Job Title

Experienced Consultant – Technical Services, Natural Resources & Energy (NRE)

Location

United Arab Emirates

Department

Risk Advisory / Natural Resources & Energy (NRE)

Job Type

Full-Time | Hybrid/Onsite

The Opportunity

Join a rapidly growing, client-facing practice within a global consulting environment. You will engage directly with senior stakeholders of world-renowned organizations, advising on complex business issues, risk mitigation strategies, and performance improvement. This is an excellent opportunity to develop deep sectoral expertise across the NRE value chain (Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream), while contributing to innovation through emerging technologies such as IoT, Robotics, AI, and Advanced Analytics.

You'll collaborate across service lines to deliver cutting-edge internal audit, internal controls, and advisory solutions. Leverage our global network to grow as a sector expert and trusted advisor.

Key Responsibilities

Client Delivery & Quality

Lead and manage internal audit, risk, and consulting assignments independently.
Assess and improve internal controls and operational processes across NRE operations (e.g., exploration, drilling, production, refining, petrochemicals, logistics and services).
Deliver insights through structured reports, audit programs, planning memos, and risk analyses.
Identify and address process inefficiencies, compliance gaps, and risk areas.
Monitor project progress and ensure high-quality deliverables within timelines and budgets.

Market & Sector Leadership

Build trusted relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders.
Drive business development activities and sector-specific pursuits.
Actively contribute to positioning the firm as a thought leader in the NRE sector.
Collaborate with global sector teams to develop market-relevant strategies and offerings.

Innovation & Digital Enablement

Drive the adoption of emerging technologies (IoT, AI, Analytics, Robotics) in client solutions.
Support the development of digital tools and sector-specific assets to enhance service delivery.
Monitor industry trends, regulatory changes, and innovation to inform client engagements.

Team Development & Leadership

Mentor and coach junior team members; guide performance and career development.
Lead sector-specific upskilling programs and contribute to knowledge sharing.
Oversee performance and appraisal processes of direct reports.

Required Qualifications & Experience

2 to 4 years of experience in Risk Advisory, Internal Audit, or Internal Controls, preferably within top-tier consulting & advisory firms.
Deep functional expertise in the NRE sector (Upstream, Midstream, Downstream), including areas such as:
Exploration, drilling, refining, and production processes
Mega project capex and regulatory reviews
EHS assessments, project controls, and contract management
Plant operations, maintenance, and reliability
Bachelor's degree in engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Instrumentation, Metallurgy); advanced degrees preferred.
At least one relevant certification, such as:
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
SO Auditor Certifications
API, IMS or other relevant industry certifications
Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills.
Proficiency in MS Office; experience with data analytics tools is a plus.
Excellent command of English (written and verbal).
Willingness and ability to travel for client engagements as needed.

Preferred Attributes

Ability to think strategically and deliver insights under pressure.
Strong interpersonal skills; a collaborative team player.
Experience developing sector-specific solutions or tools.
Demonstrated experience with innovation or tech-enabled audits.

Experienced Consultant - Technical Services (Domain - Natural resources and Energy Only)