Assistant Manager – Public Sector | Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)

KPMG Lower Gulf Limited; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UAE seeks a professional to lead GRC engagements for government-related entities, ensuring high-quality outputs and project delivery. Candidates should possess a relevant degree and 6-8 years of experience in governance and compliance, with certifications like CIA or CPA being preferred. The role involves designing governance frameworks, managing projects, and coaching junior staff. Opportunities for business development within the public sector are also part of this engagement.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of relevant experience in governance, risk and compliance.
• Professional certifications like CIA, CISA, or CPA are preferred.
• Experience in public sector engagements is desired.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver GRC engagements for public sector entities.
• Design and assess governance frameworks and operating models.
• Supervise and coach junior team members on project execution.

Skills

Governance frameworks

Enterprise risk management

Client engagement

Project management

Compliance assessments

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management

Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent)

Tools

ISO 31000

ISO 22301

ISO 27001

Job description

Job Description

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