Khulood AL Blooshi
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Trilingual Emirati with a Bachelor's degree in Law from Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi/Paris with professional experience as an Associate in Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Advisory at KPMG Lower Gulf in both public and private sector. Experienced in legal research, contract review, regulatory compliance, stakeholder engagement, and drafting professional reports. I'm eager to leverage my international academic background and cultural understanding for a challenging role within a national or multinational organization. Willing to travel and take assignments overseas if required.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work history
Associate
KPMG Lower Gulf
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2025.06 - Current
Advisory – Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Public Sector
- Delivered governance, risk, internal audit, and compliance advisory services to public and private sector clients across national and international engagements.
- Conducted governance and internal control reviews across HR, Legal, Finance, Procurement, Commercial & Contracts, Infrastructure, Real Estate, Marketing, Business Development, Leasing & Sales, Facilities Management, Project Controls, CRM & Customer Care,and Retail Operations.
- Identified control gaps and audit findings, providing risk-based recommendations to strengthen governance, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
- Prepared client proposals, Risk and Control Matrices (RCMs), audit workpapers, legal and compliance documentation, governance assessments, and final audit reports, presenting evidence-based findings to clients and senior stakeholders.
Lead of Voice & Happiness Pillar | KPMG Lower Gulf Youth Council
- Lead the Youth Voice & Happiness Pillar, driving employee engagement and well-being initiatives.
- Represent the voices of young professionals through youth-focused programs and engagement activities.
- Collaborate with external youth councils and organizations to promote youth empowerment and share best practices.
Education
Bachelor of Law -
Paris - Sorbonne University
Abu Dhabi, UAESkills
- Risk Assessment and Audits
- Regulatory Compliance
- Audit Reporting
- Legal Research & Analysis
- Contract Review and drafting
- Data Analysis and Digital proficiency
- Leadership
- Stakeholder management
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal skills & Public speaking
- Multilingual communication
- Corporate Governance
- Legal Writing & Due Diligence
Certification & Professional Development
• HarvardX – Contract Law: From Trust to Promise to Contract (Professional Certificate), covering the legal principles of contract formation, enforceability, interpretation, and remedies.
• UN ESCWA | Fighting Bid Rigging in Public Procurement – Certificate in procurement integrity, anti-corruption, and bid-rigging prevention in public procurement.
• Alliance Française Vichy (France) | French Language & Cultural Immersion Program – Certificate of Completion.
• Participated in various legal workshops and seminars in Paris at open campuses such as “Universite-paris cite” & “Sorbonne Paris”, enhancing practical knowledge and application of legal theories.
• Participated in moot court competitions and legal discussions held by our Law department.
• Took part in YouthCop 2023, where we discussed and negotiated strategies to combat the impacts of climate change.
Languages
Arabic:
Native
English:
Native
French:
Upper intermediate (B2)
Accomplishments
Alliance Française Institute, Vichy, France (Summer 2022)
•Completed an intensive French language program aimed at strengthening linguistic skills
•Conducted independent research on the French legal system, networked with legal professionals, and participated in court sessions and seminars
•Gained valuable insights into the French legal system and its comparisons to common law systems.
Certification
• Volunteered with UAE Red Crescent Authority
• Volunteered during Pandemic to serve the community and monitor their status.
• Volunteered at Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination
• Volunteered during major events and Exhibitions Sorbonne University events & culture department
• Translator: Assisted non-profit organizations (Sorbonne Events) with translation
Timeline
Associate
KPMG Lower Gulf
2025.06 - Current
Bachelor of Law -
Paris - Sorbonne University