State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan Shariah Advisor Jobs 2026

State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan, a leading life and health insurer in Pakistan, has announced a career opportunity for the position of Shariah Advisor. This role is crucial for their Window Takaful Operations, known as “Tayyab Takaful,” ensuring compliance with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) Shariah Advisors Regulations, 2017, and Takaful Rules, 2012.

The position is based in Karachi and offers a contract-based appointment initially for three years, with the possibility of extension. Aspiring candidates with strong qualifications and relevant experience in Islamic jurisprudence and financial services are encouraged to apply.

Job Overview

Organization	State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan
Job Title	Shariah Advisor
Employment Type	Contract
Location	Karachi
Application Deadline	26-10-2026
Official Website	https://www.statelife.com.pk/en/page/career

Eligibility and Qualifications

Candidates applying for the Shariah Advisor position must meet the following criteria:

i) Qualification:

• Option A: Shahadat-ul-Aalamiyyah Degree (Dars-e-Nizami) from any recognized Board of Madaris with a minimum of seventy percent (70%) marks, AND a Bachelor’s degree recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan with a minimum 2nd Class; OR
• Option B: Post-Graduate Degree in Kuliyyatush Shariah or Kuliyyah Usooluddin, L.L.M (Shariah), MS Shariah or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 2.5 or equivalent, from an institution recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan.

ii) Work Experience:

• Option A: At least four (4) years’ experience of giving Shariah rulings in fiqh, preferably fiqh-ul-muamulat (Islamic commercial jurisprudence), including the period of Takhasus-fil-Ifta; OR
• Option B: At least five (5) years’ experience in teaching or research or training in Islamic financial services; OR
• Option C: At least five (5) years’ experience in working in relevant departments of an institution offering Islamic financial services; OR
• Option D: At least five (5) years’ experience in working in the relevant department of banking or securities or insurance/Takaful regulator.

Explanation: A combination of eligible work experience is acceptable. For instance, two years of experience in teaching, research, or training in Islamic financial services combined with three years of experience working in relevant departments of an institution offering Islamic financial services will fulfill the five (5) year experience requirement. Preference will be given to candidates with direct experience as a Sharia Advisor for a Pension Fund Manager, Dedicated Family Takaful, or Window Takaful Operations.

iii) Integrity and Soundness:

The candidate must not have been associated with any illegal activity, especially relating to Insurance / Takaful / Fund Management or banking business, and must not have defaulted on payment of dues owed to any financial institution and/or default in payment of any taxes.

iv) Compensation Package:

An attractive compensation package will be offered, subject to clearance from the SECP.

Last Date to Apply

The last date to submit applications is within 15 days from the date of publication of this advertisement. Candidates are advised to apply promptly to avoid any inconvenience.

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