Scope of the Role
- The Compliance Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all company operations comply with relevant financial regulations, industry standards, and internal policies.
- The role involves monitoring compliance risks, implementing compliance programs, and providing guidance to the organization on regulatory matters.
- Candidate should reside in Abuja, Nigeria or be open to relocate without little or no assistance.
Specific Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with financial regulations.
- Conduct risk assessments and compliance audits to identify potential gaps and recommend corrective actions.
- Ensure company operations comply with regulatory bodies such as the Central Bank, AML Anti-Money Laundering laws, and data privacy regulations.
- Keep up to date with changing regulations and advise leadership on compliance obligations.
- Work closely with legal, risk, and audit teams to ensure integrated risk management.
- Provide compliance training to employees to promote awareness and adherence to internal policies.
- Develop and oversee Know Your Customer KYC and Anti-Money Laundering AML processes.
- Serve as the main point of contact for regulatory authorities and compliance audits.
- Investigate compliance violations and recommend corrective and disciplinary actions.
- Prepare and present compliance reports to Executive Management and regulatory bodies.
- Perform any other duties as assigned by the GMD or Board.
Technical Knowledge / Minimum Requirement
- Minimum of 4+ years experience in compliance management, risk, or regulatory affairs within the financial or fintech industry.
- Strong knowledge of financial laws, data protection regulations GDPR, PCI DSS, and risk assessment frameworks.
- Strong understanding of e-payment compliance, risk management, and financial regulations.
- Experience with AML, KYC, and fraud detection policies.
- Familiarity with industry best practices for data protection and cybersecurity compliance.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
- Excellent communication and report-writing skills.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
