Head of Sharia Audit Quality & Governance

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC is seeking a Head of Quality Assurance to lead Shari’a audit governance and assurance. You will drive risk-based planning, oversee internal Shari’a controls, and ensure compliance with HSA/AAOIFI standards. The role involves reporting to Board Audit Committee and coordinating with ISAG, GIA, and Compliance teams.

The position requires 7–10 years of audit experience, professional certifications, and strong IT skills. Location is Abu Dhabi with an on-site work setup.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a reputable institute is required.
• Ca, CIA or CSAA certifications are preferred.
• Experience in external/internal Shari’a audit and Big 4 is desirable.
• IT skills in MS Office are essential for reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Shari’a audit governance and assurance activities.
• Lead risk-based annual Shari’a audit planning with BIS units.
• Ensure compliance with HSA, AAOIFI, and ISSC requirements.
• Review Fatwas/resolutions and monitor Shari’a controls.
• Develop QA processes and continuous improvement framework.
• Coordinate with GIA and Compliance for CB-UAE requirements.
• Supervise ISAG dashboards and quarterly reporting.

Skills

Big 4 Audit experience

Shari’a Audit

Internal Audit

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Chartered Accountant

CIA (IIA)

CSAA (AAOIFI‑Bahrain)

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC is seeking a Head of Quality Assurance to lead Shari’a audit governance and assurance. You will drive risk-based planning, oversee internal Shari’a controls, and ensure compliance with HSA/AAOIFI standards. The role involves reporting to Board Audit Committee and coordinating with ISAG, GIA, and Compliance teams.

The position requires 7–10 years of audit experience, professional certifications, and strong IT skills. Location is Abu Dhabi with an on-site work setup.