Head of Compliance and risk Job at HiRemoters

Head of Compliance and risk

HiRemoters

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Job Description:

The Head of Compliance & Risk is responsible for providing legal, compliance, policy, and strategic advice on a broad portfolio of grants, contracts, and philanthropic governance. This is including but not limited to, implementing, and managing an effective compliance program, contract negotiation, risk management, and knowledge sharing. In this role, they will be responsible for understanding policies and priorities and being able to communicate these to policymakers and stakeholders. Additionally, they will collaborate with colleagues across the organization and engage with partners and third-party groups. They will also have responsibility for the management of Awards, Compliance & Risk team members.

Job Responsibility:

Monitors means, techniques, and tools for the collection, safeguarding, analysis and reporting on programmatic achievements
Reviews and monitors means, techniques, and tools for the collection, safeguarding, analysis and reporting on the financial planning and management of awards
Oversight of data collection and responsibility for the associated data compliance systems (in line with applicable data privacy laws, practices, and internal procedures)
Ultimate responsible for overall streamlining of the awards management process. this includes support with contracts, documents, requests for proposal, requests for information, requests for quote etc., (collectively RFx) and related matters
Accountable for the implementation of awards to ensure timely progress and according to submitted technical reports, proposed strategy, and work plans
Contributes to the organizational strategy, through successful development and deployment of relevant frameworks
Collaborates closely with programmatic leads in the development of programs and activities and advise on various frameworks such as operational and legal
Develops and maintain policies and systems for the operational management (administration, financial, procurement, etc.) of the program awards
Develops and maintain Zakat compliant policies and systems for the implementation of Zakat funding mechanisms managed by the Foundation
Develops and maintain the Foundations Risk assessment framework and have regular updates with SLT
Develops, maintain and ensure compliance of the Foundation’s Internal Delegation of Authority
Ultimate responsibility for the awards’ pre award and post award management processes and standard operating procedures
Oversees and conduct due diligence on awardees

Requirements:

Master’s level education in law required
Expertise in contract law, compliance management and/or audit work preferred
10+ years’ experience working in compliance-oriented roles for law firms, professional services firms or the non-profit sector required
5 years’ experience managing a team required
Strong organization skills and attention to detail
Deadline oriented with the versatility to adapt quickly to new requests from management
Strong communication skills and ability to write and present clear and concise reports
Proven track record in developing policies and managing compliance is essential

What we offer:

Flexible and Remote Working
Work from anywhere, supporting your work-life balance
Career Growth
We're committed to your development, offering training and advancement opportunities
Performance Recognition
Earn raises and career progression opportunities based on a quarterly performance review and a constructive feedback cycle
Health and Fitness Benefits
Receive fitness reimbursements from day one, and after one year of employment, gain access to a health budget to support your well-being
Extra Paid Annual Leave
Enjoy 22 days of vacation, with an additional day added for each year of employment, up to a maximum of 26 days
Special Birthday Perk
Take your birthday off after a year of employment to celebrate

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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