Sharia Compliance & Testing Manager

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi seeks a Manager to lead Shari’a Assessment & Testing, ensuring ongoing compliance with HSA resolutions, ISSC guidance, and CBUAE regulations. The role requires expertise in Islamic banking, audits, and risk-based reviews.

You will manage detailed Shari’a monitoring, report findings to committees, and drive action plans across units, with strong leadership and coordination across stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Shari’a/Islamic banking or equivalent.
• AAOIFI CSAA and/or CIPA certifications (or equivalent).
• 7+ years of experience in Shari’a related functions (compliance/audit/consultation).
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Fluent in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Shari’a compliance with HSA resolutions, ISSC resolutions and CBUAE standards.
• Oversee Shari’a monitoring and assurance reviews across business units.
• Prepare detailed reports on review findings for stakeholders and committees.
• Supervise action plans and ensure timely implementation of Shari’a issues.
• Coordinate with risk, operations and business units to maintain Shari’a compliance.

Skills

Shari’a Compliance

Shari’a Audit

Leadership

Arabic & English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Shari’a/Islamic banking or equivalent

Job description

Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank PJSC in Abu Dhabi seeks a Manager to lead Shari’a Assessment & Testing, ensuring ongoing compliance with HSA resolutions, ISSC guidance, and CBUAE regulations. The role requires expertise in Islamic banking, audits, and risk-based reviews.

You will manage detailed Shari’a monitoring, report findings to committees, and drive action plans across units, with strong leadership and coordination across stakeholders.