Assistant Manager – Public Sector | Governance, Risk & Compliance (grc)

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Job Category: Manager
Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree
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Key Responsibilities
Client Delivery & Project Management

  • Lead and deliver GRC including internal audit engagements for public sector and government-related entities.
  • Manage day-to-day project execution, including planning, fieldwork, quality reviews, and reporting.
  • Act as a key point of contact for clients, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outputs.
  • Prepare and review project deliverables, reports, presentations, and executive summaries.
Governance & Risk Advisory
  • Design and assess governance frameworks, policies, and operating models aligned with leading practices.
  • Support enterprise risk management (ERM) initiatives, including risk assessments, risk registers, and risk appetite frameworks.
  • Conduct internal control reviews and support Internal Audit-related advisory engagements.
  • Assist clients with compliance assessments against local regulations, government mandates, and international standards (e.g., ADAA, IIA, COSO, etc).
Public Sector & Regulatory Focus
  • Support public sector transformation initiatives related to governance maturity, accountability, and transparency.
  • Interpret and apply UAE / GCC government regulations, laws, and compliance requirements.
  • Assist in developing frameworks related to ethics, compliance, delegation of authority, and performance monitoring.
Team Leadership & Development
  • Supervise and coach associates and senior associates on project execution and professional development.
  • Review work prepared by junior team members to ensure accuracy and quality.
  • Support resource planning and workload management across engagements.
Business Development & Firm Support
  • Support proposal development, including drafting methodologies, work plans, and pricing inputs.
  • Contribute to thought leadership, knowledge sharing, and internal capability development.
  • Assist senior leadership in identifying opportunities within public sector accounts.
Qualifications & Experience
Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field.
  • Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.
Professional Certifications (Preferred)
  • CIA, CISA, CRISC, CGEIT, CPA, ACCA, or equivalent.
  • ISO certifications (e.g., ISO 31000, ISO 22301, ISO 27001) are an advantage.
Experience
  • 6-8 years of relevant experience in GRC, risk advisory, internal audit, or consulting.
  • Prior experience working with public sector or government entities is strongly preferred.
  • Experience in a professional services / Big-4 / advisory environment is highly desirable.
Key Skills & Competencies
  • Strong understanding of governance, risk management, and compliance frameworks.
  • Knowledge of public sector operating models and regulatory environments.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, report-writing, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
  • Leadership mindset with the ability to mentor junior team members.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
Language Requirements
  • English: Fluent (written and spoken).
  • Arabic: Strongly preferred due to public sector client interactions.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2249740
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
  • Education
    Not mentioned