Manager - Risk Advisory

athGADLANG; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading advisory firm is seeking an Internal Audit / Risk Advisory Manager in the UAE. The role involves leading audit engagements, advising on risk management, and preparing reports for senior stakeholders. Candidates should have 6–8 years of experience from a reputable firm and hold CA/ACCA certification. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in Internal Audit / Risk Advisory, ideally from a Big 4 or Top 10 audit/advisory firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of internal audit methodologies, risk management, and internal controls.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver internal audit and risk advisory engagements.
• Manage internal audit, risk management, governance, and internal controls assignments.
• Prepare and present reports to senior client stakeholders.

Skills

Internal Audit methodologies

Risk management

Analytical skills

Report writing

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Education

CA/ACCA

Job description

We are looking for a qualified Internal Audit / Risk Advisory Manager with 6–8 years of experience from a Big 4 or Top 10 audit/advisory firm. The successful candidate will lead and deliver internal audit and risk advisory engagements, provide strategic risk management advice, and contribute to the development of our practice in the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and manage internal audit, risk management, governance, and internal controls assignments across a variety of sectors.
• Design risk-based audit plans and strategies that address key business risks and regulatory requirements.
• Identify control weaknesses and provide practical, value-adding recommendations to clients.
• Lead and mentor teams in delivering high-quality audit and advisory projects on time and within budget.
• Prepare and present reports to senior client stakeholders and boards/audit committees as required.
• Support clients in enhancing risk management frameworks, policies, and internal control systems.
• Stay up to date on emerging risks, regulatory changes, and industry best practices.
• Contribute to proposal development, client presentations, and practice growth initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support business retention and expansion.

Candidate Profile & Qualifications

• CA/ ACCA.
• 6–8 years of experience in Internal Audit / Risk Advisory, ideally from a Big 4 or Top 10 audit/advisory firm.
• Strong technical knowledge of internal audit methodologies (e.g., IPPF, COSO, ISO 31000), risk management, and internal controls.
• Experience managing audit teams and client relationships.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Strong communication and presentation abilities, with fluency in English (Arabic is a plus).
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet tight deadlines.
• Familiarity with UAE regulatory environment and business practices is an advantage.