Senior Manager - Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) at SimplyFI Consulting W.L.L. (2026-06 – Present)
GCC advisory firm specializing in governance, risk management, Internal Audit, IPO readiness, regulatory compliance, and business transformation.
- Lead GRC and Internal Audit advisory engagements across Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, working directly with Board members, Executive Management, and senior stakeholders.
- Design governance frameworks, Board and committee structures, Delegation of Authority frameworks, and governance operating models tailored to client requirements.
- Support IPO readiness through governance enhancement, internal control assessments, and regulatory alignment; develop Risk Appetite Frameworks, KRIs, risk registers, and ERM programs.
- Lead Internal Audit transformation initiatives covering Audit Universe development, risk-based planning, methodologies, and assurance frameworks.
Chief Audit Executive at Fresh Energy Group (2025-07 – 2026-06)
Agri-business and export group with multi-site international operations.
- Established the Group's first Internal Audit function across Egypt, Hungary, and the Netherlands, leading a four-member audit team.
- Built the Audit Charter, Internal Audit Manual, SOPs, Audit Universe, and the Group's first risk-based Internal Audit plan.
- Conducted enterprise-wide risk assessments covering operational, supply chain, ESG, financial, and compliance risks across international operations.
- Advised Executive Management on governance, control design, process optimization, and risk response.
Chief Audit Executive / Group Head of Internal Audit at Sky Holding (2020-02 – 2025-01)
Diversified investment group operating across finance, leasing, insurance brokerage, marketing, shared services, automotive retail, and vehicle rental.
- Built and led the Internal Audit function across eight subsidiaries, managing an eight-member audit team and establishing the function's governance, methodology, and reporting foundation.
- Developed the Audit Charter, Internal Audit Manual, SOPs, Audit Universe, and risk-based plans covering operational, financial, governance, compliance, and control risks.
- Improved audit efficiency by 30% through methodology transformation, process optimization, and team capability development.
- Reported to Board-level committees and provided risk-focused assurance and advisory support to Executive Management across group entities.
- Drove internal control enhancement and operational improvement initiatives across diversified business sectors.
Group Internal Audit Manager at Abudawood Group (2014-07 – 2020-02)
Regional FMCG distribution group operating across multiple countries and markets. Promoted from Group Internal Auditor.
- Led cross-border audit engagements across Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, Iraq, and Yemen, covering operational, financial, compliance, regulatory, and fraud-related risks.
- Designed risk-based audit programs aligned with regional operating models and market-specific risk profiles.
- Improved audit effectiveness by 25% through enhanced methodologies, performance management, and disciplined engagement execution.
- Increased auditee cooperation by 20% through awareness sessions, stakeholder alignment, and stronger relationship management.
- Delivered strategic recommendations supporting operational efficiency, control enhancement, and risk mitigation across regional operations.
Group Senior Internal Auditor at Universal Group (2011-08 – 2014-06)
Manufacturing and consumer products group operating across multiple business sectors.
- Conducted operational and financial audits focused on control effectiveness, efficiency, compliance, and business-process improvement.
- Developed audit programs and working papers, evaluated controls across operational and support functions, and delivered actionable recommendations.
- Supported the establishment and development of the Internal Audit function and strengthened audit planning and execution practices.
Assistant Auditor / Junior Auditor at KPMG (2008-04 – 2011-07)
Member firm of KPMG International providing audit, tax, and advisory services.
- Conducted external audits for multinational and local clients, including financial statement audits, consolidations, substantive testing, and control assessments.
- Identified and documented audit risks, findings, and recommendations in accordance with professional standards and KPMG methodology.
- Supported audit planning, execution, reporting, client coordination, and complete engagement documentation.
Junior Auditor at Salama ElSaadany (2007-08 – 2008-03)
- Supported financial audit engagements, audit testing, working-paper preparation, and reporting activities.
