Senior Compliance Officer at SIAO

Responsibilities:

• Conducting research on industry-specific compliance regulations and policies.
• Developing new compliance policies and procedures as required.
• Analyzing and updating existing compliance policies and related documentation.
• Communicating compliance policies and guidelines to clients/ Management and designated Departments.
• Ensuring proper registration/ incorporation of new businesses/ companies with the appropriate regulatory bodies.
• Applying for compliance certification and regulatory approval.
• Developing and maintaining a compliance record-keeping system.
• Ensuring proper filing and documentation of information.
• Organizing training for members of staff on industry-specific compliance requirements.
• Maintaining communication with compliance regulators and following up on applications.
• Keeping up with compliance requirements, amendments to regulations, and advising clients on regulatory and industry changes.

Qualifications: 

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Law, must have been called to the Nigerian Bar, and must have completed the NYSC program.
• 5 years experience in a Compliance role.
• Good knowledge of Nigerian Laws and how to apply them. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Perform legal and secretarial duties.
• Perform Quality Control reviews on engagements.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent research skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good team player.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Highly conscious of legal and ethical conduct.