Senior Risk Advisory Consultant

About this opportunity

Key Responsibilities *ERM and risk assessment* * Design and implement ERM frameworks, including risk registers, risk appetite statements, and escalation protocols aligned with regulatory expectations * Run risk assessments across finance, operations, procurement, and IT, and deliver risk-rated findings with practical recommendations *ICoFR and SOX* * Lead ICoFR and SOX engagements: document end-to-end processes, identify key controls, and map financial reporting risks to controls * Design test plans and perform walkthroughs, design and operating effectiveness testing, and sample-based testing * Report control deficiencies to audit committees and senior management, and track remediation to closure *Internal audit* * Plan and execute risk-based internal audits across diverse sectors * Produce clear, evidence-based reports with prioritised remediation actions * Support special reviews and forensic-style investigations where required *Financial reporting and compliance* * Advise clients on the control and governance implications of accounting policy changes under IFRS * Support remediation of financial reporting deficiencies and regulatory compliance reviews *Engagement and team management* * Manage engagement scope, budget, and timelines, and flag risks early to the Manager * Coordinate cross-functional teams of auditors, risk specialists, and subject matter experts * Supervise and coach junior staff on testing methodology, workpaper quality, and client communication *Client and business development* * Maintain strong relationships with client management and present findings to boards and audit committees alongside senior team members * Contribute to proposals and identify follow-on advisory opportunities Pay: Up to AED8,000.00 per month Location: * Dubai (Required) Work Location: In person