Manager – ERS (GRC - Financial Services)

About the role

KPMG Lower Gulf is looking for a Manager – Governance, Risk & Compliance Services to join its Financial Services solution team. The role leads complex engagements covering Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance and Risk Advisory for banks, insurers, investment firms and fintechs.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage several complex client engagements at once, within agreed timelines, budget and quality standards, and take full accountability for planning, execution, review and reporting.
• Oversee engagement economics, including budgeting, billing, margin monitoring and resource planning, and review and sign off key deliverables before Partner review.
• Act as primary point of contact for client senior management.
• Ensure compliance with KPMG's risk management, client acceptance and continuance procedures, and oversee engagement procedures for Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM and Corporate Governance, including Internal Audit Quality Assurance Reviews.
• Maintain knowledge of Financial Services regulations (CBUAE, DFSA, ADGM, IFRS, Basel) and lead knowledge sharing on regulatory developments and emerging risks.
• Support business development: lead proposals, technical write-ups, pricing discussions and client presentations, identify cross-selling opportunities and build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Drive innovation through digital transformation, standardised workpapers, automation and analytics, and contribute to new service offerings.
• Lead, mentor and develop Assistant Managers, Seniors and Associates, conduct performance reviews, allocate resources and foster collaboration.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Internal Auditing, Management Accounting or equivalent.
• Professional certification 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 Internal Audit QA, preferably in consulting or financial services.
• At least 2 years in a managerial capacity, proven experience managing 3-5 engagements at once, and strong exposure to Financial Services regulation.
• Excellent written and verbal English (Arabic is a strong advantage).

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical mindset, commercial awareness and engagement economics management.
• Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder management and client-facing skills.