Fintech Compliance Manager (CBN, IMTO, BDC and FX)

About the role

Nexply Compliance is a licensed Data Protection Compliance Organisation (DPCO) that helps fintechs, payment companies and digital asset businesses get licensed and stay compliant in Nigeria and Canada. It handles CBN and SEC licensing, AML/CFT and NFIU setup, data protection, tax and ongoing regulatory compliance. The Compliance Manager leads CBN licensing and compliance work for clients, prepares and files submissions, manages regulator engagement and ensures licensed FX and remittance businesses remain compliant.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and manage CBN licence applications and renewals for IMTOs, BDCs and other payment and FX businesses, including full application packs, business plans, corporate documents, board resolutions, policies, fit and proper documents and capital evidence
• Act as main point of contact with the CBN on applications, approvals in principle, licence requirements and queries, track status and follow up until approval
• Support clients through CBN examinations, spot checks and onsite inspections
• Advise clients on CBN FX rules, the Foreign Exchange Manual, the NFEM framework and current IMTO and BDC guidelines
• Review FX and remittance flows, partner banks and payout structures, and monitor FX limits, documentation and permitted transactions
• Prepare and file periodic CBN returns for IMTO, BDC and FX operations, set up reporting calendars and reconcile transaction data
• Handle NFIU reporting through goAML, including STRs and CTRs
• Draft and review AML/CFT/CPF, KYC/KYB, sanctions screening and transaction monitoring policies; support CCO/MLRO appointments, board reports and compliance committee papers
• Run compliance risk assessments, track new CBN circulars and train client and internal staff

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years of compliance experience with direct work on CBN regulations and submissions
• Hands-on experience with IMTO, BDC or FX operations compliance at a fintech, bank, payment company or compliance firm
• Proven experience preparing and filing CBN licence applications, returns and regulatory reports
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Banking or a related field
• Nice to have: CAMS, ICA, ACIB or similar certification; treasury or FX desk experience; exposure to foreign regulators such as FINTRAC; crypto or stablecoin experience

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of the CBN Foreign Exchange Manual, IMTO and BDC guidelines and the current FX market framework
• Good working knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF regulations and NFIU goAML reporting
• Experience dealing directly with the CBN and responding to regulator queries, examinations or inspections
• Attention to detail with transaction data and reconciliations, and clear writing

To apply, send your CV and cover letter by email to the company.