COMPLIANCE OFFICER AT GBENGA BADEJO & CO | COMPLIANCE JOBS IN LAGOS

About Company:

Gbenga Badejo and Co. - Our client, a non-bank financial institution specializing in funds management, credit services, financial advisory, portfolio management, and equipment leasing, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Description:

We are looking for a highly skilled and diligent Compliance Officer to join our team in Lagos. In the fast-paced world of finance and lending, compliance is not just about rules—it is the bedrock of our trust and operational integrity.

You will act as our primary guardian, ensuring that we remain fully compliant with regulatory standards while supporting the business as it scales. If you are a Chartered Accountant with a sharp eye for detail, a deep understanding of AML/CFT frameworks, and a passion for ethical financial operations, we invite you to take the lead in our compliance function.

Requirements:

Compliance & KYC Operations

• Loan Compliance: Review customer onboarding files and credit documentation with precision to ensure full KYC compliance before any loan disbursement occurs.

• Transaction Monitoring: Monitor daily transactions to flag unusual patterns. You will be responsible for escalating concerns and filing Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) whenever necessary.

Regulatory Liaison & Reporting

• Regulatory Gateway: Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, specifically the CBN. You will ensure that all returns, reports, and queries are handled with accuracy and delivered on time.

• Policy Management: Continuously maintain and update our compliance policies to ensure they reflect the latest regulatory changes and internal process adjustments.

Audit, Investigation & Training

• Internal Audits: Conduct periodic compliance audits across all departments to identify gaps and enforce corrective actions.

• Investigations: Lead internal investigations into compliance breaches, documenting your findings and recommending disciplinary or control measures where required.

• Staff Empowerment: Design and deliver targeted compliance training sessions to ensure our frontline teams are equipped to handle customers and transactions safely.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Professional Certification: You must be a Chartered Accountant.

• Experience: 4–5 years of direct experience in compliance, risk, or audit within a financial institution (lending, microfinance, fintech, or banking).

• Technical Expertise:

  • Hands-on experience with AML/CFT frameworks, KYC processes, and transaction monitoring.

  • Working knowledge of CBN regulations, reporting requirements, and Nigerian Financial Standards.

  • Strong preference for candidates with exposure to credit processes and the loan lifecycle within a finance company.

• Education: A Bachelor’s Degree or HND in Accounting or a related course from a reputable institution.

• Soft Skills: You are meticulous, objective, and capable of maintaining the highest standards of integrity. You can communicate complex regulatory requirements clearly to non-compliance stakeholders.

Salary

Application Closing Date: Not specified

Application Instructions:

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