Public Sector GRC Lead — Internal Audit & Compliance

KPMG Lower Gulf Limited; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager. This role entails leading GRC engagements, managing client relationships, and guiding teams in project execution. The ideal candidate will have 6–8 years of relevant experience, strong leadership capabilities, and familiarity with public sector requirements. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is essential, while a Master's degree and professional certifications are advantageous. Excellent communication skills and fluency in English are required, Arabic proficiency is preferred.

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 preferred.
• Fluency in English is mandatory, knowledge of Arabic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver GRC, including internal audit engagements for public sector entities.
• Manage project execution, including planning and quality reviews.
• Design and assess governance frameworks and policies.
• Support public sector transformation initiatives.

Skills

Governance frameworks

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

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

Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent)

Job description

A leading global professional services firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager. This role entails leading GRC engagements, managing client relationships, and guiding teams in project execution. The ideal candidate will have 6–8 years of relevant experience, strong leadership capabilities, and familiarity with public sector requirements. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is essential, while a Master's degree and professional certifications are advantageous. Excellent communication skills and fluency in English are required, Arabic proficiency is preferred.