Manager, Governance, Controls & Risk Management

Job description / Role

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Audit Committee Related Role:
• Fully responsible for creating and delivering the reports including presentations to the Audit Committee
• Supporting the FD & the Leadership Team in responding and improving the governance, risk & control deficiencies across the group
• Providing guidance to the board of directors, senior management, staff, and employees on governance, risk & control related matters
• Liaising with the outsourced internal audit team, reviewing and analyzing their findings and accordingly reporting to the audit committee

Internal Controls Related Role:
• Building and amending the Internal Control Framework and related procedures, compiling & issuing Internal Control reports conclusions and recommending for the improvements
• Work closely with the Process Owners to support and maintain the identification, description and documentation of the internal control activities within the procedures
• Provide training to ensure Process Owners have adequate awareness and understanding of the Internal Control objectives

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:

• Professional qualification: ACCA/CA/CPA/CIA/FRM or any other relevant qualification
• Seven to ten (7 – 10) years’ post-qualification experience in top-tier organization (preferably quoted/listed company)
• An excellent knowledge of Internal Audit, Controls, Risk Management & Governance
• An excellent proficiency in drafting the reports & presentations to the audit committee
• Excellent project managerial and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight time-frames and simultaneously manage several projects required
• Ability to multitask and prioritize diverse tasks
• Strategic thinking and leadership experience with an emphasis on relationship management and communication at all levels within an organization
• Facilitate and coordinate multiple deadlines, create cohesive teams, and respond quickly to manage
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Frequent visits abroad, though Job is based in Dubai

The role is based in Dubai, however you will be spending circa 3 out of 4 weeks traveling. (70% travel)

About the Company

A leading internet platform in the Middle East.