Assistant Manager Public Sector | ERS (GRC)

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📍 Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesFull-timeOn-site
📅 Posted: 2w ago🔄 Updated: 2w ago
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The Assistant Manager, Public Sector (GRC) will lead and deliver GRC engagements, including internal audits, for public sector and government entities. Responsibilities include managing project execution, client liaison, and preparing deliverables. The role involves designing governance frameworks, supporting ERM initiatives, conducting control reviews, and assisting with compliance assessments against local and international standards. A strong focus on public sector transformation and UAE/GCC regulations is required. The position also entails team leadership, coaching junior members, and contributing to business development efforts such as proposal writing and identifying opportunities within public sector accounts.
Required Skills
Engineering, Construction & Trades
Risk Assessment
Finance, Legal & Governance
HR ComplianceInternal AuditIT GovernanceBusiness Continuity
Other
ISO 31000risk appetite frameworks
Business, Sales & Management
Risk Management
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field, with 6-8 years of experience in GRC, risk advisory, internal audit, or consulting. Prior experience with public sector or government entities and in a professional services environment is strongly preferred. Must have strong understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks, excellent stakeholder management, communication, analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills, leadership mindset, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Arabic language is strongly preferred.
Description
Job DescriptionKey ResponsibilitiesClient Delivery & Project ManagementLead and deliver GRC including internal audit engagements for public sector and government-related entities.Manage day-to-day project execution, including planning, fieldwork, quality reviews, and reporting.Act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outputs.Prepare and review project deliverables, reports, presentations, and executive summaries.Governance & Risk AdvisoryDesign and assess governance frameworks, policies, and operating models aligned with leading practices.Support enterprise risk management (ERM) initiatives, including risk assessments, risk registers, and risk appetite frameworks.Conduct internal control reviews and support Internal Audit-related advisory engagements.Assist clients with compliance assessments against local regulations, government mandates, and international standards (e.g., ADAA, IIA, COSO, etc).Public Sector & Regulatory FocusSupport public sector transformation initiatives related to governance maturity, accountability, and transparency.Interpret and apply UAE / GCC government regulations, laws, and compliance requirements.Assist in developing frameworks related to ethics, compliance, delegation of authority, and performance monitoring.Team Leadership & DevelopmentSupervise and coach associates and senior associates on project execution and professional development.Review work prepared by junior team members to ensure accuracy and quality.Support resource planning and workload management across engagements.Business Development & Firm SupportSupport proposal development, including drafting methodologies, work plans, and pricing inputs.Contribute to thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and internal capability development.Assist senior leadership in identifying opportunities within public sector accounts.Qualifications & ExperienceEducationBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.Professional Certifications (Preferred)CIA, CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.ISO certifications (e.g., ISO 31000, ISO 22301, ISO 27001) are an advantage.Experience6–8 years of relevant experience in GRC, risk advisory, internal audit, or consulting.Prior experience working with public sector or government entities is strongly preferred.Experience in a professional services / Big-4 / advisory environment is highly desirable.Key Skills & CompetenciesStrong understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.Knowledge of public sector operating models and regulatory environments.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Strong analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills.Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.Leadership mindset with the ability to mentor junior team members.Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).Language RequirementsEnglish: Fluent (written and spoken).Arabic: Strongly preferred due to public sector client interactions.For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button below.
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