Associate Consultant

Somerset Consulting Ltd. is a dynamic firm dedicated to helping organizations navigate complex regulatory landscapes by creating clear, efficient, and sustainable control environments that foster growth. Founded with the goal of transforming the consulting industry, Somerset Consulting prides itself on delivering exceptional quality through a focused and highly engaged team. The company’s mission is to serve as a trusted advisor, enabling clients to cultivate a culture of control and compliance that enhances operational efficiency and resilience. Committed to integrity and excellence, Somerset also actively supports social responsibility initiatives, contributing a significant portion of its revenue to education and social mobility causes.

The Associate Consultant position is a full-time, hybrid role based in Karachi, designed for recent graduates eager to launch their careers in consulting. Joining the Risk & Technology Consulting service line, you will support high-profile projects primarily for clients based in London. Your responsibilities will include assisting with assurance and advisory engagements by analyzing business processes, documenting control environments, and evaluating internal controls across technology, operations, and finance. This work supports compliance with key regulations and standards such as Sarbanes-Oxley, IFRS, and ISA. Collaboration with colleagues across the global team is essential, with opportunities to connect in person during annual team retreats.

Key Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting assurance and advisory engagements for international clients.
- Analyze and document business processes and control environments.
- Evaluate internal controls related to technology, operations, and finance.
- Support compliance efforts with regulatory frameworks including Sarbanes-Oxley, IFRS, and ISA.
- Collaborate effectively with global team members and participate in annual team workshops.
- Manage multiple tasks efficiently while maintaining high-quality deliverables.

Required Qualifications
- Strong academic record, with preference for candidates ranking in the top 10% of their class or academic cohort.
- Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field from a top-tier university (such as IBA or LUMS).
- Genuine interest in risk management, internal controls, technology, AI, or consulting, along with a strong willingness to learn and develop professionally.
- High level of integrity, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
- Willingness to pursue professional certifications such as CISA, CISSP, CPA, CIA, or ACCA, which will be fully funded by the company.
- Flexibility to travel for client engagements, team workshops, and other business needs.
- Ability to work in alignment with the client’s office hours to a reasonable extent.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Effective teamwork, time management, and multitasking capabilities.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Hybrid working model offering flexibility.
- Annual global team workshops to foster collaboration and professional growth.
- Opportunities for international travel and potential relocation to the London headquarters or other locations based on performance and business needs.
- Provision of home office setup to support remote work.
- Full funding for relevant certifications and ongoing education.
- Subsidies for health insurance, gym memberships, or other well-being activities.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates to gain valuable experience in risk and technology consulting while working with a global team committed to excellence and social responsibility.