Governance Compliance and Legal Affairs Manager

Oman Investment Authority

Lead and integrate the company s governance, compliance, and legal frameworksensuring adherence to applicable laws and regulations, robust risk management, and alignment with OIA policies, while advising senior leadership and strengthening transparency and accountability company wide.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies integrating governance, compliance, and legal objectives with organizational goals.
• Establish and maintain governance frameworks, compliance protocols, and legal risk registers to safeguard the organization.
• Provide guidance on regulatory compliance and legal implications to senior leadership.
• Maintain updated knowledge of applicable laws and governance standards, ensuring timely dissemination across the organization.
• Drive alignment of Governance and Legal Strategies with Organizational Goals, emphasizing a high-level approach to policy and process oversight

Governance and Compliance

1. Framework Development and Implementation

• Design, implement, and maintain governance structures that ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical operations across the organization.
• Establish policies and procedures aligned with international standards and local regulations, ensuring integration into operational workflows.

2. Regulatory Compliance Monitoring

• Lead compliance audits to assess adherence to governance frameworks, implementing corrective actions when necessary.
• Develop proactive compliance monitoring tools, ensuring timely submissions to regulatory bodies.

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the key liaison with regulatory bodies, ensuring productive relationships and representing the organization in compliance-related discussions.
• Provide training and workshops for employees to enhance awareness and understanding of governance and compliance responsibilities.

4. Reporting and Documentation

• Develop comprehensive reporting tools and templates to standardize compliance and governance submissions.
• Maintain a governance and compliance dashboard to track real-time performance and flag potential issues proactively.

Legal Affairs

1. Litigation Management

• Oversee all legal disputes, ensuring proper representation of the organization in courts, arbitration, or mediation forums.
• Coordinate with external legal counsel, monitoring performance, and ensuring cost-effective legal services.
• Develop strategies for dispute resolution to minimize legal exposure and financial impact.

2. Contract, Agreement and Internal Documents Review

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents, ensuring they are legally sound and protect organizational interests.
• Implement a contract management system to streamline the tracking of obligations, renewals, and compliance with terms.

3. Risk Management and Legal Advisory

• Maintain a legal risk register, regularly updating management on potential exposures and mitigation strategies.
• Provide expert legal opinions and advice on transactions, policies, and strategic decisions.
• Advise the organization on emerging legal trends and regulatory changes, ensuring proactive adjustments to policies and processes.

4. Knowledge Management and Training

• Maintain a repository of legal precedents, regulations, and compliance requirements to serve as a reference for decision-making.
• Conduct training sessions for employees to enhance understanding of legal obligations and risks.

5. Engagement with Authorities and Shareholders

• Represent the organization in discussions with government entities, legal authorities, and other stakeholders on significant matters.
• Align with shareholders and key stakeholders on legal and compliance strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

6. Performance Monitoring and Reporting

• Prepare periodic reports for the Board of Directors and senior management, summarizing legal, compliance, and governance activities.
• Ensure accurate documentation of all legal proceedings, contracts, and compliance measures to maintain a transparent audit trail.

Operational and Managerial Responsibilities

• Align department strategies and resources with organizational business plans and budgets.
• Supervise and develop direct reports, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ensure timely preparation and accuracy of governance, compliance, and legal reports.
• Lead or participate in investigations into regulatory or governance violations and recommend corrective measures.

QHSE & ISMS:

• Compliance to QHSE procedures and familiarity with HS Risk, Environment Aspect Impact & Legal Registers.
• Comply with Information Security Management Systems Requirements and Maintain Confidentiality and Privacy of Information.