Group Executive: Head Of Governance

Absa Bank Limited

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12-15 years governance experience
King iv framework implementation
Board committee oversight
Absa Bank Limited seeks a Group Executive: Head of Governance to provide strategic leadership in governance frameworks across its pan-African operations. The role emphasizes integration, oversight, and alignment of governance practices with regulatory requirements and the bank's cultural philosophy

Job Summary

  • The role is accountable for enabling effective, consistent, and value‑adding governance across the Group's pan‑African operations.
  • This position translates the Group's governance strategy, regulatory obligations, and corporate governance principles into practical frameworks.
  • The incumbent acts as a governance integrator to ensure alignment between regulatory expectations, stakeholder confidence, and the Group's cultural philosophy.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Absa Bank Limited seeks a Group Executive: Head of Governance to provide strategic leadership in governance frameworks across its pan-African operations. The role emphasizes integration, oversight, and alignment of governance practices with regulatory requirements and the bank's cultural philosophy.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

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

Key Requirements

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

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