If I get somebody appointed to a particular post through my contacts,can I charge some money in return for such an appointment
Question
If I get somebody appointed to a particular post through my contacts,can I charge some money in return for such an appointment. Appointment is according to the person's ability and only a capable person gets the job.The amount that I ask for is such that can be easily paid through the salary for that particular post and I make the person aware of this well before the appointment. I dont charge anything in advance but only after the appointed individual gets his salary. Is such money halal for me or not?
Answer
Respected brother/sister in Islaam
As salaamu alaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuhu
This particular transaction is termed as Wakaalah in Sharee’ah. It is permissable to charge a specific fee for the services you provide. However the amount has to be specified before the transaction.
And Allah Ta'ala knows best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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