Associate Director/ Director – Internal Audit and Financial Advisory

1 week ago

Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia Protiviti Middle East Member Firm Full time

Role Overview:

We have a challenging opportunity for the role of M/SM levelin our Financial Services' Internal Audit and Financial Services Area. Above roles work in a client facing role and take on the responsibility of identifying, assessing, and monitoring risks, observations by developing a end to end plan and project strategy and coming out with the quality outcome. They are expected to establish good working relationships with client personnel (at appropriate levels) by understanding client's perspective and become the de-facto go-to-person. Their work output is expected to be of outstanding quality. They constantly manage risk and verify whether key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes on the project delivery. Below are the broader idea of roles and responsibilities. Clarifications relating applicability of it for various level can be discusses at during interviews.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Building client relationships and active marketing efforts (a good networking capability is a pre-requisite)
  • Prospecting for new business by using the client relationships, getting an active handle on regulations to drive business opportunities on a pro-active basis
  • Managing the portion of books/clients with Director or Managing director which includes support in business development, account management, effective quality delivery, managing the project delivery and quality etc.
  • Building a thought leadership position by creating contemporary articles on Banking or by being a speaker at leadership forums on contemporary Banking topics
  • Recruiting bright/talented individuals who can adapt to the rigors of consulting and creating a good execution capability in the practice
  • Delivering expected profitability from the practice by placing a sharp focus on the utilization of the staff and the recovery of the projects
  • Interacting with multiple Advisory practices to develop cross-selling opportunities, and upsell the Firm's branding.

Desired Profile:

  • Candidates with 11 + years' experience in Financial Services Industry, preferably in internal audit, operational risk management, consulting, advisory and/or industry.
  • Minimum of 5-6 years' experience in Internal Audit/ Risk Advisory firms in the Financial Services domain.
  • (Candidates with experience in Big 4 financial services Risk Advisory firms would be preferred)
  • CA /MBA (from a top tier business school) with a commerce/ CFA/ FRM/ PRM background and with a strong Financial Services Industry focus would be preferred.
  • In depth understanding of any key businesses.
  • Experience in working/ reviewing various core banking systems, electronic payment channels/ processes (Wallet/ internet/mobile/ POS etc) is preferred
  • Proven business development skills with ability to procure new business.
  • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, project management and client relationship skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and time management skills.
  • prior management and direct supervisory experience in a team environment required. Well-honed mentoring and people development skills.
  • Proven execution skills with sharp focus on quality of deliverables.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite applications.
  • Well versed in current trends and developments across Insurance Industry.
  • Demonstrates creative thinking and rigorous analysis in solving business problems.
  • Able to maintain a professional demeanor in times of high stress. Works well in a team-oriented environment as well as independently.
  • Able to multi-task and travel (India and International) as necessary to meet client needs.
  • Spearhead internal client facing teams and guide them on solution delivery. Independently lead multiple engagement
  • Understanding the client's requirements and writing clear client proposals that articulate the specialized domain skills.
  • Assist team members in developing technical and professional competency. Coach, train, and support consultants in the team.
  • Establish deep relationships with client personnel (at appropriate levels) by understanding client's perspective
  • Constantly monitor project progress, manage risk and verify key stakeholders are kept informed about progress and expected outcomes. Participate in sales and support business development initiatives.
  • Bridging a Gap between Seniors and client stakeholders, timely communication, reporting and escalation to meet project objective

Required Skill Set:

  • In depth understanding of Internal Audit and Risk Management concepts and corresponding experience in FS entities such as Banks, Shadow banks, Investment Banks, Asset Management Companies, Capital Markets, Payment and Fintech, Insurance etc.
  • Deep understanding on :

-Internal Audit, Next Gen. IA, QAR

-SOX, IFC, ICFR testing

-Controls Designing to Monitoring

-COSO COSO ERM

-RCMs/ RCSA development and testing

-Corporate Governance

-Business Processes: Excellence Enhancement, Optimization, and Implementation

-Enterprise Risk (ERM),

-Operational Risk (ORM)

-KYC and AML

-Regulatory Remediation/ Compliance

-Third-Party Risk/Outsourcing Risk

-Credit Risk

-Insider/Personal Trading Compliance

-Compliance Framework

-Business Strategies

-Digital Transformation and Automation

-Global / Large Delivery Set-up / COE

-GRC Framework

-ITGC

Qualification:

MBA/CA/CIA/SEMI/CISA/SEMI/CFA/under-graduation in a quantitative discipline (preferably engineering, mathematics, statistics) or Post Graduation in any of the above-mentioned areas including data and analysis, PHD or Doctorate in Risk management or MBA from global or reputed B school with less experience. Risk Management function or Line Business of a commercial bank, investment bank, NBFC Shadow bank or an insurance firm (credit,

market, operational and ALM)

Key Personal Attributes:

  • A good blend of creative thinking and rigorous analysis in solving business problems
  • Must work well in a team-oriented environment as well as independently. Work with team members to set goals and responsibilities for specific engagements. Foster teamwork and innovation.
  • Ability to work under pressure. Mature, proactive and displays initiative. Manages own and others time well.
  • Possesses excellent analytical, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. Good oral and written communication skills including documentation of findings and recommendations. Adept at preparing and presenting reports to an audience.
  • Ability to travel as necessary to meet client needs. This may require travel and work more than standard hours when necessary. Second language skills and international business experience will be useful.
  • Able to demonstrate the leadership skills

Location: KSA


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