Senior Manager – Advisory & Operations

We are seeking a highly experienced, hands-on professional capable of independently managing the day-to-day operations of Integra Advisory and delivering consulting assignments from initial client assessment through final implementation. The successful candidate must combine strong technical expertise, project management capabilities, excellent report-writing skills and the ability to develop client relationships. Key Responsibilities Internal Audit & Risk Management Develop risk-based internal audit plans, audit programmes and working papers. Conduct operational, financial and compliance audits. Identify control weaknesses, assess risks and recommend corrective actions. Prepare professional internal audit reports and follow up on implementation. Develop risk registers, risk assessment methodologies and risk mitigation plans. 2. Policies, Procedures & Authority Matrices Develop comprehensive policies and procedures for Finance, Procurement, HR, Administration and Operations. Prepare Delegation of Authority (DOA) and approval matrices. Review existing policies, identify gaps and recommend improvements. Establish practical procedures aligned with governance and internal control requirements. 3. Business Processes & Workflow Review and document existing business processes. Develop process maps, flowcharts, SOPs and responsibility matrices. Identify operational inefficiencies, duplication and control gaps. Design improved workflows with clear accountability and approval controls. Support implementation of redesigned processes. 4. Internal Controls & Corporate Governance Assess and develop internal control frameworks aligned with COSO principles. Prepare risk and control matrices (RCMs). Develop corporate governance policies, committee charters and reporting structures. Review segregation of duties, approval authorities and financial controls. Recommend governance and control improvements appropriate to client requirements. 5. Financial & Management Advisory Review financial performance, budgets, cash flows and management reports. Prepare financial analyses, business plans and feasibility studies. Develop KPI dashboards and management reporting frameworks. Support organizational restructuring and operational improvement assignments. 6. Project Management & Client Delivery Manage consulting assignments independently from planning to completion. Conduct client interviews, workshops and operational assessments. Prepare project plans, deliverables, presentations and final reports. Maintain project documentation and ensure quality, accuracy and timely delivery. Coordinate specialist consultants when required. 7. Business Development & Client Management Identify new consulting opportunities and develop client relationships. Meet prospective clients and assess their advisory requirements. Prepare proposals, scopes of work, project budgets and presentations. Follow up on business opportunities and support client acquisition. Represent the Company professionally when delegated by the Managing Director. Qualifications Experience: Minimum 8–10 years of relevant professional experience, preferably with a Big Four firm, consulting practice, internal audit department or established advisory firm. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related discipline. CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA or equivalent qualifications are highly desirable. Technical Expertise: Demonstrated practical experience in internal audit, risk management, internal controls, corporate governance, policies and procedures, process mapping, financial analysis and consulting project delivery. Software: Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Visio or equivalent process-mapping software. Power BI experience is an advantage. Languages: Excellent written and spoken English. Professional Arabic communication skills are strongly preferred. Personal Attributes: Independent, commercially aware, highly organised, trustworthy, analytical, detail-oriented and capable of producing high-quality deliverables with limited supervision. Performance Expectations Success will be measured through timely completion of client assignments, quality of consulting deliverables, client satisfaction, development of new business opportunities, operational efficiency and disciplined reporting to the Managing Director. Authority & Reporting The Senior Manager will have responsibility for routine operational management and assigned client engagements. Final authority over contracts, pricing, banking transactions, hiring, major expenditures and strategic decisions will remain with the Managing Director unless expressly delegated in writing. Compensation Competitive fixed monthly salary plus performance-based incentives linked to business development and successful project delivery, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Show more Show less