Public Sector GRC Assistant Manager

KPMG Fakhro; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UAE seeks an experienced professional for Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) roles involving internal audit engagements for government entities. The ideal candidate will have 6–8 years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to prepare high-quality deliverables. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with professional certifications. Fluency in English and preferably Arabic is required, as client interactions will be significant.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver GRC including internal audit engagements for public sector entities.
• Manage project execution, including planning, fieldwork, quality reviews, and reporting.
• Act as a key contact for clients, ensuring timely delivery and quality outputs.
• Prepare and review project deliverables and executive summaries.
• Design and assess governance frameworks and policies.

Skills

Governance frameworks

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Report writing

Leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field

Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent)

Job description

A leading consulting firm in the UAE seeks an experienced professional for Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) roles involving internal audit engagements for government entities. The ideal candidate will have 6–8 years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to prepare high-quality deliverables. Preferred qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, along with professional certifications. Fluency in English and preferably Arabic is required, as client interactions will be significant.