Senior Manager GRC

Whats on your plate?

The Senior Manager GRC will support the Director of GRC in driving the group-wide Governance, Risk, and Compliance strategy across talabat markets. The role is responsible for leading regional compliance operations, strengthening governance frameworks, driving cross-functional risk initiatives, and managing high-impact regulatory and financial crime programs. This role requires strong stakeholder management, operational leadership, and the ability to translate regulatory and risk requirements into scalable business practices across a fast-moving environment.

  • Lead and oversee regional GRC initiatives across multiple markets in alignment with group priorities and regulatory expectations.

  • Drive the execution of GRC strategic objectives, OKRs, and transformation initiatives across workstreams.

  • Oversee AML, sanctions, third-party compliance, and regulatory governance activities across high-risk markets.

  • Support the development and operationalization of enterprise risk management and internal control programs.

  • Partner with business, Legal, Finance, HR, and Operations teams to strengthen governance and compliance practices.

  • Drive automation and process optimization initiatives to reduce manual compliance activities and improve visibility.

  • Support leadership reporting including dashboards, risk insights, investigations trends, and compliance updates.

  • Manage and mentor GRC team members while fostering a high-accountability and collaborative culture.

  • Coordinate with Delivery Hero central functions, auditors, and external stakeholders where required.

  • Lead or support sensitive investigations, escalations, and governance reviews when needed.

  • Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on talabat operations.

What did we order?

  • 8+ years of experience in Governance, Risk, Compliance, Internal Controls, AML, or related fields.

  • Experience working in multinational or regional environments across MENA.

  • Strong understanding of compliance frameworks, governance practices, and risk management principles.

  • Experience managing cross-functional projects and stakeholders across multiple markets.

  • Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

  • Experience in high-growth, operationally complex environments is preferred.

  • Familiarity with sanctions screening, third-party risk management, or financial crime programs is an advantage.

  • Ability to operate independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Law, Risk Management, or related field.

  • Professional certifications such as CAMS, CIA, CRMA, CPA, or equivalent are a plus.

  • Fluent in English; Arabic is highly preferred.