Head of Shariah Governance & Internal Control – Takaful

AlFuttaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 390,600 - 669,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to advanced Islamic finance frameworks

Job summary

AlFuttaim in Dubai is seeking a Head of Internal Shariah Control to lead governance and compliance functions in Takaful insurance. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in Islamic financial institutions and at least 5 years in Shariah supervision.

Key responsibilities include ensuring Shariah compliance across all operations, leading control frameworks, and overseeing audits. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Islamic Shariah, professional certification, and excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth in a leading organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in Islamic financial institutions.
• At least 5 years of experience in Shariah supervision within Takaful insurance.
• Excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full Shariah compliance across all products, services, and operational processes.
• Lead the development and implementation of internal Shariah control frameworks.
• Liaise with the Internal Shariah Supervisory Committee and implement approved resolutions.
• Oversee Shariah audit and control functions across business units.
• Monitor compliance with Islamic finance standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Shariah compliance and governance

Takaful insurance principles

Regulatory compliance and audit

Risk management and internal control

Communication and stakeholder engagement

Policy development and implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Islamic Shariah or related specialization

Professional certification in Shariah supervision or Takaful insurance

Job description

AlFuttaim in Dubai is seeking a Head of Internal Shariah Control to lead governance and compliance functions in Takaful insurance. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in Islamic financial institutions and at least 5 years in Shariah supervision.

Key responsibilities include ensuring Shariah compliance across all operations, leading control frameworks, and overseeing audits. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Islamic Shariah, professional certification, and excellent communication skills in Arabic and English.

This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career growth in a leading organization.