Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

About Adeera Hospitality

Adeera Hospitality, a PIF company, is set to become Saudi Arabia’s national hospitality champion. Headquartered in Riyadh, Adeera is building a portfolio of distinctive local hotel brands rooted in authentic Saudi hospitality. By combining local insight with global expertise, Adeera aims to deliver memorable guest experiences and unlock the Kingdom’s tourism potential.

Adeera Hospitality is seeking a visionary Head of GRC to develop, implement, and manage the organization’s governance, risk, and compliance strategies. This role is critical for ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and Adeera’s ambitious objectives for operational resilience and cybersecurity.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Governance

• Build and implement a comprehensive GRC framework aligned with Adeera’s strategic goals and regulatory standards.
• Lead governance policies and procedures and partner with senior leadership to ensure organizational integrity and effective governance across all departments.
  
  

Risk Identification & Mitigation

• Identify, assess, and manage organizational risks, including financial, operational, and regulatory risks.
• Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity and organizational resilience.
  
  

Compliance Management

• Ensure compliance with all relevant local, international, and industry-specific regulations.
• Oversee compliance monitoring, auditing systems, and act as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies and legal advisors.
  
  

Cybersecurity & Data Privacy

• Oversee compliance with PCI DSS, GDPR, Saudi PDPL, and NCA Essential Cybersecurity Controls.
• Lead cybersecurity committees and advise executive leadership on key cybersecurity issues and data protection strategies.
  
  

Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Deliver regular reports to senior leadership and the Board on governance practices, risk exposure, and compliance performance.
• Monitor emerging risks, recommend improvements, and ensure proactive adaptation to regulatory changes.
  
  

Crisis Management & Business Resilience

• Develop and oversee crisis management and business continuity plans to ensure rapid response to incidents.
• Lead incident response efforts and ensure organizational readiness for potential crises.
  
  

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor the GRC team to achieve high performance and foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and ethical governance.
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in governance, risk management, and compliance, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CFE, or CIA are highly desirable.
• Strong expertise in regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and cybersecurity governance.
• Proven ability to manage compliance in dynamic, fast-paced environments.