Job Title: Senior – Consulting
Organisation: Ernst & Young
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
Ernst & Young Global Limited, trade name EY, is a multinational professional services partnership headquartered in London, England. EY is one of the largest professional services networks in the world. Along with Deloitte, KPMG and PricewaterhouseCoopers, it is considered one of the Big Four accounting firms.
Job Summary: As a Senior in EY Consulting’s Risk practice, you will run day-to-day workstreams on ERM, internal controls/SOX/ICS, internal audit, compliance and forensics projects. You will supervise associates, coordinate client stakeholders, and produce high-quality deliverables that meet EY and professional standards.
Practice Coverage (you may work across some or all of the following):
- Enterprise Risk Management (ERM): risk appetite, RCSA, KRIs, risk registers, scenario analysis
- Internal Controls & SOX/ICS: design, documentation, testing, remediation, controls automation
- Internal Audit (outsourced/co-sourced): risk-based plans, audit universe, QAIP/IIA conformance reviews
- Financial Services Risk Management (FSRM): credit, market, liquidity, ALM, ICAAP/ILAAP, stress testing, IFRS 9/17
- Compliance & Regulatory: AML/CFT, KYC, sanctions, conduct risk, consumer protection, data privacy
- Corporate Governance: board/committee effectiveness reviews, three lines model, policies & charters
- Fraud Risk & Forensics: investigations, anti-fraud frameworks, whistleblowing, integrity due diligence
- Third-Party/Vendor Risk; Operational Risk; Business Continuity & Resilience (ISO 22301)
- Model Risk Management; ESG & Sustainability Risk
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Client Delivery & Workstream Management:
- Execute risk assessments, RCSA workshops, process walkthroughs, controls design/testing and remediation support.
- Develop audit programs, perform fieldwork, analyse findings and craft practical, prioritized recommendations.
Stakeholder & Team Leadership:
- Coordinate with client owners and EY managers/partners; review associates’ work; provide coaching and on-the-job training.
- Prepare clear, concise reports and presentations suitable for senior management and boards.
Quality & Methods:
- Apply EY methodologies and relevant standards (COSO, COBIT, IIA, ISO); maintain robust working papers and evidence.
- Leverage analytics and automation opportunities within engagements.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
To qualify for the role, you must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, IT/IS, Engineering or related field.
- 4–6 years of experience across ERM, internal audit, internal controls/SOX/ICS, compliance/AML/KYC, or forensics.
- Working knowledge of COSO, COBIT, ISO 22301/31000, IIA Standards; familiarity with banking/insurance regulatory environment is an advantage.
Ideally, you’ll also have:
- Certifications or progress: CIA, ACCA/CPA, CISA, CAMS, CFE, ISO 22301/31000.
- Exposure to data analytics/visualization (e.g., Power BI) and GRC tools.
- Who we are looking for:
- We are looking for appropriately qualified and talented people with the following attributes:
- You have an agile, growth-oriented mindset: What you know matters, but the right mindset is just as important in determining success. We are looking for people who are innovative, can work in an agile way and keep pace with a rapidly changing world.
- You are curious and purpose driven: We are looking for people who see opportunities instead of challenges, who ask better questions to seek better answers that build a better working world.
- You are inclusive: We are looking for people who seek out and embrace diverse perspectives, who value differences, and team inclusivity to build safety and trust.
General skills:
- Excellent skills in teaming
- Computer usage
- Data and information analysis
- Written and verbal communication in English
- Multitasking with ability to work independently and work under pressure.
Other attributes:
- Proactiveness
- Positive attitude
- Enthusiasm
- Willingness to travel
- High level of integrity.
Skills and Attributes for Success:
- Practical problem-solving and analytical skills; strong documentation discipline; excellent interpersonal skills.
What’s in it for you?
- Accelerate your technical capabilities and transformative leadership skills with future-focused courses and development programs.
- Broaden your horizons by working in highly integrated teams across the globe and collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds — both professionally and culturally.
- Bring out the best in yourself with continuous investment in your personal well-being and career development.
- Develop your own personal purpose and help us create a positive ripple effect on our teams, our business, clients, and society, building a better working world, together.
- Opportunity to learn businesses in multiple sectors and geographies.
How to Apply:
All candidates should apply online at the link below. What you are required to do:
You are required to upload the following to our online recruitment system:
- Updated resume
- A cover letter articulating your attributes and competences and why you are suitable for the role.
- Academic qualification documents including certificates, transcripts and/or pass lips for your university degree, professional qualification (if any), A level and O Level or the equivalent thereof.
Deadline: 5th December 2025
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Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 48