Requirements
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or Risk Management, with 6-8 years of relevant 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. Key skills include a strong understanding of GRC frameworks, public sector regulations, excellent stakeholder management, analytical and report-writing abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Accounting & Audit
Company Industry
Audit & Accountancy
Key responsibilities
Client delivery & project management
Lead 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 advisory
Design 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 focus
Support 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 & development
Supervise 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 support
Support 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 & experience
Education
Bachelor’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.
Experience
6–8 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 & competencies
Strong 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 requirements
English: Fluent (written and spoken).
Arabic: Strongly preferred due to public sector client interactions.
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