Group Executive: Head Of Governance

Absa Bank Limited

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12-15 years governance experience
King iv framework implementation
Board committee governance oversight
** Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Group Executive: Head of Governance to provide strategic leadership and oversight of governance frameworks across its pan-African operations. The role requires extensive experience in governance, regulatory environments, and executive leadership, ideally within the financial services sector. **

Job Summary

  • The role provides strategic leadership to enable effective, consistent, and value-adding governance across the Group's pan-African operations.
  • Acting as a governance integrator, the position ensures alignment between regulatory expectations, stakeholder confidence, and the Group's cultural philosophy.
  • The incumbent will translate governance strategy into practical frameworks that are scalable across diverse African jurisdictions while maintaining proportionate standards.

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** Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Group Executive: Head of Governance to provide strategic leadership and oversight of governance frameworks across its pan-African operations. The role requires extensive experience in governance, regulatory environments, and executive leadership, ideally within the financial services sector. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 12-15 years governance experience
  • King IV framework implementation
  • Board committee governance oversight
  • Multi-jurisdictional banking environment
  • Regulatory compliance interpretation

Nice-to-have

  • Chartered Governance Professional certification
  • African market exposure preferred
  • Strategic integration skills
  • Cultural intelligence in diverse markets
  • Ethical leadership promotion

Key Requirements

  • Postgraduate qualification in Law or Governance
  • Minimum 12-15 years executive experience
  • Proven Board governance experience in banking
  • Professional governance certification advantageous

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