Manager Shari’ah Compliance (UAE National)

Job overview: Commercial Bank of Dubai is seeking a Manager Shari'ah Compliance to join its banking team in the United Arab Emirates. Oversee ongoing Shari’ah compliance monitoring for the bank’s Islamic banking activities. The role supports adherence to guidance issued by the Higher Shari’ah Authority and the Central Bank of the UAE through structured planning, review and reporting. The successful candidate will work with colleagues and stakeholders to support reliable service, sound decisions and the bank’s operating standards. This position is reserved for a UAE National.

Key responsibilities

• Develop an annual Shari’ah review plan for approval through the relevant governance bodies.
• Plan and scope reviews by gathering information and defining objectives, methodology and the activities to be examined.
• Assess applicable regulatory requirements, Shari’ah resolutions, policies, procedures and potential non-compliance risks.
• Conduct or coordinate reviews of Islamic banking products, services, processes and related supporting evidence.
• Document findings, discuss observations with relevant stakeholders and track agreed corrective measures.
• Provide reports and updates to management and support governance and regulatory review requirements.

Requirements and qualifications

• Relevant experience in Shari’ah compliance, Islamic banking, internal review or financial-services compliance is beneficial.
• Understanding of Shari’ah governance, regulatory requirements and the operating processes of Islamic banking is important.
• Strong analytical, documentation and stakeholder-management skills are required.
• Demonstrated ability to organise work, manage priorities and meet agreed deadlines.
• A professional approach, sound judgement and commitment to accuracy and confidentiality are important.

Skills and competencies

• Shari’ah compliance
• Islamic banking products and processes
• Regulatory review planning
• Risk and control assessment
• Governance reporting

Employment details

Employment details: This is a full time opportunity with Commercial Bank of Dubai in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position is intended for candidates who can meet the responsibilities and service standards described above. Employment conditions and compensation can be discussed during the recruitment process.