• Application Deadline: Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Internal Control / Compliance Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 - 7 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field Risk Management and Compliance 
  
  

 Responsibilities

• Establish and continuously improve key internal control processes across all business units.


• Ensure segregation of duties, authorization controls, and approval hierarchies are properly defined and enforced.


• Review and strengthen control gaps identified across processes and recommend corrective actions.


• Ensure full adherence to applicable financial regulations, including Central Bank guidelines and other statutory requirements.


• Liaise with regulatory bodies and ensure timely submission of statutory returns and compliance reports.


• Maintain a compliance calendar and ensure adherence to all regulatory deadlines.


• Conduct periodic internal control testing and compliance reviews across departments.


• Identify control deficiencies, operational inefficiencies, and compliance breaches.


• Ensure alignment between internal policies, regulatory requirements, and operational practices.


• Support internal and external audit processes by providing required documentation and explanations.


• Ensure effective implementation of AML/CFT and KYC policies and internal control procedures.


• Review customer onboarding processes to ensure compliance with due diligence requirements.


• Monitor suspicious transactions and ensure proper escalation and reporting procedures are followed.


• Ensure controls are in place to mitigate financial crime and regulatory exposure.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.


• Professional certification in Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Audit, or AML is an advantage


• 3–7 years’ experience in internal control, compliance, audit, or risk management within a financial institution or finance house.


• Must be knowledgeable withCBNrequirements


• Strong understanding of internal control frameworks


• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing financial services institutions.


• Strong analytical, documentation, and reporting skills.