HEAD OF SHARIA AUDIT

Overview

Head Of Sharia Audit

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the annual Sharia audit plan in alignment with regulatory and governance requirements.
• Conduct independent Sharia audits across all business functions, products, and operational activities.
• Assess compliance with approved Sharia rulings, Fatwas, and guidelines issued by the Internal Sharia Supervision Committee (ISSC).
• Evaluate the effectiveness of Sharia governance controls and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Prepare detailed audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and corrective action plans.
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and ensure timely closure of findings.
• Coordinate with regulators, external auditors, and the ISSC on Sharia compliance matters.
• Provide guidance and awareness to business units on Sharia audit requirements and best practices.
• Report significant Sharia non-compliance issues and governance concerns to senior management and relevant committees.
• Stay updated on regulatory developments, Sharia standards, and industry best practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in Sharia, Islamic Finance, Accounting, Auditing, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification in Islamic Finance, Sharia Audit, Internal Audit, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in Sharia audit, internal audit, compliance, or Islamic financial services.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations, Sharia Governance Framework, and Islamic insurance (Takaful) principles.
• Excellent analytical, auditing, and risk assessment skills.
• Strong report-writing, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and attention to detail.
• **Why Join Us?**
• **At Takaful Emarat, you will play a critical role in strengthening our Sharia governance framework and ensuring the highest standards of compliance across the organization. This is an opportunity to contribute to a leading Takaful provider committed to integrity, transparency, and ethical business practices.**