Sr. Manager/Board Affairs & Governance (Emiratized role)

Manage board affairs and corporate-governance activities, ensuring that board and shareholder meetings are prepared, documented and conducted in line with company procedures and applicable requirements. The Emiratized role supports communication between directors and management and maintains reliable governance records.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare board meeting agendas, materials and Annual General Meeting documentation.
• Coordinate with board co-chairs, directors and management on agenda items and key topics.
• Ensure agendas are circulated, minutes are recorded and approved, and action items are assigned.
• Maintain the corporate-governance framework and advise on good governance practices.
• Track decisions, required regulatory filings and follow-up actions.
• Support director induction, board terms of reference, composition records and succession planning.
• Coordinate board and general meetings for special purpose vehicles and related establishment or closure procedures.
• Support records relating to board remuneration, authorised representatives and powers of attorney.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
• Four to six years of relevant experience in board relations or corporate secretariat.
• The role is Emiratized and intended for UAE National candidates.
• Strong governance documentation, coordination and confidentiality skills.

Skills

• Board and corporate-secretariat administration
• Governance compliance
• Meeting preparation and minutes
• Stakeholder communication and record control

Role Focus

Accurate board records support sound decision-making, clear accountability and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate should manage confidential information carefully, record decisions faithfully, make sure follow-up is assigned and communicate with directors and management in a professional, well-organised manner.

Across the role, clear communication, accurate information and timely follow-up help maintain dependable work standards. The successful candidate should follow applicable procedures, keep stakeholders informed, handle records or resources responsibly, and raise questions or risks early so that work can progress with fewer avoidable delays.