# Assistant Manager – Business Continuity & Crisis Management (ERS - GRC) — KPMG Lower Gulf

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Location: Dubai, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 20,000 to 32,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-01-29
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## 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.

## Requirements

6–8 years of relevant BCM, Crisis Management, Resilience, IT Resilience or Risk Advisory experience; Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline; CBCP, MBCI, ISO 22301 LA/LI, or equivalent certification (preferred). Prior UAE/GCC experience is advantageous.

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