M. Anwar Abdul Jabar

Mr. Anwar is a Senior Consultant with over 30 years of experience in Islamic Banking. He has a proven track record in setting up Islamic finance institutions, product development, and regulatory compliance, making him a trusted advisor for clients navigating Islamic finance complexities.

Skills and Expertise:
  • Extensive experience in overseeing Islamic Banking operations, particularly in designing and implementing Shariah-compliant financial contracts and structures, supporting leading institutions across the region.
  • Sixteen years at QIB, where he implemented Shariah-compliant products and services, helping establish QIB as a prominent Islamic financial institution.
  • A decade at ADIB, significantly contributing to Islamic finance growth by streamlining internal processes and enhancing product offerings.
  • Four years at ADCB Islamic Window, focusing on developing Shariah-compliant banking services and products.
  • Expertise in reviewing and improving banking processes, developing standard operating procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
  • Practical experience in integrating automation and IT solutions, optimizing retail operations, cheque end-to-end (E2E) processes, and payments.
  • Skilled in advising on product structuring and risk management within the Islamic banking sector.

Mr. Anwar’s leadership and extensive experience across major regional banks make him an invaluable asset to the firm.