Senior Consultant - Governance & Risk Advisory Services

About the role

Baker Tilly Qatar is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Consultant for its Governance & Risk Advisory Services practice in Doha. The consultant plays a key role in delivering governance, risk management, internal audit, compliance and internal control engagements across a diverse client portfolio. The position suits an Arabic-speaking professional with strong experience in risk advisory and internal audit who wants to advance their career in a leading advisory environment.

Key responsibilities

• Internal audit: plan, execute and manage internal audit engagements, conduct risk-based audits, evaluate governance, risk and control frameworks, prepare reports and follow up on recommendations.
• Governance and risk advisory: help clients build governance frameworks, run ERM assessments and risk workshops, review policies and controls, and support risk management frameworks.
• Compliance and internal controls: review regulatory and policy compliance, conduct control reviews and gap assessments, and strengthen control frameworks.
• Client engagement: manage multiple engagements, build client relationships, prepare proposals and presentations, and support business development.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management or a related discipline.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification is mandatory.
• 4-6 years of experience in Governance, Risk Advisory, Internal Audit or Internal Controls, preferably in a consulting or professional services firm or a reputable internal audit function.
• Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Preferred: currently based in Qatar or the GCC/MENA region, and additional certifications such as CRMA, CISA, CPA, ACCA or CMA.

Required skills

• Strong understanding of risk management frameworks, internal controls, governance principles and audit methodologies.
• Excellent report writing and analytical skills.
• Key competencies: internal audit execution, risk assessment, governance frameworks, internal controls evaluation, compliance reviews, project management, stakeholder management, presentation skills, critical thinking and professional ethics.

What we offer

• High-profile governance and risk advisory engagements across diverse industries.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• A collaborative and dynamic work environment.

To apply, send your CV by email to the firm's recruitment team, mentioning the job title in the subject line.