Sharia Audit Manager

About the role

An investment banking firm in Dubai is looking for an experienced Sharia Audit Manager with strong expertise in Islamic investment structures, multi-asset investment portfolios, Shariah governance and regulatory compliance. This is a specialist opportunity for someone with practical experience in Shariah auditing within complex Islamic investment environments involving multiple asset classes and financial structures.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct structural audits of investment Sukuk and review complex Sukuk arrangements
• Implement, review and monitor Shariah screening criteria for publicly listed equities
• Carry out Shariah risk assessments, identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports and engage with investment teams, senior management and Shariah governance committees

Required profile

• Experience in multi-asset investment portfolios, including Sukuk, public equities, private equity, venture capital, real estate, structured funds and money market instruments
• Understanding of Shariah governance frameworks, audit methodologies, compliance monitoring and internal controls
• Knowledge of Islamic finance contracts such as Murabaha, Mudarabah, Investment Wakalah and Service Wakalah
• Relevant experience in Islamic investment banks, asset management companies, investment management firms, private equity and venture capital firms, or specialist Shariah advisory and audit firms