Compliance Officer

Lagos - Nigeria

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Regulatory Compliance & Reporting

Monitor and track compliance with all regulatory obligations applicable to InfraCredit.
Prepare and submit accurate regulatory filings monthly/quarterly/annual reports and responses to regulatory requests within stipulated timelines.
Maintain an updated regulatory universe and track changes in relevant laws regulations standards and guidelines.
Support regulatory examinations inspections and audits including coordination of responses to regulators.

Compliance Monitoring & Controls

Assist in designing and executing the annual Compliance Monitoring Plan.
Conduct periodic compliance reviews and testing to assess adherence to policies procedures and controls.
Document findings provide recommendations and track remediation activities to closure.
Conduct compliance risk assessments and support enterprise risk management processes.

Policy Governance & Advisory

Support the development periodic review and implementation of compliance policies standards and procedures.
Provide compliance advisory support to business units on transactions new products third-party engagements and operational processes.
Participate in transaction due diligence reviews focusing on compliance and regulatory risk assessment.

Anti-Money Laundering / Countering Financing of Terrorism and Countering Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF)

Support the implementation of AML/CFT and KYC procedures in line with regulatory and internal requirements.
Conduct customer due diligence enhanced due diligence PEP screening sanctions screening and ongoing monitoring.
Review and investigate potential suspicious activities and prepare Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) when required.

Ethics Training & Awareness

Promote a strong compliance and ethical culture across the organisation.
Develop and deliver compliance awareness and training programmes for staff.
Support the management of whistleblowing processes and investigations.

Reporting & Documentation

Prepare periodic compliance reports to senior management the Board Committee and other governance bodies.
Maintain comprehensive and uptodate documentation of compliance activities records and registers.

Other Responsibilities

Support cross-functional projects requiring compliance oversight.
Perform any other tasks assigned by the Head Compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Bachelors degree in law Finance Economics Business Administration or related field.
Relevant postgraduate qualification is an added advantage.

Professional Certifications (Required)

At least one of the following:
- Designate Compliance Professional (DCP)
- ACAMS (Certified AntiMoney Laundering Specialist)
- ICA Certificate/Diploma in Compliance or AML
- Nigerian Bar qualification (for legal background)

Experience

Minimum of 3-5 years experience in compliance regulatory affairs risk management or internal control within financial services capital markets banking or related sectors.
Demonstrated experience in regulatory reporting compliance monitoring and AML/CFT compliance.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of the Nigerian financial regulatory environment (SEC CBN NAICOM FRC EFCC/SCUML NSE etc.).
Knowledge of corporate governance AML/CFT regulations and compliance monitoring methodologies.
Proficiency in KYC platforms sanctions screening tools and compliance systems.

Behavioural Competencies

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication (written & verbal) and stakeholder management skills.
High level of integrity discretion and ethical judgment.
Attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
Strong organisational and coordination abilities.
Proactive self-driven and able to work both independently and in a team.

Working Relationships

Internal:

All business units Internal Audit Risk Management Legal Finance Operations Corporate Communications.

External:

Regulators external auditors industry associations consultants and counterparties.

Required Experience:

Regulatory Compliance & ReportingMonitor and track compliance with all regulatory obligations applicable to InfraCredit.Prepare and submit accurate regulatory filings monthly/quarterly/annual reports and responses to regulatory requests within stipulated timelines.Maintain an updated regulatory univ...