Strategy & Consulting - CFO&EV - Principal Director - Risk & Compliance Consulting

Accenture Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the Riyadh region seeks an experienced professional with over 12 years in risk and compliance consulting. Candidates should have a profound understanding of operational risk frameworks, regulatory compliance, and familiarity with AI applications. This position offers a dynamic work environment, with opportunities for career progression and advanced technology access.

Benefits

Transparent and fast career progression

Flexible work arrangements

Competitive rewards

Access to state-of-the-art technology

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in risk and compliance consulting, preferably from a Tier 1 consultancy.
• Technical expertise in operational risk frameworks and familiarity with AI/ML applications.

Skills

Operational risk frameworks

Regulatory compliance

Deep problem-solving

Arabic language

Education

Advanced degree in a relevant field

Tools

GRC, analytics, and visualization tools

Job description

Technical Expertise

• Deep knowledge of operational risk frameworks (e.g., RCSA, KRI, ICAAP, risk appetite)
• Operational resilience domains (e.g., scenario testing, impact tolerance, business services)
• Regulatory compliance (AML, conduct risk, data privacy)
• Proficiency with GRC, analytics, and visualization tools
• Familiarity with AI / ML applications and associated risk governance.
• Arabic language is a plus

Key Attributes

• Strategic thinker and credible influencer at the executive level
• Deep problem-solver with a technology-forward mindset
• Able to lead cross-functional teams and deliver in complex stakeholder environments
• Entrepreneurial in approach, with a drive to build the practice and IP portfolio

Why join us?

• We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues
• You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools
• Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards
• You will have access to state-of-the-art technology that will give you the opportunity to deepen your existing skills even as you help create the latest business trends
• You will also have opportunities to make a difference to the communities in which we work and live

Next Steps

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Candidates should have 12+ years of experience in risk and compliance consulting, preferably from a Tier 1 consultancy, along with an advanced degree in a relevant field.

Technical expertise in operational risk frameworks and familiarity with AI / ML applications are essential.