items and decisions made by the Board and Committees with Executive Management.
• Organize and manage Annual General Meetings (AGMs) and Extraordinary General Meetings (EGMs).

2. Corporate Governance & Compliance:

• Ensure that the Board and its Committees comply with all relevant legal, statutory, and regulatory requirements (e.g., Ministry of Commerce, Capital Market Authority, etc.).
• Develop, maintain, and update the Corporate Governance Manual, Board Charters, and Committee Terms of Reference (ToR).
• Monitor and manage conflicts of interest and ensure proper disclosure by Board members.
• Facilitate the annual Board and Committee performance evaluation process.

3. Stakeholder Communication & Advisory:

• Act as the central point of contact and trusted advisor for Board members regarding governance policies, procedures, and statutory obligations.
• Facilitate seamless and effective communication between the Board of Directors and the C-suite (Executive Management).
• Provide guidance on corporate governance best practices and emerging trends.

4. Onboarding & Member Support:

• Design and execute comprehensive induction and onboarding programs for newly appointed Board and Committee members.
• Arrange continuous training and development programs for Board members to keep them updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Manage the remuneration and compensation processes for Board and Committee members in alignment with company policies.

5. Documentation & Record Keeping:

• Maintain highly confidential and secure statutory books, registers, and official records of the company.
• Ensure the safe custody of the company seal and official governance documents.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Finance, Corporate Governance, or a related field. (Master’s degree is preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of [8-10] years of experience in corporate governance, legal affairs, or a board secretariat role, with at least [3] years in a leadership/managerial capacity.
• Certifications: Professional certification in Corporate Governance or Corporate Secretaryship (e.g., ICSA, CGI, or equivalent governance certifications) is highly desirable.