Vice President, Global Head of Enterprise Governance

About the role

The Vice President, Global Head of Enterprise Governance, will lead the design, implementation and continuous improvement of Mashreq’s enterprise‑wide governance framework. Reporting to senior leadership, this role ensures robust decision‑making standards, accountability and oversight across all business units and regions, aligning with the bank’s risk appetite and regulatory obligations.

Key responsibilities

• Own and maintain the Group’s governance framework covering all business units, functions and entities.
• Define and enforce standards for delegation of authority, decision‑making processes and reporting lines.
• Collaborate with the Chief of Staff, SPOCs and governance functions to embed a strong governance culture.
• Monitor emerging regulatory trends and translate them into actionable governance policies.
• Act as a strategic liaison with global regulators, supporting examinations and supervisory dialogues.
• Oversee governance aspects of regulatory reviews, remediation programs and inspections.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Law or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Computer Science, Law or a related field.
• Certified Corporate Governance Professional (CCGP) or equivalent certification.
• 10‑15 years of progressive leadership experience in governance, compliance, risk management or legal functions within a large, globally regulated financial institution.