Chief Risk & Legal Officer

The Company is seeking a Chief Risk & Legal Officer to provide executive leadership across enterprise risk, legal services, compliance, governance, and independent assurance. The role leads the development of risk frameworks and controls, oversees regulatory compliance and internal audit, and provides strategic, independent advice to senior leadership and the Board. Responsibilities include managing significant legal matters, strengthening governance and business continuity, and ensuring effective assurance, investigations, and reporting. The officer also builds relationships with regulators, auditors, and other stakeholders while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and risk-informed decision-making. Candidates should bring extensive executive leadership experience in a complex, highly regulated organization, with demonstrated expertise in enterprise risk management, governance, and organizational assurance. Significant experience in legal, regulatory, or compliance environments and a strong understanding of Board governance and public-sector accountability are required. The role calls for proven ability to engage with regulators and senior stakeholders, influence executive and Board decisions, and lead teams with exceptional communication and stakeholder-management skills. A degree in law, commerce, business, governance, public administration, or a related discipline—or equivalent experience—is required; experience in a high-risk industry is desirable.