• Application Deadline: Fri, 1 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Compliance Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 - 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Summary:

• We are looking for a Compliance Officer to ensure that our operations and business transactions follow all relevant legal and internal rules. You will also review employees’ work and provide advice on compliance. Your goal will be to ensure we operate in a legal and ethical manner while meeting our business objectives.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an effective legal compliance program.


• Create sound internal controls and monitor adherence to them.


• Draft and revise company policies.


• Proactively audit processes, practices and documents to identify weaknesses.


• Evaluate business activities (e.g. investments) to assess compliance risk.


• Collaborate with external auditors and HR when needed.


• Set plans to manage a crisis or compliance violation.


• Educate and train employees on regulations and industry practices.


• Address employee concerns or questions on legal compliance.


• Keep abreast of internal standards and business goals.

Requirements:

• Bsc degree in law, finance, business administration or other related field.


• Minimum of 3 – 5 years’ proven experience as a compliance officer.


• Experience in risk management.


• Knowledge of legal requirements and controls.


• Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Integrity and professional ethics.


• Business acumen.


• Teamwork skills.


• Attention to detail.