How Najmaa was built: the people and partners behind your protection
How Najmaa's vehicle protection came together: the actuarial, legal, audit, claims and repair specialists behind it, and what their work means for members.
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Choosing vehicle protection comes down to trust. Alongside what a product covers, it is fair to ask who built the organisation behind it and what went into putting its arrangements in place.
Najmaa was established to bring the principles of Takaful into a mutual protection model for Australian members. Turning that vision into a working institution took specialist advice and practical support, and it is worth knowing where each piece came from.
What goes into building a Takaful mutual?
Four kinds of work sit behind every Najmaa policy. Here is what each one does.
Pricing built on evidence
Independent actuarial analysis models likely claims costs for every car, driver and state, so each contribution reflects real risk rather than a guess.
A clear legal structure
The mutual model is set down in plain documents that explain what membership means, how contributions are managed and how support is considered.
Independent scrutiny
Najmaa's financial reporting is audited each year, so members and regulators can see the numbers have been checked by someone outside the business.
Help when something happens
If your car is damaged, approved repairs and claims handling are already organised. You are not left arranging it all on your own.
The organisations behind Najmaa
Each organisation below contributed within its own field of expertise.
Actuarial advice
Finity
Actuarial expertise across risk and pricing. Their modelling of potential claims costs underpins how contributions are set for every vehicle.
Legal advice
Norton Rose Fulbright
Advice on Najmaa's structure and documentation, turning the intended model into the deeds and member terms that govern it.
Audit services
Deloitte
Independent audit of Najmaa's financial reporting, part of the accountability an organisation holding members' confidence should carry.
Advisory support
BDO
Professional advisory support during Najmaa's establishment, contributing specialist input as the business took shape.
Repair coordination
AAMC
Runs the repair arrangements behind Najmaa Vehicle Protection, so approved repairs are handled practically after an incident.
Claims handling
Crawford & Company
Supports claims handling and administration, organising the information and steps involved when a member makes a claim.
Why this matters to members
The value of this work shows up in the arrangements it creates. Risk analysis informs pricing, legal documents explain the structure, financial reporting supports accountability, and claims and repair services step in when something goes wrong.
Najmaa's aim is simple: make the way it works understandable, and back it with the right expertise.
Amanah: the responsibility of building Najmaa
Amanah means trust and responsibility. It names the duty that comes with the confidence members place in Najmaa, and it shapes how the organisation behaves.
Seeking specialist advice and being open about how the Mutual works are part of honouring that responsibility. Professional expertise sits alongside independent Shariah governance, each contributing to a different part of the model.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Najmaa work with different specialists?
Running a mutual well takes several disciplines: actuarial, legal, audit, advisory, claims and repair services. Each addresses a different need, and together they cover the work behind Najmaa.
How does professional expertise work alongside Shariah governance?
Professional advisers contribute within their own fields. Najmaa's Shariah advisers review the model's alignment with Islamic principles, and the two work side by side rather than one replacing the other. You can read more about our Shariah governance.
Where can I learn more about Najmaa?
Start with our key documents or the claims process. Questions from members and anyone considering joining are always welcome.
Important information
Protection is arranged by Najmaa Group Pty Ltd (AFSL 527623) and issued by Najmaa Mutual Limited. Protection is not insurance and is provided at the discretion of Najmaa Mutual Limited. Any advice is general advice only and does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Please read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement, Financial Services Guide and Target Market Determination and consider whether the product is appropriate for you.
