Assistant Manager – Business Continuity & Crisis Management (ERS - GRC)
United Arab EmiratesPosted Jan 29, 2026
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.
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