Senior Consultant – Governance & Risk Advisory Services
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Consultant – Governance & Risk Advisory Services to join our growing advisory practice. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering governance, risk management, internal audit, compliance, and internal control engagements across a diverse portfolio of clients.
This position is ideal for an Arabic-speaking professional with strong experience in risk advisory and internal audit who is looking to advance their career within a leading advisory environment.
Key Responsibilities
Internal Audit Services
- Plan, execute, and manage internal audit engagements across various industries.
- Conduct risk-based internal audits in accordance with professional standards and best practices.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
- Prepare internal audit reports, findings, and recommendations for management and audit committees.
- Follow up on implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
Governance & Risk Advisory
- Assist clients in establishing and enhancing governance frameworks.
- Perform enterprise risk management (ERM) assessments and risk reviews.
- Facilitate risk identification workshops and risk register development.
- Assess organizational policies, procedures, and control environments.
- Support the design and implementation of risk management frameworks.
Compliance & Internal Controls
- Review and assess compliance with regulatory requirements and corporate policies.
- Conduct internal control reviews and gap assessments.
- Support clients in strengthening control frameworks and compliance programs.
- Assist with governance, compliance, and control-related advisory assignments.
Client Engagement & Project Management
- Manage multiple engagements simultaneously while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
- Build strong relationships with clients and act as a trusted advisor.
- Prepare proposals, presentations, and client deliverables.
- Support business development initiatives and contribute to practice growth.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification is mandatory.
- 4–6 years of relevant experience in Governance, Risk Advisory, Internal Audit, or Internal Controls.
- Experience gained within a consulting firm, professional services firm, or a reputable internal audit function.
- Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, internal controls, governance principles, and audit methodologies.
- Excellent report writing and analytical skills.
- Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
Preferred Requirements
- Currently based in Qatar or elsewhere within the GCC/MENA region.
- Additional professional certifications such as CRMA, CISA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, or equivalent will be considered an advantage.
- Experience serving clients across multiple sectors, including government, family businesses, financial services, energy, construction, or diversified groups.
Key Competencies
- Internal Audit Execution
- Risk Assessment and Risk Management
- Governance Frameworks
- Internal Controls Evaluation
- Compliance Reviews
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Report Writing and Presentation Skills
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- Professional Ethics and Integrity
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work on high-profile governance and risk advisory engagements.
- Exposure to diverse industries and leading organizations.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
- Professional development and career progression opportunities.
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV highlighting their internal audit, governance, and risk advisory experience, together with details of their CIA qualification and relevant professional achievements.
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