The Islamic Banking Regional Specialist is responsible for growing Absa’s Islamic Banking customer base in the region against targets while ensuring full adherence to Shari’ah governance and regulatory requirements
Job Summary
The Islamic Banking Regional Specialist is responsible for growing Absa’s Islamic Banking customer base in the region against targets while ensuring full adherence to Shari’ah governance and regulatory requirements.
The role involves working closely with internal stakeholders across various business units and functions to support disciplined growth and embed Islamic Banking within mainstream client coverage.
The incumbent will engage with community, industry, and institutional stakeholders to strengthen Absa’s Islamic Banking presence and achieve financial and non-financial targets.
Matching Summary
The Islamic Banking Regional Specialist is responsible for growing Absa’s Islamic Banking customer base in the region against targets while ensuring full adherence to Shari’ah governance and regulatory requirements.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Islamic Banking solutions expertise
Shari’ah compliance management
Client acquisition and pipeline management
Credit and risk process knowledge
Stakeholder collaboration and engagement
Nice-to-have
Client education and awareness
Market insights and feedback provision
Community and industry stakeholder engagement
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 or Islamic finance products
Strong understanding of credit processes and risk management