Manager, Shariah Advisory (GETB)

Reporting to the Head of Shariah, the incumbent requires to work closely with the Shariah Committee, provide day-to-day advisory support on Shariah matters and ensuring compliance with Shariah related laws in all aspects of the Takaful business.  The Shariah Manager plays a key role in product development and maintaining the Shariah integrity of the company’s operations. 

• Provide advice on Shariah related matters to the company’s management, departments and business units.
• Ensure all takaful products, services and operational activities within the organisation is adhere to the Shariah principles and compliant.
• Work closely with product development team to ensure new products are designed in accordance with Shariah guidelines.
• Conduct research based on Shariah literatures to support product development or any other business units.
• Conduct Shariah screening and review of product structures, contracts and agreements before submission to the Shariah Committee for approval.
• Assist in drafting and reviewing Takaful contracts, ensuring they are Shariah compliant.
• Act as the liaison person between the company and the Shariah Committee, facilitating communication and the smooth functioning of the Shariah governance framework.
• Prepare and present document, proposals, and reports for the Shariah Committee’s review and decision making.
• Develop and deliver training programs to educate staff, agents, and other stakeholders on Shariah compliance and Takaful principles.
• Stay updated on changes in Shariah regulations, guidelines, and industry standards and ensure timely implementation within the company.
• Engage with external stakeholders including regulatory bodies, auditors, customers and industry players to ensure organization uphold to the Shariah standards within the industry.

• Bachelor’s degree in Shariah, Usul al-Fiqh, Fiqh al-Muamalat or other related field.  A Master’s degree or a Postgraduate diploma in Shariah Law & Practice.  Certifications in Certified Shariah Advisor (CSA), Islamic finance, or related areas are preferred.
• Has 5-7 years of experiences in Shariah law, compliance, preferably within Takaful, Islamic Finance, or related industries.
• Experience working with Shariah Committees and familiarity with Shariah governance frameworks.
• Deep knowledge of Shariah principles, Takaful operations and Islamic finance.
• Ability to analyse complex financial and operational data to ensure compliance with Shariah laws.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills to convey Shariah compliance requirements to various stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to identifying non-compliance issues and developing corrective actions.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with the Shariah Committee, management and other departments.