Associate Director, Shariah Consultancy

IBFIM; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

IBFIM is seeking an Associate Director in Kuala Lumpur to lead Shariah advisory and SGRC engagements, oversee delivery, governance, and client engagements.

The role requires expert Shariah knowledge, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to supervise and develop teams while enhancing consultancy methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Shariah or related discipline is required.

Responsibilities

• Support development and implementation of business development strategies to drive revenue growth and expand consultancy services.

Skills

Business development

Client engagement

Consultancy management

Shariah advisory

Training & knowledge development

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Communication skills

Team leadership

Client relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Shariah / Islamic Studies / Law (with Shariah)

Master's degree or relevant certifications in Shariah / Islamic jurisprudence

Job description

1. Business Development & Client Engagement

Support the development and implementation of business development strategies to drive revenue growth and expand consultancy services.

Identify new business opportunities, emerging client needs, and market developments.

Prepare and review proposals, scopes of services, fee quotations, and other business development materials.

Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective clients.

Participate in client meetings, stakeholder engagements, and business development activities.

2. Consultancy Engagement Management

Plan, coordinate, and monitor consultancy engagements to ensure timely and effective delivery.

Coordinate resource allocation and workload distribution across multiple engagements.

Monitor project progress, identify challenges, and elevate significant issues where necessary.

Guide team members and review deliverables to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency.

Identify opportunities to improve consultancy methodologies and service delivery processes.

3. Shariah Consultancy & Technical Oversight

Oversee the delivery of Shariah Advisory and Shariah Governance, Risk and Compliance (SGRC) engagements in accordance with agreed requirements.

Provide senior-level Shariah input and guidance on complex matters, including the application of Shariah principles, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

Review consultancy deliverables to ensure technical quality and consistency with applicable requirements and the IBFIM Shariah Advisory Manual (ISAM).

Keep abreast of Shariah and regulatory developments relevant to the Department's services.

Support the enhancement of technical capabilities and consultancy methodologies.

4. Client-Specific Training & Knowledge Development

Support the development and delivery of customised training programmes in Shariah, Islamic finance, and related areas.

Review training materials and technical references to ensure accuracy and relevance.

Incorporate industry developments, research findings, and practical consultancy experience into training programmes.

Support client-specific knowledge-sharing initiatives.

Guide, supervise, coach, and mentor team members to enhance their capabilities and professional development.

Support workload planning, performance monitoring, and resource management.

Contribute to departmental business planning, reporting, and strategic initiatives.

Collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to facilitate effective service delivery.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Shariah, Islamic Studies, Law (with Shariah), Islamic Finance, or a related discipline.

A Master's Degree and/or relevant professional certifications in Shariah, Islamic jurisprudence, or related fields will be an advantage.

At least 9 years of relevant working experience in Shariah advisory or related fields.

Strong expertise in Shariah principles and their application across financial and non-financial sectors.

Demonstrated experience in Shariah advisory, technical review, consultancy engagement delivery, or related professional assignments.

Strong stakeholder management, project coordination, and communication skills.

Ability to supervise, guide, and develop team members.

Business development and client relationship management skills will be an advantage.

IBFIM is a lifelong learning institution which specialises in industry technical certifications. The certifications are designed to ensure attainment of technical proficiency levels to fulfil jobs requirement and support professionalisation of the industry. IBFIM key programmes are developed based on IBFIM Qualifications Framework and are accorded Full Accreditation by the Finance Accreditation Agency to maintain the quality and provide progressive career route for the certificate holders.

IBFIM learning modules are customisable to fulfil the specific needs of the clients within the Islamic financial institutions specifically as well as other sectors engaging in Islamic finance.

IBFIM also offer joint-programmes with relevant industry professional bodies and collaborate with academic institutions in its effort to prepare talent for the industry. IBFIM programmes are delivered via classroom and online learning. IBFIM’s Islamic finance publications and advisory services are also available in supporting the industry’s talent development initiative.

IBFIM is a lifelong learning institution which specialises in industry technical certifications. The certifications are designed to ensure attainment of technical proficiency levels to fulfil jobs requirement and support professionalisation of the industry. IBFIM key programmes are developed based on IBFIM Qualifications Framework and are accorded Full Accreditation by the Finance Accreditation Agency to maintain the quality and provide progressive career route for the certificate holders.

IBFIM learning modules are customisable to fulfil the specific needs of the clients within the Islamic financial institutions specifically as well as other sectors engaging in Islamic finance.

IBFIM also offer joint-programmes with relevant industry professional bodies and collaborate with academic institutions in its effort to prepare talent for the industry. IBFIM programmes are delivered via classroom and online learning. IBFIM’s Islamic finance publications and advisory services are also available in supporting the industry’s talent development initiative.

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