Job description

We’re Hiring | Head of Internal Shari’ah Control

? Orient Takaful

Orient Takaful is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Head of Internal Shari’ah Control to lead and manage the Company’s Shari’ah supervision and governance function in coordination with the Internal Shari’ah Supervisory Committee (ISSC).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Islamic Shari’ah or a relevant specialization
• Professional certification in Shari’ah supervision and/or Takaful insurance from a recognized Islamic finance body (e.g., Accounting and Auditing Organization for Islamic Financial Institutions (AAOIFI), General Council for Islamic Banks and Financial Institutions (CIBAFI))
• Minimum 10 years of experience in Islamic financial institutions
• At least 5 years of experience in Shari’ah supervision within Takaful insurance companies
• Excellent command of English and Arabic

Skills

Role Summary:

• Ensure full Shari’ah compliance across products, operations, and practices, providing guidance in line with ISSC resolutions and approved standards
• Strengthen internal Shari’ah control frameworks and governance structures
• Liaise closely with the Internal Shari’ah Supervisory Committee
• Communicate ISSC resolutions to the Internal Shari’ah Control Division, Internal Shari’ah Audit Division, and other relevant departments across the Company