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Who We Are

Paragon Consulting Partners was established to challenge the status quo and be the standard bearer of excellence, setting a new benchmark for Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance and Sustainability. Paragon, which means model of excellence, is the driving force behind our mission to be your partner of choice, enabling you to navigate risk, seize opportunities, and achieve lasting, sustainable growth.
As a specialist consultancy, we deliver bespoke services through a client-centric approach that aligns to your objectives. We are dedicated to empowering you to excel through innovative solutions, pragmatic advice, and strategic insights, fostering a collaborative partnership that fulfills your ambitions. Leveraging our network of consultants and affiliated companies, we deliver comprehensive solutions to diverse businesses across various jurisdictions.

Overview

What We Do

  • Outsourcing / Co-Sourcing
  • Advisory
  • Assurance
  • Remediation
  • Project Management
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Training

Our Expertise

  • Risk Management
  • Internal Audit & Assurance
  • Control Frameworks
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Corporate Governance
  • Sustainability Reporting & Assurance

Industries

  • Fund and Asset Management
  • Broker Dealers
  • Corporate Finance Advisors
  • Private Equity & Venture Capital
  • Wealth Management
  • Banking
  • Virtual & Digital Assets
  • E-Money & Payment Service Providers
  • Family Offices
  • Corporates & SMEs

Geographies

  • UAE
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Qatar
  • UK

Our Latest Insights

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Establishing an Investment Management Firm in ADGM

Following Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025, the ADGM has reaffirmed its role as the region’s premier centre for capital, investment and financial innovation. Within this backdrop, Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has become a natural home for asset managers and fund managers seeking institutional, sovereign and family office capital. Why ADGM for asset and fund […]

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Step-by-Step Internal Audit Checklist for a Smooth Audit Process

Internal Audit Checklist: Key Steps for a Seamless Audit Process

Do you ever feel unprepared when an internal audit deadline is near? Are you unsure which processes need the most attention or how to gather the right documentation efficiently? Do you worry about missing critical steps or overlooking important risks during a review? These are a few common challenges internal auditors face when managing complex […]

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From Business Continuity to Operational Resilience Where the UAE stands and what's next

From Business Continuity to Operational Resilience: Where the UAE stands and what’s next

Most firms still treat continuity as a vertical checklist. Resilience asks a different question: “When our most important customer journeys are disrupted, how quickly can we recover to an acceptable level and prove it?” That horizontal view is the shift. I felt this shift first-hand running the operational resilience work for Global Banking at HSBC. […]

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What People Say About Us

Ghassan has a strong understanding of the business risk and control environment. He has worked across several business lines in banking, capital markets, and credit and lending. He looks at risk with a commercial lens, building a strong control framework whilst at the same time enabling the business. He also has strong project management skills, navigating through a complex business matrix to achieve key regulatory deliverables.
Amy B.
Global Chief Control Officer HSBC
It was a pleasure working with Ghassan. He has strong technical skills in risk, internal audit and governance and was able to build solid networks. His honesty and integrity are beyond reproach.
Neil B.
Global Head of Credit and Lending HSBC
I have known Ghassan since 2010 and have seen his commitment and dedication to progress and enhancing his knowledge. He understands his clients’ needs and expertly manages their expectations. I would recommend Ghassan for his knowledge and skills in the fields of risk, internal audit and ESG.
Allen M.
Managing Director Inovalis Fund Management
Ghassan has strong communication skills and is highly capable of managing and executing different projects across diverse topics. I worked with him for many years and know first-hand his professionalism and dedication.
Fares A.
MENA COO Bank of America
I have known Ghassan in a professional and personal capacity for over 15 years. He is a true professional, always aiming for the highest standards, technically excellent, a great team player with a flexible and positive outlook and a pleasure to work with.
Naveed K.
Director of Strategy & Transactions
Extremely knowledgeable about risk management. Strong counsel on complex regulatory environments. I hope my collaboration with Paragon continues well into the future.
John Kidd
Director at DP World Financial Services