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Responsible to lead and coordinate the business efforts in the Islamic Core Banking implementation during various project phases such as Requirements & Gap Analysis, Business Process Definition & Parameterization, Customization, Testing and post go-live support
Coordinate the detailed requirements about various products, characteristics, control and monitoring requirements, end to end process details and expected process improvements

A leading regional financial institution are looking for an experienced professional to head up and build their Treasury and Middle Office Function.

The candidate:

- Should have a strong and relevant academic background
- Must have a minimum of 10 years related experience working in Treasury and Middle Office functions dealing with limit management and P&L reconciliation

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An experienced Technical Services Support Manager to help International sites from implementation of telecommunication links through to after live support.

A background in Infrastructure/ Data Centre build within a bank (ideally) would be ideal for this role.

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The ideal candidate will have knowledge of the platform they work on (Phoenix), however similar core banking system (i-Flex/ Tenemos) knowledge will be acceptable. You must have knowledge and experience developing general banking products (Loans/ Trading).

Proven leadership skills along with strong communication skills (Arabic and English) is essential for this role.

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•Manage the staff assigned to the level determined by senior management.
•Maintain revamp (Retail & Corporate) existing Asset Products to support all businesses of the Bank keeping in view the bank’s strategic focus
•Maintain & revamp (Retail & Corporate) existing Liability Products to support all businesses of the bank keeping in view the bank’s strategic focus
•Launch and implement new and innovative Shari’a compliant products (both Assets & Liabilities, retail and corporate) developed around market needs customer perceptions and the Bank’s requirement.
•Partner with Retail and Corporate Teams for strategic tie-ups with companies/organizations and prepare special Shari’a package/product offers.

•To oversee the Treasury Division of the Bank and to ensure that the Division manages the Bank's profit rate, foreign exchange and liquidity risks within the limits and authorizations laid-down by the Board, Central Bank guidelines and other guidelines and authorizations issued by relevant committees.

Conceptual understanding of both Conventional structured products and Islamic finance

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Responsible to lead and coordinate the business efforts in the Islamic Core Banking implementation during various project phases such as Requirements & Gap Analysis, Business Process Definition & Parameterization, Customization, Testing and post go-live support
Coordinate the detailed requirements about various products, characteristics, control and monitoring requirements, end to end process details and expected process improvements.

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- To ensure the day to day processing of Vanilla and Complex Islamic transactions are performed in accordance with written procedures.

- To process Treasury Securities business and to rotate functions on a regular basis in order to ensure continued proficiency in each task.

- Interact with Front, Middle and Back Offices across various Business lines in the Bank to ensure accurate trade capture and settlement.

- Build & maintain Islamic Confirmation Templates from Client & Broker Master Agreements across all Islamic business lines

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The Islamic banking arm of a leading regional bank is looking for an experienced Product Manager to join their Wealth Management team.

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•To start, structure and drive the asset management business, products and services.
•Analyze potential fixed income and real estate (residential, commercial, or industrial) opportunities in order to assist in business development or growth of the real estate portfolio.
•Prepare and review the offer documents.

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This is a lead role, so only apply if you have deep relationships in Qatar with a lot of experience in the GCC. Arabic speakers/GCC nationals is a benefit but not essential. Department: Corporate Clients/ Commercial Clients/ Financial Institutions/Government/quasi-Government/International Banking Division: Relationship Management Group: Wholesale Banking

High command of broad product range for credit, investment banking, transaction banking and Islamic banking products

Role:

• Provide expert advice and support to Head, Islamic Banking in relation to Islamic Banking’s financial position and control.
• Ensure that the organisation delivers reasonable returns on shareholders’ capital.
• Understand the needs and functions of Islamic Banking SBUs/SFUs to develop an effective management information system to support the Bank’s goals.
• Oversee the SBU/SFU financial reporting needs and requirements and provide timely and accurate financial information to aid decision making.
• Ensure appropriate cascading of business targets to the SBU.
• Strategic planning and control to help achieve financial goals and targets of the SBU.

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An Islamic financial institution is looking for an Investment Manager to join their team in Bahrain. The ideal candidate will be familiar with entire investment cycle and will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating and screening potential investment opportunities in the GCC, Middle East and other regions.

Job Purpose

•To contribute to the growth in volume & earnings of Bank’s Corporate Banking business and ensuring a healthy Corporate Banking portfolio.
Key Responsibilities:

•Develop and nurture relationships with assigned companies Acts in an advisory role to the client fostering responsible banking.
•Seek to grow the business volume & earnings while maximizing customer satisfaction
•Handle relationships through regular meetings with clients and establish their current and future financial needs.

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Exclusively with Hays Financial Markets

Head of Risk
Islamic Investment Bank – London
Competitive salary with benefits package & pension

My client, a boutique and high-performing Islamic Investment Bank, is currently seeking an outstanding individual to head up their Risk function.

Having set up in London approximately 5 years ago, the Bank has developed into a successful and dynamic institution with established business lines and service offerings. The Bank is comprised of four main business units: Asset Management, Corporate Finance, Real Estate and Treasury.

This top 20 City firm deals with a broad range of UK and international transactional work including structured finance and securitisation, debt capital markets, Islamic finance/sukuk and derivatives for banks, insurers, rating agencies and corporations.

It seeks a solicitor with at least three years' post-qualification experience in structured finance and securitisation. The right applicant will want to continue to have variety in their daily work and to be willing to support other areas, including debt capital markets and derivatives.

A leading progressive Islamic bank that embraces innovation and values creativity is recruiting for a Project Manager for its Head Office in Abu Dhabi

Key Skills and Experience:

At least 5+ years experience in the capacity of a project manager
PMP or Prince2 certification is highly desirable.
Experience in managing multiple project concurrently

Reporting to the CEO at it’s headquarters in Bahrain, the person will be responsible initially for managing a small team with a strong focus to develop it’s business in the Asiapac.

Able to identify new markets and establish relationships with FI’s

One of the most respected global Islamic Banks requires a Chief Economist reporting to the Bank’s president to provide intellectual leadership and guidance to the groups development strategy and economic research agenda at Global, Regional and Country Levels.

Responsibilities:
· Provide the overall direction of the Bank keeping in mind the best interests of shareholders, customers & employees.
· Develop, manage and execute the operational plans based on strategic plans set and agreed with the Board.
· Maximize growth and profitability in a manner consistent with Sharia principles and standards.
· Balance Sheet Management, Capital Adequacy (ALCO) and Risk Management.