Audit & Assurance Director: Growth, Strategy & Leadership

Grant Thornton UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Grant Thornton UAE is seeking a Director to support senior colleagues in audit strategy, manage a diverse portfolio, organise and review work, and oversee a team of Managers and Associates as a primary client contact. The role demands leadership, technical excellence, and the ability to deliver high-quality audits in fast-changing environments.

You will drive business development, cultivate enduring client relationships, and shape strategic initiatives while upholding the firm’s standards of

Responsibilities

• Working strategically with the leadership team to drive the growth of the business
• Developing a high-profile market presence amongst the Public Sector and promote Grant Thornton’s brand
• Working towards RI status and signing off audits
• Managing the day to day of the team and portfolio, on behalf of the Partner
• Developing a strong internal and external network to support business development
• Taking responsibility for managing a key client portfolio while building and maintaining good working relationships with all colleagues and clients
• Taking the lead on dealing with the Public Sector Clients
• Agreeing/Negotiating clients fees per engagement as appropriate

Skills

Leadership

Audit

Business development

Stakeholder mgmt

People mgmt

Job description

Grant Thornton UAE is seeking a Director to support senior colleagues in audit strategy, manage a diverse portfolio, organise and review work, and oversee a team of Managers and Associates as a primary client contact. The role demands leadership, technical excellence, and the ability to deliver high-quality audits in fast-changing environments.

You will drive business development, cultivate enduring client relationships, and shape strategic initiatives while upholding the firm’s standards of