Governance | Risk | ESG

Trusted advisory for resilient, compliant UAE businesses

We help boards, founders and management teams in the UAE build strong governance, manage risk with internationally recognised frameworks, and grow with confidence.

What we do

Integrated advisory under one roof

Governance

Board frameworks, charters, delegation of authority and policies aligned with UAE corporate governance expectations.

Risk

Enterprise risk management built on COSO ERM and ISO 31000 — from risk appetite to registers and reporting.

ESG

ESG strategy, materiality and sustainability reporting aligned with UAE net-zero goals and global standards.

Business Advisory

Company set-up, corporate structuring, UAE Corporate Tax & VAT and regulatory compliance support.

COSO

ERM & Internal Control

ISO 31000

Risk management standard

7

Emirates served

360°

Governance, Risk, ESG & Tax

How we work

From enquiry to execution — a seamless process

STEP 1

Enquiry

A confidential first conversation to understand your entity, goals and timelines.

STEP 2

Diagnose

Gap assessment against COSO, ISO 31000, ESG standards and UAE regulations.

STEP 3

Design

Tailored frameworks, policies, structures and a practical roadmap.

STEP 4

Execute

Hands-on implementation, documentation, training and filings.

STEP 5

Monitor

Ongoing review, board reporting and continuous improvement.

ERM concepts

Enterprise risk management, made visible

We apply globally recognised risk tools so your board sees risk clearly and acts with confidence.

Risk heat map (5 × 5)

Likelihood × Impact scoring used in COSO ERM & ISO 31000 assessments.

Impact →
5
10
15
20
25
4
8
12
16
20
3
6
9
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15
2
4
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1
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RareUnlikelyPossibleLikelyAlmost certain

Likelihood →

ISO 31000 risk process

A continuous cycle, supported by communication & consultation.

Record & Report
Scope & Context
Identify
Analyse
Evaluate
Treat
Monitor & Review

COSO ERM (2017) components

Integrating risk with strategy and performance.

1. Governance & Culture
2. Strategy & Objective-Setting
3. Performance
4. Review & Revision
5. Information, Communication & Reporting

Governance frameworks

The IIA Three Lines Model

Clear roles and accountability, aligned with COSO Internal Control and UAE governance codes.

Governing Body

Accountability to stakeholders; oversight of strategy and risk appetite.

1st Line — Management

Owns and manages risk in day-to-day operations.

2nd Line — Risk & Compliance

Frameworks, expertise, monitoring and challenge.

3rd Line — Internal Audit

Independent, objective assurance to the board.

ESG framework

Three pillars of sustainable value

Aligned with GRI, IFRS S1/S2, SCA guidance and the UAE Net Zero 2050 initiative.

Environmental

  • • Carbon footprint & Net Zero 2050
  • • Energy & water efficiency
  • • Climate risk (TCFD / IFRS S2)

Social

  • • Emiratisation & workforce
  • • Health, safety & wellbeing
  • • Community & supply chain

Governance

  • • Board independence & ethics
  • • Anti-bribery & AML/CFT
  • • Transparent ESG reporting (GRI)

Why BBMC

Global frameworks, local insight

Our work combines international best practice — COSO, ISO 31000 and leading ESG standards — with a practical understanding of UAE mainland and free zone regulatory environments.

  • Led by a qualified Company Secretary and governance professional
  • Practical, proportionate solutions for SMEs, family businesses and groups
  • Familiar with UAE Commercial Companies Law, Corporate Tax and UBO rules
  • Confidential, independent and partner-led engagement

Ready to strengthen your organisation?

Schedule a confidential discussion about your governance, risk or business set-up needs.

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