Manager – Governance, Risk & Compliance Services (Financial Services)

About the role

We are seeking a high‑performing Manager – Governance, Risk & Compliance Services to join our Financial Services solution team. The role will lead complex engagements across Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance and Risk Advisory for banks, insurance firms, investment houses and fintech companies.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver multiple client engagements, managing timelines, budgets, quality standards and resource planning.
• Ensure compliance with internal risk management, client acceptance and continuation procedures across audit, ICOFR, ERM and governance projects.
• Maintain deep knowledge of UAE and regional regulatory frameworks (CBUAE, DFSA, ADGM, IFRS, Basel) and provide technical guidance to teams and clients.
• Drive business development by preparing proposals, pricing discussions and client presentations, and identify cross‑selling opportunities.
• Champion digital transformation, standardisation of workpapers, automation and analytics to improve service delivery.
• Mentor and develop junior staff, conduct performance reviews and allocate resources efficiently.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Internal Auditing, Management Accounting or equivalent.
• Professional certification (CIA, CA, ACCA, CISA, CFE, CRMA, BCM, CCGP) – mandatory or in advanced stage.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance or Internal Audit QA, preferably within consulting or financial institutions.
• Minimum 2+ years in a managerial capacity with proven ability to manage several engagements concurrently.
• Strong exposure to Financial Services regulatory environment and commercial awareness of engagement economics.

Required skills

• Internal Audit
• ICOFR (Internal Controls over Financial Reporting)
• Enterprise Risk Management
• Corporate Governance
• Internal Audit Quality Assurance
• Microsoft Office Suite (advanced)
• Analytics
• Digital Transformation
• Automation