Posted on 18 Nov

Experience

5 - 10 Years

Education

Any Graduation

Nationality

Any Nationality

Gender

Any

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Roles & Responsibilities

Job Requirements:

  • Hold a university degree in Islamic Shariah or a relevant specialization.
  • Possess a professional certification in Islamic finance and/or Client’s, such as AAOIFI, CIBAFI, in addition to a recognized professional insurance certificate issued by a local or international organization.
  • Have at least 10 years of experience in Shariah supervision within Islamic Financial institutions including at least 5 years Shariah supervision in Client’s insurance.
  • Excellent proficiency in both English and Arabic.

Desired Candidate Profile

Governance & Compliance

  • Ensure that the company’s operations, contracts, and product offerings comply with the principles of Islamic Shariah.
  • Develop and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive Shariah governance framework in line with Central Bank standards and AAOIFI guidelines.
  • Monitor the implementation of Fatwas, guidelines, and decisions issued by the ISSC.
  • Identify any Shariah non-compliance issues and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

ISSC Secretariat & Liaison

  • Act as the secretary and coordinator for the Internal Shariah Supervision Committee.
  • Prepare and submit documentation and reports for ISSC meetings.
  • Ensure timely execution of ISSC resolutions and provide periodic reports to senior management.

Shariah Consultation and Research

  • Provide expert Shariah consultation to various departments, particularly in underwriting, investment, claims, and product development.
  • Conduct Shariah research to support innovation and ensure alignment with contemporary Islamic finance practices.
  • Contribute to the development of new Shariah-compliant concepts and business strategies.

Shariah Reviews & Audits

  • Lead periodic Shariah reviews and audits to evaluate compliance in underwriting, investments, re-Client’s, claims processing, and all operational activities.
  • Identify Shariah non-compliances and propose corrective measures.

Product Review & Approval

  • Review and approve new and existing Client’s products and services from a Shariah perspective.
  • Work closely with the Product Development and Legal departments to ensure all documentation (contracts, policies, brochures) align with Shariah rulings.

Training & Awareness

  • Conduct internal training programs and awareness sessions for staff on Shariah compliance and Client’s principles across the Company.

Regulatory Reporting

  • Ensure timely submission of all required Shariah compliance reports to the Central Bank and other regulatory authorities.
  • Keep abreast of regulatory changes and ensure the company’s Shariah practices are aligned with updated laws and guidelines.

Employment Type

    Full Time

Department / Functional Area

Keywords

  • Sharia Compliance
  • Sharia Specialist
  • Islamic Finance
  • Sharia Auditor
  • Islamic Finance Officer

Disclaimer: Naukrigulf.com is only a platform to bring jobseekers & employers together. Applicants are advised to research the bonafides of the prospective employer independently. We do NOT endorse any requests for money payments and strictly advice against sharing personal or bank related information. We also recommend you visit Security Advice for more information. If you suspect any fraud or malpractice, email us at abuse@naukrigulf.com

SUNDUS MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY & STUDIES BUREAUL.L.C

Rec Agency

Mr Sufyan - Consultant

Abu Dhabi Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE)

https://www.sundusrecruitment.com

Similar Jobs

AML Compliance Officer

General Finance Accountant

View All