HEAD OF GOVERNANCE, RISK AND OPERATIONS
REPORTS TO:
Investment Chief Operating Officer (ICOO)
DEPARTMENT:
Governance, Risk & Operations
Client:
We are working for a private, institutional family office committed to preserving and compounding capital over a multi-generational horizon. Our work spans building a global, multi-asset investment platform, fostering cross-border partnerships, managing fund structures, and contributing to the family's legacy, philanthropic vision, and the development of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Role Purpose
The Head of Governance, Risk & Operations (HGRO) ensures that the firm's platform remains robust, compliant, and well-governed. This role combines fund operations, risk management, compliance oversight, and governance support for both the investment platform and the family foundation. The HGRO partners with the investment, legal, finance, and operations teams to ensure operational excellence, regulatory integrity, and effective management of the firm's fund structures — including support for fund launches, restructurings, and ongoing governance.
Responsibilities
* Maintain governance and statutory records for the holding company, subsidiaries, foundation, and fund entities.
* Prepare and circulate board and committee materials and support corporate filings and resolutions.
* Oversee operational processes for funds and managed accounts, coordinating with administrators, custodians, and banks.
* Support the launch, restructuring, and wind-down of fund vehicles, ensuring efficient execution and compliance.
* Design, maintain, and monitor risk and compliance frameworks across the platform.
* Serve as the main contact with regulators (CMA, CIMA, and others) and oversee licensing renewals and mandatory filings.
* Monitor compliance, including trade checks, restricted lists, and personal-dealing approvals.
* Support governance, reporting, and compliance activities for the family foundation.
* Coordinate internal and external audits and ensure timely closure of any findings.
* Deliver training and updates on risk, compliance, and governance to internal teams.
Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Law, Economics, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
* Professional certifications such as CAMS, ICA, CFA, or FRM are an advantage.
* 7–10 years of experience in fund operations, risk, compliance, or governance within asset management, private equity, or financial services.
* Strong understanding of multi-jurisdictional regulatory environments, particularly Cayman, GCC, and UK.
* Demonstrated experience in supporting fund launches or restructurings is strongly preferred.
* Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and manage senior stakeholders.
* High ethical standards, attention to detail, and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.