| Position | Islamic Banking Expert |
| Posted | 2025 December 12 |
| Expired | 2026 January 11 |
| Company | Baker Tilly Kuwait |
| Location | Kuwait City | KW |
| Job Type | Full Time |
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* Job Requirements for Islamic Banking Expert# Job Requirements for Islamic Banking Expert| | || --- | --- || Workplace | In-house || Work Address | Sharq – Khaled Ibn Al Waleed Street, 25 February Tower, 19th Floor || Employment Type | Full Time || Job Level | Mid-High Level || Business Area | Accounting |## Job Description| | || --- | --- || Job Objective | The Islamic Banking Expert will play a pivotal role in supporting the Lead Consultant and project team during the transformation of a conventional bank into a Shariah-compliant Islamic bank. The role requires deep knowledge of Islamic finance principles, AAOIFI/IFSB standards, and Central Bank regulatory requirements, combined with practical experience in banking operations, product development, and governance frameworks. The Expert will act as the subject-matter authority on Shariah-compliant banking products, processes, and compliance structures, ensuring the transformation aligns with international best practices and local regulatory obligations. || Job Responsibilities | 1. Advisory & Shariah Compliance * Provide expert guidance on the design, development, and implementation of Islamic banking products (e.g., Murabaha, Ijara, Istisnaa, Mudaraba, Wakala, Sukuk). * Ensure all transformation initiatives comply with Shariah standards (AAOIFI, IFSB) and local Central Bank regulations. * Support the creation of Shariah governance frameworks, including policies, procedures, and reporting structures. 2. Product & Process Transformation * Review conventional products and map them to equivalent Shariah-compliant alternatives. * Develop functional specifications, product parameterization, and process flows for Islamic banking operations. * Work with Operations to define changes required for Shariah-compliant products and contracts. || Educational Qualifications | Advanced degree in Islamic Finance, Banking, Economics, or related field. || Professional Certificates | Professional certifications preferred (e.g., AAOIFI CSAA, CSE, CPSS, CIPA, or CIBAFI certifications). || Experience (Areas of Expertise) | Minimum 8–10 years of experience in Islamic banking, with proven expertise in product development and bank transformation. Strong knowledge of AAOIFI standards, IFSB guidelines, and local regulatory frameworks. Experience in consulting, project management, or previous bank conversion projects is a strong advantage. || Reporting Line | * Direct Report To: Lead Consultant (Project Manager of the Conversion Program). * Indirect Coordination With: Shariah Advisory Committee, Internal Bank Teams (Operations, IT, Risk, Finance, Treasury). || Required Skills | * Deep understanding of Shariah-compliant financial instruments and banking operations. * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to bridge between theory (Shariah) and practice (bank operations). * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. * Fluency in Arabic and English (written and spoken). |If you are competent and interested, please mention the job title and send your resume to: careers@bakertilly.com.kw| Job title | Islamic Banking Expert | #J-18808-LjbffrAfter reading and understanding the criteria and minimum qualification requirements explained in the job information Islamic Banking Expert at the office Kuwait City above, immediately complete the job application files such as a job application letter, CV, photocopy of diploma, transcript, and other supplements as explained above. Submit via the Next Page link below.
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