Associate Sharia Consultation Executive - Int''l branches & Special Project

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank is seeking an Associate Sharia Consultation Executive for Int'l branches & Special Projects in Abu Dhabi. You will provide and review Shari’a consultations and ensure alignment with HAS, ISSC, and CBUAE Shari’a Governance standards across GTB, FI, and Trades units.

The role emphasizes independent assessment (60-75%) and policy/structure reviews at the ADIB Group level. The candidate should have a strong background in Islamic banking with 12+ years experience, plus a

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Islamic studies or equivalent in Islamic banking and finance.
• High level knowledge of AAOIFI Shari’a Standards.
• Verbal and written English and Arabic communication skills.
• Analytical thinking and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as a Shari’a consultant for all Shari’a inquiries and matters related to GTB, FI and Trades business in ADIB Group.
• Review policies, procedures, and Shari’a structures related to products and services for ADIB Group.
• Review IT systems and marketing materials from a Shari’a perspective.
• Provide ongoing Shari’a advisory support in line with HAS and ISSC resolutions and CBUAE standards.

Skills

Shariah consulting

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

English & Arabic communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Islamic Studies or equivalent in Islamic banking and finance

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job description

Role : Associate Sharia Consultation Executive - Int'l branches & Special Project

Location : Abu Dhabi

Role Purpose: To provide or assist with Shari’a consultations to GTB, FI, Trades at ADIB Group level and review or assist policies and procedures, Shari’a structures, products and documentation related to their business. To provide Shari’a consultations and Shari’a review services in line with the resolutions of Higher Shari’a Authority (“HAS”) and the Internal Shari’a Supervisory Committee (“ISSC”) and in accordance with CBUAE Shari’a Governance Standard.

Key Accountabilities of the role

1. Act as a Shari’a consultant for all Shari’a inquiries and matters related to GTB, FI and Trades business in ADIB Group.
2. Act as a Shari’a consultant in reviewing all new structures and products of financings, obtaining funds, and services offered or used by GTB, FI and Trades business at ADIB Group level.
3. Act as a Shari’a consultant in reviewing policies and procedures (SOPs and PPGs) related to products, transactions and services provided or used by GTB, FI, and Trades business at ADIB Group level.
4. Act as a Shari’a consultant in reviewing all types of documents and forms related to products, transactions and services provided or used by GTB, FI, and Trades business or needed for this business at ADIB Group level.
5. Reviewing, from a Shari’a perspective, the IT systems related to GTB, FI, and Trades business.
6. Reviewing, from Shari’a perspective promotions and marketing materials and publications related to the above business.
7. Provide in general an effective Shari’a advisory and continuous support on any arising Shari’a issues that may impact the day-to-day operations for the above business activities.
8. Provide the above Shari’a consultations and conduct the above Shari’a review in line with the resolutions of HSA and ISSC, and in compliance with the requirements of CBUAE Shari’a Governance Standard and related ADIB’s internal charters and policies.
9. Provide the above Shari’a consultations and review in an independent approach up to not less than 60-75%.
10. Ensure professional behavior and attitude.
11. Comply with any additional tasks, which could be assigned by the line manager.

Specialist Skills / Technical Knowledge Required for this role:

• Bachelor degree Islamic Studies or equivalent in Islamic banking and finance.
  High level of knowledge of AAOIFI Shari’a Standards
  Verbal and written English and Arabic communication skills
  Analytical thinking and teamwork skills.
  Good level of knowledge in MS programs.
• Previous experience required (if any)
  12+ years in the Islamic banking industry with at least 5+ years in a similar role