Compliance Officer (MLRO) – Nigeria

About the role

Establish, implement, and oversee the entity’s AML/CFT and regulatory compliance programme in line with Nigerian requirements and group standards, acting as the primary sponsored individual for compliance matters. The role maintains independence to provide objective compliance oversight to the Board.

Key responsibilities

• Own and maintain the AML/CFT programme, including KYC, CDD, EDD, ongoing monitoring, sanctions screening, and STR/SAR filing with the Nigerian FIU and SEC.
• Oversee transaction monitoring and alert handling in accordance with the group Compliance Framework.
• Conduct enterprise‑wide risk assessments and keep policies and procedures up‑to‑date with regulatory changes.
• Manage regulatory reporting, internal and external audits, and liaison with the SEC Nigeria.
• Provide compliance advice to business lines and escalate material issues directly to the Board, CEO, or Group Compliance.
• Ensure staff training and awareness of AML/CFT, sanctions, and conduct requirements.
• Maintain accurate records for at least eight years, or as required by Nigerian law.

Required profile

• A first degree in a relevant field (banking, finance, law, etc.) or equivalent with at least six years of relevant experience, or a secondary qualification with fifteen years of experience.
• Minimum four years of post‑qualification experience in virtual assets, fintech, financial services, capital markets, compliance, AML/CFT, risk management, legal or cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated experience in AML/CFT compliance, transaction monitoring and regulatory reporting within fintech or virtual‑asset environments.
• Prior experience as an MLRO, Compliance Officer or sponsored individual in a regulated entity is highly advantageous.
• Full‑time availability; Nigerian citizenship preferred and fit‑and‑proper status with no adverse findings.
• Reports directly to the Board to preserve independence of the compliance function.