Shari’a Compliance Lead — Islamic Banking Standards

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank is seeking a Shari’a Compliance Officer in Abu Dhabi to ensure adherence to HSA standards and ISSC resolutions across the group. The role includes managing resolution dissemination, risk assessments, and action plans while coordinating with stakeholders to maintain robust Shari’a governance.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Shari’a/Islamic banking, relevant certifications, and strong Arabic/English communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Shari’a/Islamic banking or equivalent.
• Reasonable academic skills or experience in Shari’a compliance.
• AAOIFI CSAA and/or CIPA certifications (or equivalent certifications).
• Good knowledge of banking and Islamic banking products.
• Very good knowledge about principles of Islamic Commercial Jurisprudence, Shari’ah standards, products and Islamic banking operations
• Good knowledge and experience of AAOIFI Shari’a Standards.
• Excellent communication and presentation Skills.
• Reasonable legal and compliance background.
• Ability to balance between compliance requirements & business needs.
• Fluent/proficiency in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Assist the team leader in effectively managing and supervising the SRA unit’s various functions and the team members in accordance with applicable procedures and policies.
• Assist in disseminating and recording new HSA Resolutions and ISSC resolutions accurately.
• Analyze resolutions and input their texts into the system, including translation when required.
• Coordinate with the team leader to understand business functions and identify key stakeholders.
• Maintain an organized database of all resolutions using GRC and related systems.
• Communicate new HSA Resolutions to departments per procedures.
• Ensure clear understanding and implementation across the organization.
• Conduct gap assessments against HSA Resolutions and assess risks and controls.
• Identify areas of Shari’a non-compliance and recommend corrective actions.
• Monitor implementation of action plans from GA.
• Provide updates on obligations and issues to the team leader.
• Prepare reports/dashboards for stakeholders as per P&Ps.
• Refine ADIB’s SCD-related policies and methodologies.
• Support other SCD functions as required.

Skills

Shari'a compliance knowledge

AAOIFI CSAA/CIPA certifications

Arabic and English proficiency

Excellent communication skills

Understanding Islamic banking ops

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Shari’a/Islamic banking

AAOIFI CSAA and/or CIPA certifications

Job description

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank is seeking a Shari’a Compliance Officer in Abu Dhabi to ensure adherence to HSA standards and ISSC resolutions across the group. The role includes managing resolution dissemination, risk assessments, and action plans while coordinating with stakeholders to maintain robust Shari’a governance.

The ideal candidate holds a degree in Shari’a/Islamic banking, relevant certifications, and strong Arabic/English communication.