Senior GRC Engagement Leader, Financial Services

KPMG Fakhro; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG Fakhro in Dubai seeks a high-performing Manager to lead Governance, Risk & Compliance Services within the Financial Services sector. You will oversee Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance and risk advisory across banks, insurers, investment firms and fintech, guiding engagements from planning to delivery.

You will mentor junior staff, manage engagement economics, build client relationships and drive innovative service offerings, while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Internal Auditing, or Management Accounting is required.
• Professional certifications such as CIA, CA, ACCA, CISA, CFE, CRMA, BCM or CCGP (mandatory or in advanced stage).
• 8–10 years of experience in Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance and IA Quality Assurance.
• Minimum 2+ years of managerial experience across engagements.
• Strong exposure to the Financial Services regulatory environment.
• Experience managing 3–5 concurrent engagements.
• Excellent written and verbal English; Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple complex client engagements in the Financial Services sector.
• Plan, execute, review and report engagements; ensure timelines, budget and quality.
• Oversee budgeting, billing, margins and resource planning for engagements.
• Review and sign off on key deliverables before Partner review.
• Act as primary contact for client senior management and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk management, client acceptance and continuance procedures.
• Provide guidance on ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance and IA QA requirements.
• Support business development and cross-selling across Advisory and other service lines.
• Lead knowledge sharing on regulatory developments and industry trends.
• Mentor and develop Assistant Managers, Seniors and Associates.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Client-facing skills

English communication

Analytical mindset

Microsoft Office

Engagement management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy/ Internal Auditing/ Management Accounting

CIA / CA / ACCA / CISA / CFE / CRMA / BCM / CCGP

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

KPMG Fakhro in Dubai seeks a high-performing Manager to lead Governance, Risk & Compliance Services within the Financial Services sector. You will oversee Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance and risk advisory across banks, insurers, investment firms and fintech, guiding engagements from planning to delivery.

You will mentor junior staff, manage engagement economics, build client relationships and drive innovative service offerings, while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.