Sharia Compliance & Testing Manager

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank is seeking a Manager - Shari’a Assessment & Testing in Abu Dhabi. The role ensures Shari’a compliance across the ADIB Group by monitoring activities and aligning with HSA, ISSC, and CBUAE standards.

Key duties include developing the Annual Plan, conducting detailed Shari’a reviews, producing reports for committees, and guiding remediation when needed. Strong leadership, Arabic/English fluency, and AAOIFI/CIPA certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Shari’a/Islamic banking or equivalent.
• Proven Shari’a compliance or audit experience.
• AAOIFI CSAA and/or CIPA certifications.
• Strong knowledge of AAOIFI Shari’a Standards.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Arabic and English proficiency.
• Leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor HSA resolutions and CBUAE standards across the group.
• Oversee annual Shari’a assessment plan and testing.
• Conduct Shari’a monitoring across multiple units.
• Prepare comprehensive review reports for committees and stakeholders.
• Coordinate with risk, operations and business units to remediate issues.
• Supervise action plans from field reviews.
• Refine and implement SCD policies and procedures.
• Support execution teams to ensure high Shari’a standards.

Skills

Shari'a compliance

Leadership

Communication

Risk-based approach

GRC platform

Monitoring

Report writing

Analytical skills

Arabic

English

Education

Bachelor's in Sharia

Tools

GRC software

Job description

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank is seeking a Manager - Shari’a Assessment & Testing in Abu Dhabi. The role ensures Shari’a compliance across the ADIB Group by monitoring activities and aligning with HSA, ISSC, and CBUAE standards.

Key duties include developing the Annual Plan, conducting detailed Shari’a reviews, producing reports for committees, and guiding remediation when needed. Strong leadership, Arabic/English fluency, and AAOIFI/CIPA certifications are preferred.