Grant Thornton
Senior Consultant – GRC | Regulatory Advisory
- Permanent
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 2 - 5 yrs
Job overview
Date posted
28/11/2025
Location
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Salary
AED 20,000 - 30,000 per month
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
2 - 5 yrs
Seniority
Senior & Lead
Qualification
Bachelors degree
Expiration date
12/01/2026
Job description
Delivers Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) projects for financial institutions and regulated entities, supporting clients in strengthening governance frameworks, mitigating risks, and ensuring compliance with evolving UAE regulatory expectations. Leads policy and framework reviews, conducts regulatory and risk assessments, supports Islamic finance governance engagements, prepares reports and presentations, and contributes to client meetings and business development. Mentors junior consultants and ensures high-quality deliverables while staying updated on regulatory trends.
Required skills
governance risk and compliance
regulatory advisory
prudential regulations
compliance governance
internal control assessment
risk assessments (operational, compliance, financial)
policy and procedure review
framework development
gap analysis
islamic finance governance
uae regulatory knowledge
uae central bank regulations
stakeholder communication
business development support
presentation development
project management
mentoring junior staff
report writing
analytical problem solving
Key responsibilities
- Deliver GRC projects for regulated entities across the UAE and wider region
- Review policies, procedures, and governance frameworks for regulatory compliance
- Design and implement governance structures including charters and compliance programs
- Conduct operational, compliance, and financial risk assessments
- Perform gap assessments against UAE regulatory requirements and global standards
- Support clients on Islamic finance governance and Sharia-compliant requirements
- Prepare detailed reports, risk mitigation recommendations, and client presentations
- Participate in client meetings and support proposal development
- Stay updated on UAE regulatory developments and global GRC trends
- Mentor junior consultants and review deliverables for quality assurance
Experience & skills
- 4–5+ years’ experience in GRC, regulatory advisory, or financial services consulting
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Law, or related field
- Pursuing or holding qualifications such as ICA, FRM, CIA, or Islamic Finance credentials (e.g., CIPA)
- Exposure to Islamic finance is advantageous
- Familiarity with UAE Central Bank regulations and GRC best practices
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple engagements in a fast-paced environment
- Fluency in English; Arabic is advantageous
- Willingness to travel regularly to client sites
- Confident, structured, and independent work approach
