Senior Tech Governance Specialist

Job description

Get to Know the Team The Tech Governance team is necessary for maintaining governance across Grab Tech's personnel, processes, and systems. We focus on implementing policies and controls while safeguarding company assets against risks. Our team values collaboration with multiple functions to enhance governance and drive continuous improvement in technology operations through innovative solutions. Get to Know the Role We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Senior Tech Governance Specialist to join our team. You will be reporting to the Head of Governance, and you will work with the Tech and Engineering Teams and other Governance, Risk and Compliance functions. You will lead Grab Tech's proactive governance initiatives — ensuring compliance, scalable control design, and cross-functional alignment. This role is based onsite in our Singapore One North office. The Critical Tasks You Will Perform Develop and maintain our Technology Governance Framework, including policies, standards, and guidelines. Perform assessment of technology risks including AI-specific risks and defining controls to mitigate these risks. Define product specifications for controls that need to be implemented into systems and work with Tech Teams to systematically enforce controls Monitor and report on the effectiveness of governance controls and risk mitigation strategies. Integrate AI governance into existing governance, risk and compliance processes and tooling. Use AI-driven tools to automate governance operations, including automated compliance checks, controls monitoring, policy drafting, and automated evidence collection Be the control owner for technology controls and will be the main audit subjects for SOX audits and regulatory inspections Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations, legal requirements, and internal policies. Collaborate with multiple departments to integrate governance best practices into all technology projects and operations. Provide guidance and training on technology governance to staff across the organisation. Be an internal thought leader on the latest technology trends, AI ethics, and regulatory changes to future-proof our governance posture. What Essential Skills You Will Need Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Risk Management or related field. Minimum 5-6 years of relevant experience in IT governance, risk management, or compliance roles. Experience with IT governance and control frameworks such as COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001, NIST, or similar Experience with managing audits, control reviews, remediation tracking, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement Experience in regulated industries such as financial services Experience working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment where autonomy and self-decision making is needed (to an extent) and able to juggle between different projects/tasks. Life at Grab We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer: We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance. With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations. Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave , and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges. Balancing personal commitments and life's demands are made easier with our FlexWork arrangements such as differentiated hours What We Stand For at Grab We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique. About Grab and Our Workplace Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.