Manager - Compliance, Audit and L&D (COR 935)

The organization is a flagship gigaproject under Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative, aiming to create a world-class entertainment, cultural and lifestyle destination. As a multibillion-dollar project, it will encompass vast infrastructure development, hospitality, retail and service sectors, requiring robust procurement compliance management.

The Manager - Compliance, Audit, and L&D is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing comprehensive compliance and audit frameworks specific to procurement operations. This role ensures adherence to regulatory standards, internal policies, and risk management strategies, fostering a culture of compliance. Additionally, the role includes leading compliance-focused training initiatives to ensure all staff are well-versed in best practices. The position requires conducting audits and implementing corrective actions to continuously improve organizational compliance.

• Compliance and Audit Framework Development:
• Assist in the development and implementation of audits and the tools to evaluate procurement activities effectively
• Participate in the planning and execution of internal audits, identifying risks, areas of non-compliance, and opportunities for improvement
• Ensure alignment with local (e.g., LCGPA) and international regulatory requirements, PIF guidelines, and organization's internal policies
• Ensure implementation of corrective actions resulting from audit findings and monitor progress over time
• Compliance Training and L&D
• Assist in the design and delivery of compliance training programs to educate staff on policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards
• Collaborate with HR and broader L&D teams to create targeted training programs to foster organization-wide compliance awareness
• Risk and Policy Management
• Work closely with Governance and Finance teams to ensure procurement compliance with local regulations and organizational policies
• Collaborate effectively in compliance-related matters across procurement activities
• Team Management and Development
• Manage and support junior team members, ensuring professional growth through mentorship and annual performance appraisals
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the Compliance, Audit, and L&D team
• Support local content, localization and ESG compliance efforts, ensuring compliance with Saudi regulations and global best practices
  
  
  

• 10+ years of experience in Compliance, Audit, or L&D roles, ideally in large-scale projects such as construction, real estate, or urban development
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Construction Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Audit or related fields
• Preferred: Member of CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CRCM (Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager), or FRM (Financial Risk Manager)
• Experience with KSA regulatory requirements and familiarity with Vision 2030 goals is highly desirable
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify and address risks effectively
• Proven track record of working in cross-collaborative environments and ensuring differing goals and needs align with overarching organizational strategy
• Fluency in English is required, with proficiency in Arabic highly desirable
• Understanding of the local cultural and business landscape in Saudi Arabia through work experience in the region preferred