KPMG Lower Gulf
Assistant Manager – Business Continuity & Crisis Management (ERS - GRC)
Job description
Key Responsibilities
• Manage and deliver BCM, ITDR and Crisis Management engagements, including framework design, BIAs, BCPs, risk assessments, recovery strategies, ITDR plans, training, tabletop and simulation exercises.
• Lead incident, crisis, business continuity and ITDR workstreams, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery in line with KPMG standards.
• Act as a client liaison, building trusted relationships and providing practical, value-driven advice.
• Review and finalize client deliverables, including reports, dashboards, and executive presentations.
• Guide, coach, and review the work of Consultants and Senior Consultants.
• Contribute to proposal development, business development initiatives, and thought leadership.
• Support practice quality management, methodology enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Key Deliverables
• Enterprise Business Continuity Frameworks & Plans
• Business Impact Analysis (BIA) & Recovery Strategies
Business Continuity Plan Development
IT Disaster Recovery Plans
IT Dependency Mapping
• Risk / Threat & Resilience Assessments
• Crisis Management, Incident Response & Communication Frameworks
• Training Materials and Exercise Reports
Skills & Experience
• 6–8 years of relevant experience in BCM, Crisis Management, Resilience, IT Resilience or Risk Advisory.
• Strong practical knowledge of ISO 22301, ISO 27031 and leading BCM and Crisis Management standards and frameworks.
• Hands-on experience defining MAO, MBCOs, RTOs, RPOs, and recovery strategies across complex environments.
• Proven experience leading team members and delivering multiple engagements concurrently.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and presentation skills.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Education & Certifications
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
Proficiency in write and spoken English.
• CBCP, MBCI, ISO 22301 LA/LI, or equivalent certification (preferred).
• Prior experience in the UAE/GCC is a strong advantage.
About KPMG Lower Gulf
KPMG member firm for the UAE and Oman, providing audit, tax and advisory services, with offices in Dubai and Abu Dhabi among others.
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