270 Risk Management Consultant jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Job Opportunity:

Risk Management Consultant

As a Risk Management Consultant, you will play a key role in helping our clients anticipate and manage uncertainty. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored services that build trust and confidence through transparency, clarity, and consistency.

With a strong focus on innovation and quality, we are looking for professionals who are passionate about creating value and driving business growth. Our clients look to us for advice and services they can trust every time, and we need experienced individuals like you to help us meet their expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

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• Assist EY partners and other executives in managing key aspects of client engagements at a tactical level.
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• Work as a key member of the engagement teams, drawing on your knowledge and experience to solve complex issues for clients.
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• Support the local Partner(s) and senior executives in sustaining client relationships and building relationships with internal clients.
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Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you must have:

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• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related discipline.
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• At least 7 years of relevant experience working as an IT risk consultant or auditor, preferably with a public accounting firm, professional services firm, technology company, telecom company, or financial services company.
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• Relevant experience areas include IT risk assessment and management, digital trust, mobile technology assessments, emerging technologies (Robotics, IoT, Cloud, Blockchain), ERP control validations, systems and networking technologies, IT/business process and internal control assessments, internal audit engagements, external audit integration, application of data analytics and/or third-party reporting.
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• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills at a professional level.
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• Strong verbal and written communication, with out-of-the-box thinking abilities.
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• Proficient in MS Office products (Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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Ideally, you will also have:

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• Certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CISM, and/or CIA.
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• Experience working in a similar role with an international consulting firm.
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• Operational expertise in working and institutionalizing best practices and processes.
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Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation package based on performance and recognition of individual contributions. Additionally, we provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, success defined by each individual, transformative leadership, and a diverse and inclusive culture.

What We Offer:

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• Long-term career growth within a global firm operating in almost all countries of the world.
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• Continuous learning and development opportunities to enhance your mindset and skills.
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• Flexibility to make a meaningful impact in your own way.
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• Transformative leadership opportunities to develop your skills and confidence.
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• A diverse and inclusive culture embracing individuality and empowering others to find their voice.
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Required Experience: Manager - Risk Consulting

The Program Manager within the MENA 3P

Join to apply for the Senior Consultant-Financial Risk Management role at KPMG Lower Gulf.

As a Senior Consultant within the Financial Risk Management ("FRM") Team, your role involves developing and implementing risk solutions for financial institutions with a focus on market risk.

• Execute multiple FRM projects, ensuring all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time.
• Stay current on new developments in risk advisory services capabilities and financial industry knowledge.

• Thorough understanding of Market Risk.
• Experience in Quantitative Analytics, Market Risk Models including VaR, FRTB, IRRBB, CVA.
• Good understanding of Spot and Derivative markets operations across various asset classes; risk management and valuation aspects.
• Prior experience in financial modeling, risk model development, and validation.
• Knowledge of local and international regulatory requirements, including Basel and CBUAE guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with client-facing experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, work ethic, and leadership by example.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or related fields.
• 4+ years of financial risk management or quantitative analysis experience within financial institutions or consultancy firms.
• Professional certifications like FRM, PRM, CFA are preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong numerical and financial modeling skills; experience with analytical and risk management tools (e.g., Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, Calypso, Murex).

• A professional environment with challenges and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Ongoing training and career progression support.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industry: Accounting

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Join to apply for the Senior Consultant-Financial Risk Management role at KPMG Lower Gulf.

As a Senior Consultant within the Financial Risk Management ("FRM") Team, your role involves developing and implementing risk solutions for financial institutions with a focus on market risk.

• Execute multiple FRM projects, ensuring all engagements are planned and delivered within budget and on time.
• Stay current on new developments in risk advisory services capabilities and financial industry knowledge.

• Thorough understanding of Market Risk.
• Experience in Quantitative Analytics, Market Risk Models including VaR, FRTB, IRRBB, CVA.
• Good understanding of Spot and Derivative markets operations across various asset classes; risk management and valuation aspects.
• Prior experience in financial modeling, risk model development, and validation.
• Knowledge of local and international regulatory requirements, including Basel and CBUAE guidelines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with client-facing experience.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.
• Demonstrate integrity, values, principles, work ethic, and leadership by example.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Financial Engineering, Economics, Applied Mathematics, or related fields.
• 4+ years of financial risk management or quantitative analysis experience within financial institutions or consultancy firms.
• Professional certifications like FRM, PRM, CFA are preferred but not mandatory.
• Strong numerical and financial modeling skills; experience with analytical and risk management tools (e.g., Python, R, SAS, MATLAB, Calypso, Murex).

• A professional environment with challenges and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Ongoing training and career progression support.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industry: Accounting

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Knowledge Building & Thought Leadership

Stay updated on emerging eGRC technologies and regulatory requirements in the UAE.

Contribute to the development of internal frameworks, accelerators, and best practice guides.

Represent the firm in industry forums and contribute to whitepapers or knowledge sessions.

AOR (Any Other Responsibilities)

Any other responsibilities as required by the Line Manager

Job Specifications

Skills / Certifications (Technical & Non-Technical)

ISO 27000 LI or LA; ISO 27701 LI, CISM, CISA, CRISC,CISS.

Other industry certifications are a plus, such as; CCP; CEH; GCIH, OT certifications and similar.

Certification in leading eGRC and IRM platforms e.g.

Archer, ServiceNow

Minimum Work Experience

7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, risk management, or technology consulting.

Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience implementing eGRC / IRM platforms.

Strong exposure to GRC use cases such as risk register, policy management, issue management, control testing, vulnerability risk management, and compliance automation.

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Security, Engineering, or a related field.

Professional certifications preferred : CISM, CISSP, CRISC, CISA, ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, Archer Certified Admin, ServiceNow CSA / IRM or equivalent.

KPMG Lower Gulf Limited

Overview

Job Description

assist the F-QPLP / F-RMP (Functional Quality and Performance Lead Partner / Functional – Risk Management Partner) (and their Delegate) with day-to-day Advisory quality and risk management initiatives, and support in driving a culture of quality, compliance, ethics, integrity; and

lead the quality and risk management procedures for large transformation projects that exceed a certain threshold within the Advisory service line.

The candidate possesses optimal technical and practical knowledge, experience, and insight into the global and local quality and risk management policies and procedures, which include core principles defined in the Global Quality and Risk Management (GQ&RM) Manual, and other risk management and compliance-related requirements defined by the regulators that apply to KPMG LG.

Key Responsibilities

Quality and Risk Management

Assist the F-QPLP / F-RMP (and their Delegate) in executing day-to-day quality and risk management initiatives across the Advisory service line.

Lead risk management processes for large transformation projects exceeding specified thresholds, ensuring compliance with global and local policies.

Promote a culture of quality, compliance, ethics, and integrity throughout the organization.

Policy and Compliance

Maintain a deep understanding of the Quality and Risk Management related issues including local regulatory requirements.

Develop, update, and ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and guidelines related to quality and risk management.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation

Identify, evaluate, and address potential risks associated with large projects, providing proactive solutions to maintain compliance.

Escalate any breaches of risk policies and recommend corrective actions in collaboration with F-QPLP / F-RMP (and their Delegate).

Reporting, Communication, and Stakeholder Management

Prepare ad-hoc risk reports and presentations for the F-QPLP / F-RMP (and their Delegate) and management, as required.

Address system issues in collaboration with global teams and undertake administrative reporting.

Coordinate departmental meetings and presentations.

Continuous Improvement

Identify and implement opportunities to streamline risk management processes, driving efficiencies for client-facing teams.

Qualifications / Experience

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field

Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, etc.) or professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CFE, ACAMS) is considered an advantage.

Minimum 6-7 years of experience at a Big 4 or other reputable professional services firm,multinational organization, or financial institution in risk management, internal audit, compliance, or related field.

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of global and local quality and risk management policies and procedures.

Ability to deliver solution-focused advice and provide practical business solutions

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and relevant software

Technical IT skills to operate risk management platforms and tools

For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below.

Overview

• assist the F-QPLP/ F-RMP (Functional Quality and Performance Lead Partner / Functional – Risk Management Partner) (and their Delegate) with day-to-day Advisory quality and risk management initiatives, and support in driving a culture of quality, compliance, ethics, integrity; and
• lead the quality and risk management procedures for large transformation projects that exceed a certain threshold within the Advisory service line.

The candidate possesses optimal technical and practical knowledge, experience, and insight into the global and local quality and risk management policies and procedures, which include core principles defined in the Global Quality and Risk Management (GQ&RM) Manual, and other risk management and compliance-related requirements defined by the regulators that apply to KPMG LG.

Key Responsibilities:

• Quality and Risk Management
  • Assist the F-QPLP/F-RMP (and their Delegate) in executing day-to-day quality and risk management initiatives across the Advisory service line.
  • Lead risk management processes for large transformation projects exceeding specified thresholds, ensuring compliance with global and local policies.
  • Promote a culture of quality, compliance, ethics, and integrity throughout the organization.
    
• Policy and Compliance
  • Maintain a deep understanding of the Quality and Risk Management related issues including local regulatory requirements.
  • Develop, update, and ensure adherence to internal policies, procedures, and guidelines related to quality and risk management.
    
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation
  • Identify, evaluate, and address potential risks associated with large projects, providing proactive solutions to maintain compliance.
  • Escalate any breaches of risk policies and recommend corrective actions in collaboration with F-QPLP/F-RMP (and their Delegate).
    
• Reporting, Communication, and Stakeholder Management
  • Prepare ad-hoc risk reports and presentations for the F-QPLP/ F-RMP (and their Delegate) and management, as required.
  • Address system issues in collaboration with global teams and undertake administrative reporting.
  • Coordinate departmental meetings and presentations.
    
• Continuous Improvement
  • Identify and implement opportunities to streamline risk management processes, driving efficiencies for client-facing teams.

Qualifications/ Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related field
• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA, etc.) or professional certification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CFE, ACAMS) is considered an advantage.
• Minimum 6-7 years of experience at a Big 4 or other reputable professional services firm,multinational organization, or financial institution in risk management, internal audit, compliance, or related field.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of global and local quality and risk management policies and procedures.
• Ability to deliver solution-focused advice and provide practical business solutions
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and relevant software
• Technical IT skills to operate risk management platforms and tools

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide consultation and assessments for cyber security solutions.
• Deploy Microsoft security products.
• Offer support for cyber security products and incidents.
• Collaborate with OEMs/partners for consistency and issue resolution.
• Work with sales/practice teams to support business growth.
• Conduct proof of concept (POC) and demonstrations for security solutions.
• Create project documentation including high-level design, low-level design, root cause analysis, and incident reports.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Microsoft Security:
• Expertise in deployment and troubleshooting of Entra ID/Azure AD, Defender for Endpoint, O365, Cloud Apps, Identity, Intune, Microsoft Sentinel.
• Broad knowledge across cyber security technologies/products:
• Email security, web security, endpoint security, MDM, IDAM, PAM, WAF, data classification, DLP.
• Operating systems: Microsoft, Unix, Linux.
• Basic scripting knowledge: PowerShell, Python.
• Familiarity with SIEM platforms and related tools.
• Cloud security experience: Azure, AWS.

Benefits:

• Strong communication skills.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Effective coordination and collaboration skills.

The underwriting team seeks an ambitious UAE National to fill the role of Trainee Underwriter. This dynamic position will be responsible for assisting in assessing and evaluating risks for individual and group health insurance policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the underwriting team by analyzing and evaluating risks for potential clients, determining coverage needs and premium costs.
• Collaborate with senior underwriters to gain a deep understanding of underwriting principles and practices.
• Prepare and review underwriting documentation and reports to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain accurate records and databases to support the underwriting team.
• Communicate effectively with clients, brokers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary information for risk assessment.
• Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance underwriting knowledge and skills.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and industry standards.

To be successful in this role, applicants must possess:

• A strong analytical mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.

In return for your dedication and expertise, we offer:

• Comprehensive training and development programs.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within our organization.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Exposure to a global healthcare service organization.