The Islamic Banking Regional Specialist is responsible for growing Absa’s Islamic Banking customer base in the region against targets
Job Summary
The Islamic Banking Regional Specialist is responsible for growing Absa’s Islamic Banking customer base in the region against targets.
The role focuses on delivering support on Islamic Banking solutions across Retail, Business Banking, and Corporate clients, ensuring full adherence to Absa’s Shari’ah governance framework and regulatory requirements.
The incumbent will work closely with internal stakeholders and external community, industry, and institutional partners to strengthen Absa’s Islamic Banking presence in the region.
Matching Summary
The Islamic Banking Regional Specialist is responsible for growing Absa’s Islamic Banking customer base in the region against targets.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Islamic Banking solutions expertise
Shari’ah governance adherence
Client acquisition and pipeline management
Credit and risk management knowledge
Collaboration with internal stakeholders
Compliance with regulatory requirements
Nice-to-have
Client education on Islamic principles
Community and industry stakeholder engagement
Market insight and feedback provision
Key Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related field
5–7 years sales and commercialization experience in banking
Demonstrable exposure to Islamic Banking products
Islamic Finance qualification preferred
Strong understanding of credit and risk management