Assistant ManagerManager for Responsible AI

EY Digital Risk Consulting

EY is the leading Big-4 professional services firm committed to shape the future with confidence. The fast pace of todays business cycle as well as the rapid developments in business operational and technological space present rapid growth opportunities and create uncertainties for todays business leaders and workforce. EY Digital Risk Consulting team is fully engaged with these developments that are rapidly reshaping entire industries and economies leading to a redefining of their risk profiles.

Within the MENA region EY is actively engaged with all sectors of the economy and actively supporting the vision of national leaderships especially in the GCC countries. EY is dedicated to helping our clients in all sectors anticipate the uncertainty they face in doing their business and work closely with them to help effectively manage the risk. Technology is a major component underpinning the transformation programs. EY Risk Advisory and especially the Digital Risk team is currently looking to scale up the capabilities and skills on hand to serve the increasing demands of our clients in their sophisticated technology environments.

The opportunity

In your role as an Assistant Manager / Manager for Responsible AI with EY MENA Consulting you will be among the senior executives of EY Digital Risk competency operating as one team across different MENA offices to serve our MENA clients. You will contribute to our account-centric growth strategy focusing on issue-based and competency-driven client needs. Thats what differentiates EY in the consulting marketplace.

Your key responsibilities

You will help our clients evaluate and enhance their business with a focus on managing the risk arising from ongoing technology developments and the resultant fast paced changes in their business and operational processes. To make that happen you will need a strong team and internal network to leverage our intellectual property and lessons learned. Everything you will be involved in comes down to providing excellent customer service and guiding EY teams to do the same. Whether it is working with multiple client teams advising the clients on Responsible AI related matters or actively working with EY account teams and partners in business development activities across various sectors you will build strong relationships and become a trusted advisor to your clients.

Skills and attributes for success

• Providing guidance and knowledge participating in performing procedures focusing on complex judgmental and / or specialized issues related to technology related risks faced by our clients.
• Demonstrating a thorough understanding of emerging technologies complex information systems and the clients business / industry.
• Maintaining and enhancing relationships with client management managing expectations around effectively delivering the engagements with successful closure and timely collections.
• Demonstrating excellent project management skills inspiring teamwork and responsibility with team members. Using current technology / tools to enhance the effectiveness of work products and services.
• Focusing on the importance of coaching and developing teams and colleagues by taking their ideas and giving them the knowledge skills and opportunities they need to deliver.
• Bringing energy and ambition to identify and manage business development opportunities.
  
  

To qualify for the role you must have.

• Proven track record of success in the MENA / GCC region with key clients and industry sectors.
• A masters degree in computer science information systems or a related discipline. Alternatively a degree in business accounting or finance with additional IT qualifications.
• Masters degree will be preferable.
• 8-10 years of relevant experience of working as an IT risk consultant for a professional services firm or a public accounting firm or as a senior executive of a technology company a financial services company telecom company or comparable experience as an IT / IS expert.
• Relevant experience areas include a combination of Responsible AI Digital Risk Management Business Continuity Management IT Disaster Recovery Management Crisis Management Third Party Risk Management Technology Compliance Management Technology Asset Management Mobile Technology Emerging Technologies (Robotics IoT Cloud and Blockchain) ERP Controls (SAP Oracle MS Dynamics) Technical Controls Management for IT Systems and Networking technologies Data Analytics IT / Business Process & Controls Management IT / IS Internal Audit and / or Third-Party Reporting.
• Strong skills in project management team management and client service.
• Strong analytical interpersonal and communication skills.
• A willingness to travel to meet client needs.
  
  

Ideally you will also have

• CISA CBCP CISSP IRM CISM and / or CIA certification is essential for long term growth in the role; based on an individuals professional background area of specialization or industry focus we recognize that other certifications credentials or experience may be more relevant than the listed certifications and therefore may be acceptable.
  
  

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem solving skills and the ability to prioritise shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator you'll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization. If you have a genuine passion for helping businesses achieve world class Responsible AI capabilities while working alongside some of the most knowledgeable individuals in the business then this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognised for the value you bring to the business. Plus we offer :

• International career: with a Big 4 firm in a multi national environment across MENA.
• Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility so you can make a meaningful impact your way.
• Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
  
  

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above please contact us as soon as possible.

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