Senior Sharia Compliance & Advisory Consultant

ADIB; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

ADIB, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Group, seeks an experienced Shari'a consultant to support GTB, FI and Trades businesses in all Shari'a inquiries and compliance.

Candidates will review structures, products and IT materials for Shari'a alignment and ensure adherence to AAOIFI standards, HSA, ISSC resolutions, and CBUAE governance. This role requires deep Islamic banking expertise and strong bilingual communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Islamic Studies or Islamic banking and finance.
• High level knowledge of AAOIFI Shari'a Standards.
• Verbal and written English and Arabic communication.
• Analytical thinking and teamwork.
• Good knowledge of MS Office programs.
• 12+ years in Islamic banking, with at least 5 years in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Act as Shari'a consultant for all Shari'a inquiries related to GTB, FI and Trades business
• Review new structures, products, financings and services for Shari'a compliance
• Review policies, procedures, SOPs, forms and documents from a Shari'a perspective
• Review IT systems, promotions and marketing materials from a Shari'a perspective
• Provide ongoing Shari'a advisory support on day-to-day operations
• Ensure consultations align with HSA and ISSC resolutions and CBUAE Shari'a Governance Standard

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

English & Arabic communication

Education

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

Tools

MS Office

Job description

ADIB, Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Group, seeks an experienced Shari'a consultant to support GTB, FI and Trades businesses in all Shari'a inquiries and compliance.

Candidates will review structures, products and IT materials for Shari'a alignment and ensure adherence to AAOIFI standards, HSA, ISSC resolutions, and CBUAE governance. This role requires deep Islamic banking expertise and strong bilingual communication.