Associate Sharia Consultation Executive - International Branches & Special Projects

About the role

ADIB Group is looking for an Associate Sharia Consultation Executive based in Abu Dhabi to support its Global Trade Bank (GTB), Financial Institutions (FI) and Trades businesses. The role provides or assists with Shari'a consultations and reviews policies, procedures, structures, products and documentation in line with the Higher Shari'a Authority (HAS) and the Internal Shari'a Supervisory Committee (ISSC), and in accordance with the CBUAE Shari'a Governance Standard.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a Shari'a consultant for all Shari'a inquiries and matters related to GTB, FI and Trades business.
• Review new financing structures, funding products and services offered or used by GTB, FI and Trades.
• Review policies and procedures (SOPs and PPGs) related to products, transactions and services.
• Review documents and forms related to products, transactions and services.
• Review IT systems, promotions and marketing materials from a Shari'a perspective.
• Provide ongoing Shari'a advice and support for day-to-day operations.
• Carry out reviews independently to at least 60-75% and comply with HAS, ISSC and CBUAE standards and ADIB's internal charters and policies.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the line manager.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Islamic Studies or equivalent in Islamic banking and finance.
• 12+ years of experience in the Islamic banking industry, including at least 5+ years in a similar role.
• Verbal and written English and Arabic communication skills.
• Analytical thinking and teamwork skills.

Required skills

• High-level knowledge of AAOIFI Shari'a Standards.
• Good knowledge of MS Office programs.