Basim Galal

I am a qualified audit and risk management professional in finance and government sectors. Over 17 years of experience in the UAE and the UK. My record of professional and academic achievements demonstrates my commitment to professional progression, which is exemplified by hard work and dedication.

I possess confidence, sociability, and a history of developing excellent working relationships. As a dedicated team player, I can communicate effectively at all levels. Collaborating with teams from different backgrounds and disciplines.

I am a self-motivated, self-managing individual who is eager to apply my knowledge and experience to new challenges. A Well organised, fast learner, with a high level of IT competency, numeracy, and literacy and a good eye for detail.

Audit & Commercial Assurance Consultant at Turner & Townsend (2024-11 – Present)

• Leading multiple commercial audit commissions on major projects such as (Thames Water, Tideway, Heathrow Airport, High Speed Two (HS2), Sizewell C and Lower Thames Crossing.
• Leading Anti-fraud audits on missing cost, red flag transactions on the cost report.
• Leading comprehensive payroll audits covering staff and labour costs and NEC's contracts compliance.
• Deep Dive Review(s) on Plant Asset Register, Plant's Rates, Plant forecast assessment and Disallowed Costs including internal plant use.
• Deep Dive review on Projects Cost Management, project design, Equipment and Material.
• Providing the management of audits with monthly assurance reports and an assurance assessment matrix to lead and senior commercial stakeholders in the wider business.
• Leading system audit verifications to assess the Internal control, Risk management, project Governance and Anti- Fraud.
• Leading financial crime audit assignments on all projects.

Risk Manager (ERM & GRC) at High Speed Two (HS2) Ltd (2023-01 – 2024-11)

• Managing the ERM risks through the RCA and GRC teams. Evaluate control test plans in accordance with COSO 2013/ERM 2018 and SOX 404. Adopting best practices for GRC, such as the UK governance code, ISO31000, and the HMT Orange Book.
• Developing and maintaining reporting enables engagement with the risk community regarding data quality. Conducting regular reviews of strategic risk registers as part of data quality checks.
• Responding to audit reports from the GIAA team, participating in audit meetings, and compiling evidence. Ensuring that ERM supports the assurance plan by conducting meetings with the assurance team.

Risk Management Consultant (ERM & GRC) at Turner & Townsend (2021-10 – 2023-01)

• Developing an effective plan for GRC and ERM for all consultants across the UK. Leading meetings with the executive, risk owners, and action owners to conduct strategic risk reviews in accordance with the agreed schedule.
• Supporting the PMO in preparing reports Supervising the ongoing efficiency of the (Risk, Control, and Assurance) RCA Framework. Adopting GRC best practices such as the UK governance code, ISO31000, and the HMT Orange Book. Coordinating the delivery of training across the business to support the ERM and GRC's culture.

Senior Internal Auditor at GLIFE Corporation (2021-04 – 2021-10)

• Establishing the Internal Audit department involves determining its headcount and assisting with recruitment. Develop control test plans that adhere to COSO 2013, SOX 404 and RCSA arrange for the execution of management testing of internal controls.
• Prepare and update a comprehensive risk-based audit plan based on Macro and Micro assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of controls in place. Manage significant risk exposures, ensure that information and financial reporting.
• Develop Anti-Fraud criteria and controls that adhere to ISO 37001 and ACFE. Report the results of audit reviews, including management responses and proposed actions, as well as plans to address issuesthat arise, to the Chairman/COO/CFO.

Senior Internal Auditor Governance Risks and Anti-Fraud at Dubai Airport (2017-05 – 2021-04)

• Audited Airport projects Cost, managed governance risks, and complying with Dubai rules and regulations, as well as IATA and ICAO. Audited aviation project risk management from business cases until handover.

Internal Audit and Risk Manager at Dubai Customs (2014-09 – 2017-05)

Internal Audit Manager at SBM Group Ltd (2011-04 – 2014-08)

Internal Audit Team Leader at National Bank of Abu Dhabi (2007-04 – 2011-04)

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting & Business – Suez Canal University (2006)

Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Audit – The Institute of Financial Consultants (2009)

Postgraduate Diploma in Financial MGT – The Institute of Financial Consultants (2010)