Sunday, 3rd May 2026
Khabor Wala Desk
Published: 3rd May 2026, 9:41 AM
Sonali Bank PLC has issued a formal recruitment notice for a senior-level contractual position in its Islamic Banking division. The institution is seeking to appoint a Senior Consultant (Islamic Banking) at the rank equivalent to General Manager. The appointment will be made on a two-year contractual basis, offering an attractive monthly remuneration package.
The last date for submission of applications is 1 June 2026.
The advertised role is a highly specialised advisory position within one of the country’s largest state-owned commercial banks. The selected candidate will be responsible for providing strategic guidance and expert input on Islamic banking operations, product development, regulatory compliance, and overall business growth in the Shariah-compliant banking segment.
The appointment is expected to strengthen the bank’s Islamic banking framework, enhance operational efficiency, and support innovation in financial services aligned with Islamic principles.
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| Position | Senior Consultant (Islamic Banking) |
| Grade | General Manager equivalent |
| Organisation | Sonali Bank PLC |
| Number of Posts | 01 |
| Contract Duration | 02 years |
| Age Limit | Maximum 65 years as on 1 June 2026 |
| Educational Qualification | Master’s degree in any discipline (no third division/class acceptable) |
| Minimum Experience | At least 15 years in banking sector |
| Senior-Level Experience | Minimum 3 years as Deputy General Manager or equivalent |
| Islamic Banking Experience | At least 10 years in Islamic banking within a commercial bank |
| Monthly Salary | BDT 3,50,000 (negotiable) |
| Application Deadline | 1 June 2026 |
Applicants must hold a Master’s degree from a recognised university in any academic discipline. Candidates with any third division or class in their academic record will not be considered eligible.
In terms of professional background, applicants are required to have a minimum of 15 years of banking experience. Within this period, at least three years must have been served in a senior leadership role equivalent to Deputy General Manager or above. Additionally, a strong specialisation is essential: candidates must have at least 10 years of direct experience in Islamic banking operations within a commercial banking environment.
Interested candidates are required to submit a comprehensive curriculum vitae accompanied by a recent passport-sized photograph. Applicants must also include a copy of their National Identity Card along with attested copies of all academic certificates and relevant experience documents.
Applications should be sent to:
General Manager
Human Resources Development Department
Sonali Bank PLC
Head Office
35–42, 44 Motijheel Commercial Area
Dhaka, Bangladesh
This high-level contractual appointment reflects Sonali Bank’s continued focus on strengthening its Islamic banking operations through experienced professionals with proven leadership capability. Candidates meeting the eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply well before the deadline to ensure consideration.
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