Corporate Policies Lead JOB

1    Job Details
Job Title: Corporate Policies Lead
Department: Business Excellence and Continuity    

Section: Governance Section    

Unit: NA
Direct Manager: Governance Section Head

2. Role Purpose

Develop, review, and oversee the implementation of corporate policies that align with the DCT’s strategic objectives. Ensure regulatory compliance, enhance governance frameworks, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within the organization.

3. Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement corporate policies and frameworks in alignment with the DCT’s strategic direction, long term vision, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct policy impact assessments and provide recommendations to senior leadership in alignment with DCT’s Strategic objectives. 
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including legal, compliance, HR, and finance teams, to ensure seamless policy integration.
• Drive policy awareness training sessions, and communication initiatives to promote adherence across the organization.
• Prepare and deliver policy briefings, submissions, presentations and reports to both internal and external stakeholders, including senior management, while advocating for policy initiatives within and outside the organization. 
• Develop reporting mechanisms to track policy compliance, effectiveness, and areas for improvement.
• Keep DCT policies up to date and coordinate the entire policy lifecycle, from development through approval to implementation of corporate policies across departments.

Shared Activities

• Carry out any other duties and responsibilities related to the role at the request of the direct manager.
• o    Ensure effective implementation of functional policies, procedures and controls covering all areas of assigned section activity so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service. 
• o    Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• o    Demonstrate compliance to organization’s values and ethics at all times to support the establishment of a value drive culture within the organization
• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement, and cost reduction.

4. Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Public Policy, Business Administration, Law, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in corporate policy development, governance, or regulatory affairs.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance principles, risk management, and compliance standards.
• Proven ability to work with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Strong understanding of UAE legislative and regulatory frameworks impacting corporate operations.
• Experience in a strategic affairs or public policy environment is preferred.

5. Competencies

• Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Leadership and stakeholder engagement
• Policy analysis and formulation
• Attention to detail and analytical mindset
• Strong communication and negotiation skill
• Ability to quickly get up to speed on complex and regulatory issues
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects within a matrix organization involving multiple stakeholders