Risk Consulting - Manager - FS Regulatory Compliance Review

Role Summary:

As a Manager in the Financial Services/Internal Audit & Regulatory Compliance team, you will lead risk-based audits, regulatory compliance reviews, and governance assessments for financial institutions across the MENA region. You will help clients align with evolving regulatory expectations (e.g., CBUAE, SAMA, CBE) and strengthen their control environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead internal audit and compliance engagements for banks, insurers, and fintechs across MENA.
• Conduct regulatory gap assessments (e.g., AML/KYC, Basel III, IFRS 9, FATCA/CRS).
• Develop audit plans, risk control matrices, and testing strategies tailored to local regulatory frameworks.
• Present findings and recommendations to CXOs and audit committees.
• Support regulatory remediation programs and enterprise risk transformation initiatives.
• Mentor junior consultants and contribute to proposals, thought leadership, and regional campaigns.

Qualifications:

• CA/CPA/CIA or equivalent with 7 - 10 years of experience in internal audit or regulatory compliance.
• Strong understanding of MENA financial regulations and supervisory expectations.
• Experience with risk-based audit methodologies and GRC tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management and report writing skills.
• A valid passport for travel.

Skills and attributes for success

• Exceptional command on spoken and written English
• Globally mobile and flexible to travel to onsite locations at a short notice
• Highly analytical, organised and meticulous consulting skills
• Demonstrating and applying strong project management skills, inspiring teamwork and responsibility with engagement team members
• Ability to multi-task, work well under pressure with commitment to deliver under tight deadline
• Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize effectively
• Attention to detail and quality assurance
• Proficient in MS-Office Suite, data analysis & validation