• Application Deadline:
• Position: Legal & Compliance Lead


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 4 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Law / Legal 
  

Job Description

• Work closely with the Director of Legal services.


• Develop and implement an effective legal compliance program for Paymi Solutions.


• Create sound internal controls and monitor adherence to them across teams.


• Draft and revise the company policies.


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


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


• Advise the management of Paymi Solutions on the company’s compliance with laws and regulations through detailed reports.


• Collaborate with external auditors and the People and Culture team when needed.


• Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations.


• Educate and train Employees on financial technology industry practices and regulations.


• Address employee concerns or questions on legal compliance.


• Keep abreast of Paymi’s internal standards and business goals.


• Attend sprint meetings.

Qualifications

• BSc/BA in law, finance, business administration or a related field.


• Professional certification is an advantage.


• Minimum 4+ years of proven experience as a Compliance Officer or Manager in a reputable Bank or Financial Technology Company.


• Highly analytical, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Experience in risk management.


• Knowledge of legal requirements and controls in areas such as; Anti-Money Laundering.


• Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards.


• Excellent communication skills.


• Integrity and professional ethics.


• Teamwork skills.

Additional information

• Competitive Compensation.


• 5-day workweek.


• Flextime.


• Competitive Health Insurance (Employee + Spouse + 4 children).


• Growth and Development opportunities