AVP - Islamic Products
Job Snapshot
Role: AVP - Islamic Products
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Banking
Function: Product Development
Experience: Mid to senior level banking and Islamic finance experience
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
AVP - Islamic Products in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is a strong hiring opportunity within the Banking industry for professionals specializing in Product Development and Islamic banking solutions. This role supports First Abu Dhabi Bank by strengthening Shariah-compliant product offerings, supporting Islamic finance strategy, and acting as the primary point of contact for Islamic product development across Global Transaction Banking and international banking operations.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Banking
Function: Product Development
Salary: 22000-36000
ONLY if salary is NOT provided: Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
This position plays a critical role in supporting the Islamic Product team by managing Shariah-compliant product propositions and ensuring Islamic finance solutions are aligned with business growth objectives. The selected professional will work closely with multiple business units to support product structuring, compliance alignment, and the expansion of Islamic banking offerings across local and international markets.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the Head of Islamic Products in managing the bank’s Shariah-compliant product portfolio
* Act as the first point of contact for Islamic product offerings across various business units of the bank
* Strengthen Islamic finance product propositions across Global Transaction Banking and international banking operations
* Assist in the design, review, and enhancement of Islamic banking products and services
* Ensure all Islamic product structures align with Shariah principles and internal governance requirements
* Coordinate with business teams to identify opportunities for new Islamic product development and market expansion
* Support product approvals, documentation, and internal alignment for Shariah-compliant offerings
* Work closely with compliance, legal, treasury, and operations teams to ensure product readiness and execution
* Assist in developing Islamic product frameworks that support customer needs and commercial growth
* Monitor market trends and competitor offerings to improve product competitiveness and innovation
* Support stakeholder engagement across domestic and international teams for seamless Islamic banking solutions
* Contribute to training and awareness initiatives related to Islamic finance products within the bank
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, Business Administration, or related discipline
* Strong experience in Islamic banking, Islamic finance product management, or Shariah-compliant banking solutions
* Good understanding of Islamic finance principles, Shariah structures, and banking product frameworks
* Experience in Global Transaction Banking, trade finance, or international banking products is preferred
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with product structuring capability
* Good stakeholder management skills across business, legal, compliance, and operations teams
* Strong communication and presentation abilities with professional commercial awareness
Skills Set
* Product Development
* Islamic banking
* Shariah-compliant products
* Islamic finance structuring
* Global Transaction Banking
* Product governance
* Trade finance support
* Stakeholder coordination
* Regulatory and compliance alignment
* Banking product enhancement
Why Join Us
* Join one of the UAE’s leading financial institutions with a strong Islamic banking platform
* Work on strategic Islamic finance products across local and international markets
* Gain strong exposure to senior banking leadership and product innovation initiatives
* Competitive salary package with excellent long-term career progression opportunities
* Collaborate with cross-functional teams across treasury, legal, compliance, and business units
* Build a rewarding banking career with a bank known for innovation, stability, and financial excellence
About the Company
First Abu Dhabi Bank is the UAE’s largest bank and one of the world’s leading financial institutions, providing a full range of corporate, retail, investment, and private banking services. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, FAB combines strong regional expertise with global reach, delivering innovative financial solutions and trusted customer relationships across the Middle East and international markets.



