Head of Sharia Controller

Intelligent Solutions; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Dubai is seeking a Head of Sharia Controller to lead Sharia governance across all functions. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in Sharia supervision, including 5 years in Takaful insurance. Fluency in Arabic and English is required. This role involves overseeing compliance with Islamic principles and UAE Central Bank regulations while delivering expert advisory across products and processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of Sharia supervision experience, including at least 5 years in Takaful insurance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the company’s Sharia governance framework.
• Serve as ISSC Secretary, managing meetings and reports.
• Provide expert Sharia advisory across various functions.
• Conduct Sharia reviews and audits.
• Review and approve Takaful products from a Sharia perspective.
• Lead training programs on Sharia compliance.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports.

Skills

Sharia compliance

Governance frameworks

Takaful operations

Arabic proficiency

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Islamic Sharia or related discipline

Professional certifications in Islamic Finance / Takaful (AAOIFI, CIBAFI)

Job description

Job Description

General Overview

We are looking for an experienced Head of Sharia Controller for our client, a leading Islamic insurance provider in the UAE. The role will lead and oversee Sharia governance across all business functions, ensuring compliance with Islamic principles and UAE Central Bank regulations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Sharia compliance, governance frameworks, and Takaful operations, with the ability to provide strategic guidance and uphold the organization’s Sharia integrity across products, investments, and business processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the company’s Sharia governance framework, ensuring adherence to UAE Central Bank and AAOIFI standards.
• Serve as ISSC Secretary, managing meetings, preparing reports, and ensuring timely implementation of Sharia resolutions.
• Provide expert Sharia advisory across underwriting, investments, claims, and product development.
• Conduct Sharia reviews and audits, identifying and addressing areas of non-compliance.
• Review and approve Takaful products, contracts, and documentation from a Sharia perspective.
• Lead training and awareness programs to promote Sharia compliance and ethical conduct.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and remain updated with evolving Islamic finance regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Islamic Sharia or a related discipline.
• Professional certifications in Islamic Finance / Takaful (AAOIFI, CIBAFI) and a recognized insurance qualification.
• Minimum 10 years of Sharia supervision experience, including at least 5 years in Takaful insurance.
• Strong proficiency in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Open to candidates from the UAE, Egypt, Malaysia, or Indonesia.