Assistant Director

Kaizen Firm; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Doha is seeking an experienced Risk Management Consultant. The role involves managing client engagements, leading a team of consultants, and developing strong client relationships. Ideal candidates should have 10+ years of experience in risk management consulting, preferably in the GCC. Professional certifications are a plus. This position offers opportunities for business development and career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in risk management consulting.
• Professional certification such as PRM, FRM, CPA, CFA, CIA preferred.
• Experience working on large risk management projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop the market and generate business.
• Lead and manage a team of risk consultants.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Skills

Risk management expertise

Business development skills

Client relationship management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting

MBA or relevant post-graduate qualifications

Tools

Risk management frameworks

Risk analysis tools

Job description

Overview

Role Overview: Manages one or more client engagements or components of large-scale engagements of moderate complexity. Provides technical knowledge, coaching and training to junior team members. Ensures effective engagement management by achieving the required realization, revenue and profitability targets. May participate in day-to-day management of team on engagements including coaching, providing constructive feedback and performance development. This role also has an increased focus on business development and building networks.

Primary Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Develop the market and generate business.
• Be part of setting the business strategy with the director and the partner.
• Lead and manage a team of risk consultants to deliver exceptional client service and value.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, understand their business needs, and provide tailored risk management solutions to meet their objectives.
• Lead the development and implementation of risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Lead the development of risk appetites, risk assessments and risk mitigation plans.
• Developed risk management dashboards.
• Support in providing risk management solutions to clients.
• Work on other services such as governance, internal control, internal audit and compliance.
• Contribute to business development efforts.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, regulations, and emerging risks to provide thought leadership and insights to clients and the firm.

Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or related field. MBA or relevant post-graduate qualifications are a plus.
• Professional certification such as PRM, FRM, CPA, CFA, CIA, or relevant industry certifications preferred. ISO 31000 is a plus.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in risk management consulting, preferably within a Big 4 or similar professional services firm.
• Worked on large risk management projects, preferably in the GCC and across several industries, mainly government and public sector.
• Worked on other consulting projects such as policies and procedures, internal control, governance and compliance.