Manager – ERS (GRC - Financial Services)
On-site · Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Job Summary
The role of Manager – Governance, Risk & Compliance Services involves leading complex client engagements across Internal Audit, ICOFR, ERM, Corporate Governance, and Risk Advisory in the Financial Services sector. Responsibilities include delivering engagements within timelines and budgets, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards, and providing technical guidance to teams. The position demands strong business development capabilities, client relationship management, and innovation in service delivery methodologies. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree and relevant professional certifications alongside significant experience in the financial services industry.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accountancy, Internal Auditing, Management Accounting or equivalent
- Professional certifications such as CIA / CA / ACCA / CISA / CFE / CRMA / BCM / CCGP (mandatory or in advanced stage of completion)
- 8–10 years of relevant experience in Internal Audit, ICOFR, Enterprise Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Internal Audit Quality Assurance ideally within consulting firms or Financial Services institutions
- Minimum 2+ years of experience in a managerial capacity
Desired Qualifications
- Strong exposure to Financial Services regulatory environment
- Proven experience managing multiple engagements (3–5 concurrently)
- Strong commercial awareness and engagement economics management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic is a strong advantage)
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Strong analytical mindset with the ability to provide practical, risk-based solutions
- Demonstrated leadership, stakeholder management and client-facing skills
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