HEAD OF SHARIA AUDIT
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About the Role
Takaful Emarat seeks an experienced Head of Sharia Audit to lead the Sharia audit function, ensuring compliance with Sharia principles and regulatory requirements. The role involves developing audit plans, conducting independent audits, and reporting to senior management.
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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
- 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
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Sharia, Islamic Finance, Accounting, Auditing, or related discipline
- 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
- Professional certification in Islamic Finance, Sharia Audit, Internal Audit, or related field preferred
- Excellent analytical, auditing, and risk assessment skills
- Strong report writing, communication, and stakeholder management abilities
- High ethical standards, integrity, and attention to detail
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Role Overview
- We are seeking an experienced and highly knowledgeable Head of Sharia Audit to lead and oversee the Company's Sharia audit function.
- The successful candidate will ensure that all business activities, products, operations, and processes comply with Sharia principles, regulatory requirements, and internal governance standards.
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.
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