Abdulmalik Almasud
Riyadh
Summary
Governance, Risk & Compliance professional with over 6 years of progressive experience in developing, implementing, and enhancing corporate governance frameworks, compliance programs, and risk management processes. Proven track record in establishing policies, bylaws, delegation of authority matrices, and ISO 37301 compliance frameworks. Experienced in leading cross-functional governance initiatives, conducting compliance audits, and supporting executive decision-making at board and committee levels. Holder of multiple professional certifications in GRC, corporate governance, and risk management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Governance & Compliance Specialist
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Review and govern the bylaws, policies, procedures and forms of the organization.
- Review and recommend updates to board and executive committee structures.
- Prepare and review the delegation of authority matrix of the organization biannually.
- Assess and report on key governance indicators (KGIs) quarterly.
- Oversee compliance monitoring activities, report gaps, and recommend corrective actions.
- Assess and report on key compliance indicators (KCIs) quarterly.
- Develop and implement compliance training programs.
- Collaborate with the Internal Audit Division to address audit findings and close gaps.
- Serve as a member of the Crisis Management Committee.
- Serve as a member of the Direct Purchase Committee.
Governance & Compliance Specialist
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts
05.2023 - 09.2024
- Review and govern the bylaws, policies, procedures and forms of the organization.
- Prepare and review the delegation of authority matrix of the organization biannually.
- Established compliance libraries across the organization in line with ISO 37301.
- Conduct compliance risk assessments in line with ISO 37301 to identify internal and external vulnerabilities.
Acting Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist (Concurrent Role)
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Established and led a new governance, risk and compliance (GRC) entities, developing and implementing organization-wide frameworks, policies and procedures, and key risk and compliance indications (KRIs & KCIs).
- Established the delegation of authority matrix across the organization.
- Prepared and implemented the organization’s business continuity plan.
- Enhanced corporate governance processes, ensuring operational and regulatory compliance.
Human Resources Governance Specialist (Concurrent Role)
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Established the human capital bylaw and policies to ensure alignment with labor laws and organizational standards.
- Monitored human capital processes for compliance and provided recommendations.
- Participated in human capital audits and prepared related reports.
- Served as Secretary of the Human Capital Committee.
Corporate Governance Secretary
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research center
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Served as Secretary of the Governance and Delegation of Authority Committee.
- Reviewed organizational bylaws, policies and procedures across the organization.
- Drafted and reviewed board and executive committee documents.
- Monitored committee progress reports and submitted annual updates to the CEO.
- Managed documentation of board and CEO resolutions and maintained governance records.
Administrative Secretary — Governance support — Laboratory Medicine Department
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research center
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Coordinated governance-related committee meetings, prepared formal agendas, and documented official minutes to ensure compliance with institutional policies.
- Monitored and tracked deadlines for internal and external reports, ensuring timely submission in alignment with governance and regulatory requirements.
- Oversaw procurement and recruitment processes, verifying alignment with organizational policies and governance standards.
- Maintained accurate records and official correspondence in accordance with compliance and archival regulations.
- Provided analytical support to management by identifying process gaps and recommending policy adjustments to enhance operational governance.
Education
Bachelor of English Language & Literature -
Imam University
01.2013 - 01.2017
Skills
- Innovative thinking
- Public speaking
- Strategic planning
- Quality Assurance
- Regulatory compliance
- Data analysis
- Administrative skills
- Process Improvement
Certification
- Certified Governance, Risk & Compliance Professional (GRCP) – Open Compliance and Ethics Group (OCEG)
- Certified Integrated Compliance & Ethics Professional (ICEP) – OCEG
- Certified Integrated Risk Management Professional (IRMP) – OCEG
- Certified Advanced Governance, Risk & Compliance – Meirc Training & Consulting
- Certified Corporate Governance – Business Intelligence Training Center
- Certified Public Policy Analysis – London School of Economics & Political Science
- Certified Integrated Policy Management Professional (IPMP) – OCEG
- Certified Board & Committees Secretary – Business Intelligence Training Center
- Certified Risk Specialist – Leoron Institute
- Developing Work Methods & Improving Procedures – Oxford Management Centre, UK
- Certified Advanced Data Analyst in Excel – Future Visions for Training
Timeline
Senior Governance & Compliance Specialist
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts
10.2024 - 08.2025
Acting Governance, Risk & Compliance Specialist (Concurrent Role)
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts
08.2023 - 04.2024
Governance & Compliance Specialist
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts
05.2023 - 09.2024
Human Resources Governance Specialist (Concurrent Role)
The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts
03.2023 - 04.2024
Corporate Governance Secretary
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research center
10.2021 - 02.2023
Administrative Secretary — Governance support — Laboratory Medicine Department
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research center
07.2019 - 09.2021
Bachelor of English Language & Literature -
Imam University
01.2013 - 01.2017
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