Head of Operations (Islamic / Non-Interest Finance House) at Westfield Consulting

Job Summary

• The Head of Operations is responsible for leading and managing all operational functions of the Islamic Finance House in line with Shariah principles, regulatory requirements, and the institution’s strategic objectives.
• The role ensures seamless and compliant execution of all back-office and support processes including account operations, financing operations (Murabaha, Ijara, etc.), customer service, transaction processing, and digital banking infrastructure.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years experience in banking/financial services, with at least 5 years in operations management within an Islamic or non-interest financial institution.
• Professional certifications in Islamic finance (e.g., CIFP, AAOIFI, or IFQ) are highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of Islamic finance principles, structures, and operational requirements.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in Nigeria (CBN, NDIC, FRCN, etc.).