Junior Executive /Senior Operations Assistant - Islamic Finance

We seek a competent, detail-oriented, and proactive professional to join our team as a Junior Executive / Senior Operations Assistant - Islamic Finance Operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and maintaining the operational and compliance requirements of Islamic Finance Operations, ensuring that business objectives are achieved while safeguarding business continuity and adhering to applicable regulatory, risk management and AAOIFI compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Islamic Finance policies, procedures and operational guidelines are current and well maintained

• Communicate operational, regulatory and compliance changes to relevant stake-holders

• Coordinate periodic audits and Shariah Supervisory Board meetings

• Ensure accurate and timely calculation and publication of monthly profit-sharing ra-tios

• Support the development, implementation and staff training of new Islamic Finance products

• Monitor operational compliance with regulatory requirements and Shari'a principles

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency

• Conduct stakeholder awareness sessions and training programmes

• Track compliance deviations, audit completion, product development, training activi-ties and process improvements

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) qualification

• A Bachelor's degree in Business Management would be an added advantage.

• A relevant professional qualification in Islamic Finance, Banking, Finance or a related field would be an added advantage

• Minimum two years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in Islamic Finance Op-erations or Banking

Key Skills and Attributes

• Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills

• Sound computer literacy and proficiency in relevant office applications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail

• Effective communication and coordination skills

• Strong organisational and time-management abilities

• Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities

• Knowledge of Islamic Finance principles, operational procedures and compliance re-quirements would be an advantage