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Perihan Kutbi

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Accomplished professional with expertise in compliance management, regulatory oversight, and risk assessment. Demonstrates proficiency in policy development, licensing processes, and governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks. Skilled in strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory research to ensure adherence to industry standards. Adept at process optimisation, KPI tracking, and delivering impactful training programmes to enhance organisational efficiency. Recognised for analytical thinking, decision-making capabilities, and exceptional communication skills. Committed to driving continuous improvement while maintaining alignment with regulatory requirements.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Licensing and monitoring Manager

Ministry of Culture - Museums Commission
07.2021 - 09.2025
  • Support the development of the Museum’s strategic plan and roadmap by shaping objectives and initiatives.
  • Define performance objectives and indicators for Licensing & Monitoring, and track progress on an ongoing basis.
  • Drive the delivery of the Museum’s strategy, objectives, and KPIs within the scope of Licensing & Monitoring.
  • Prepare and present regular reports on Licensing & Monitoring performance and outputs, ensuring compliance with reporting standards.
  • Lead the assessment of licensing requirements to guarantee alignment and suitability for achieving institutional goals.
  • Ensure policies and procedures are consistent with the Commission’s strategic vision.
  • Coordinate with all Commission Departments to fulfill Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) requirements.


Compliance & Risk Lead

Museums Commission
07.2025 - Current
  • Oversee compliance frameworks to ensure alignment with laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance and risk-related issues across departments.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Lead risk assessments and compliance audits to detect gaps and recommend improvements.
  • Provide guidance and training to staff on compliance obligations and risk management practices.
  • Act as the main liaison with regulators, auditors, and internal stakeholders on compliance and risk matters.
  • Prepare and present reports on compliance status, risk exposure, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership.
  • Monitor the regulatory changes to ensure proactive adjustments in policies and operations.

Chairman of the Reviewing Violations Committee

Museums Commission
01.2024 - Current

leads the evaluation of reported violations, ensuring cases are reviewed fairly and in accordance with regulations. They oversee the decision-making process on penalties, balancing compliance enforcement with organizational integrity and accountability.

Compliance Manager

Northern Trust Company
03.2015 - 06.2019
  • Design and maintain an effective compliance framework for Northern Trust.
  • Identify compliance risks in alignment with Northern Trust’s global policies and procedures.
  • Evaluate business strategies to determine and report potential regulatory impacts.
  • Prepare and submit licensing applications, policies, and procedures in line with local regulatory requirements.

Senior Analyst

Riyad Bank User acceptance and testing Department
09.2006 - 07.2013
  • Test systems and applications from the end-user’s perspective to confirm functionality, usability, and reliability.
  • Validate that business requirements are met and that the solution performs as expected in real-world scenarios.
  • Identify bugs, gaps, or issues that need to be fixed before launch.
  • Provide final approval (or rejection) on whether a product or system is ready for production.

Analyst

Riyad Bank corporate division
07.2005 - 09.2006
  • Oversee corporate governance, policies, and compliance with regulations.
  • Manage strategic planning, performance monitoring, and organizational development.
  • Handle legal affairs, risk management, and corporate communications.
  • Provide administrative and operational support across departments.
  • Act as a central hub connecting leadership with business units to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Education

Bachelor's degree - college of Languages English Translation

King Saud University
Riyad
01.1998 - 06.2002

Skills

  • Compliance Management & Regulatory Oversight
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Policy Development & Implementation
  • Licensing & Regulatory Approvals
  • Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
  • Regulatory Research & Analysis
  • Training & Awareness Programs
  • Process Improvement & Optimization
  • Report Writing & Presentation Skills
  • Attention to Detail & Analytical Thinking
  • Decision-Making & Problem Solving
  • Knowledge of regulatory standards
  • KPI tracking
  • Communication proficiency

Languages

Arabic: Native
Native
English
Advanced

Trainings

  • Leadership, communication & Interpersonal skills
  • Qudwah Leadership Development Program (3 Models)
  • CME1
  • CME 2 (advanced)
  • ITEL Foundation Version 3
  • Building Professional Skills
  • Advanced business writing

Timeline

Compliance & Risk Lead

Museums Commission
07.2025 - Current

Chairman of the Reviewing Violations Committee

Museums Commission
01.2024 - Current

Licensing and monitoring Manager

Ministry of Culture - Museums Commission
07.2021 - 09.2025

Compliance Manager

Northern Trust Company
03.2015 - 06.2019

Senior Analyst

Riyad Bank User acceptance and testing Department
09.2006 - 07.2013

Analyst

Riyad Bank corporate division
07.2005 - 09.2006

Bachelor's degree - college of Languages English Translation

King Saud University
01.1998 - 06.2002
Perihan Kutbi