Senior Associate/Consultant in Technical Advisory - ERS (GRC - ENR)

Role Overview

Senior Associate/Consultant in Technical Advisory – Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) with Energy and Natural Resources focus at KPMG in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Company Overview

KPMG is one of the leading Big 4 professional services firms. The Advisory – Governance, Risk and Compliance team delivers unrivaled opportunities for personal and professional development as a global leader in the sector.

Role Purpose

Contribute to risk-based internal audit, corporate governance, internal control review, policies and procedures development, risk management, and enterprise risk management for clients in the Energy and Natural Resources, Manufacturing, and Utilities sectors.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Assessment & Strategy

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments and analyses for clients in Energy and Natural Resources, Manufacturing, and Utilities.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies tailored to meet specific client needs.
• Conduct market research to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in risk management.

Governance & Compliance

• Provide advisory services on regulatory compliance, governance, and internal controls within the Energy and Natural Resources sector.
• Conduct internal audit and ISO-based audits covering different technical areas.

Client Engagement & Delivery

• Engage with clients to understand their business objectives and tailor consulting services to address their unique challenges.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions and insights to clients.
• Assist in the preparation of client presentations and reports, communicating complex risk concepts in a clear and concise manner.

Project & Business Development

• Manage multiple projects, demonstrating strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Work on proposals and support leadership for business development.
• Travel on client engagements and work flexible hours as required.

Technical Proficiency

• Work with databases and all applications of the Microsoft suite.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Electrical, Chemical, Mechanical, or Petroleum preferred) plus a Master's degree with relevant certifications.
• Minimum 4+ years of experience in consulting, preferably with a Big 4 firm.
• Good understanding of the Energy and Natural Resources, Manufacturing, and Utilities sectors.
• Knowledge of technical areas including Operations, Maintenance, HSE, Asset Management, Risk Management, Policies, Procedures, Strategy, Market Research, and ISO Standards.

Skills & Competencies

• Great presentation and data analytics skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex risk concepts clearly and concisely.

Additional Information

• Employment Type: Full Time
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Willingness to travel on client engagements and work flexible hours required