Unit Head, Shariah Reporting & Special Projects

Recruit AI; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 3,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

National Bank of Pakistan is seeking a Unit Head - Shariah Reporting & Special Projects (AVP) based in Karachi. You will review Islamic banking products from a Shariah perspective and ensure compliant financial reporting.

You will coordinate with Shariah Board, Internal Audit and External Auditors, manage data and prepare management reports, and support SBP/AAOIFI regulatory requirements. This is a contractual assignment for three years under Bank's policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum graduation or equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Master’s degree and/or certifications preferred.
• Experience in Islamic banking or Shariah related qualifications is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review accounting and financial reporting from a Shariah perspective.
• Ensure proper presentation/disclosure of Islamic assets and income.
• Assess Shariah basis of new products and transactions.
• Identify non‑Shariah compliant income and purification actions.
• Act as Finance focal point for Shariah and IFRS requirements.
• Coordinate with Shariah Board, Internal Audit and External Auditors.
• Maintain tracker of Shariah observations and remediation status.
• Prepare responses, reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Ensure GL mapping and reporting are addressed before launch.
• Develop/update Finance policies related to Shariah compliant reporting.
• Maintain repository of Fatwas and related implications.
• Prepare periodic management reports on Shariah issues and regulatory developments.
• Handle other assignments as required by supervisors.

Skills

Shariah knowledge

IFRS & SBP

AAOIFI standards

Data analytics

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Graduation or equivalent

Master's degree / certifications preferred

Job description

National Bank of Pakistan is seeking a Unit Head - Shariah Reporting & Special Projects (AVP) based in Karachi. You will review Islamic banking products from a Shariah perspective and ensure compliant financial reporting.

You will coordinate with Shariah Board, Internal Audit and External Auditors, manage data and prepare management reports, and support SBP/AAOIFI regulatory requirements. This is a contractual assignment for three years under Bank's policies.