Assistant Manager — Forensic, Ethics & Compliance

Experience

About The Role

What Our Team Delivers

• Design, implementation, and enhancement of Ethics & Compliance frameworks
• Compliance transformation initiatives and target operating model design
• Compliance and forensic investigations (e.g. fraud, misconduct)
• Third-party risk management and due diligence processes
• Compliance risk assessments and gap analyses with actionable remediation plans
• Alignment with global and local regulatory requirements across all deliverables
• Insight on emerging compliance risks, enforcement trends, and industry guidance — particularly within the energy and oil & gas sectors

Key Responsibilities

• Client delivery: Lead the design and delivery of compliance frameworks, investigations, risk assessments, and due diligence engagements, ensuring deliverables meet regulatory standards and client expectations.
• Engagement management: Own the day-to-day management of client engagements — planning, budgeting, quality, and timelines — while supervising and mentoring Senior Consultants and junior staff.
• Regulatory expertise: Maintain a strong, current understanding of relevant regulations and industry trends, and act as a point of reference for the team.
• Business development: Identify opportunities for Ethics & Compliance services, contribute to proposals, and participate in client pitches.
• Reporting & stakeholder management: Report progress and status to the engagement manager and leadership, and manage client relationships at working level.

Qualifications & Experience

• 6+ years of relevant experience in Forensic, Ethics & Compliance, or Risk Management, ideally within a consulting, advisory, or regulated industry environment
• Demonstrated experience managing workstreams or engagements and leading junior team members
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, investigation methodologies, and regulatory requirements
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g. CFE, CCEP, ICA, or similar) are an advantage
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Arabic is a plus
• Sector exposure to energy / oil & gas is desirable