Analyst, MFS & AML Compliance (Supervisory) at MTN Nigeria

Job Description

• Support the MTNN Compliance framework through gathering and analyzing data, anticipating risks and recommending solutions.
• Collaborate with relevant business units to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing Finance Processes that are aligned to achieving all elements on the business scorecard. (I.e. Grow Market Share, Grow ICT & Data Revenue, Increase EBITDA margins, Assure Revenue, CAPEX Returns Management and Net Subscriber Additions).
• Participate in the review of Business Processes (headcount, process optimisation, etc.), to drive efficiency gains to ensure at least 5% reduction in Divisional budget year-on-year.
• Serve internal customers and provide solutions to improve the customer experience.
• Establish strategic partnerships with employees to drive awareness on expected behaviors and impact of non-compliance on bottom line results and company image/reputation.
• Serve as a confidential point of contact for employees to communicate with management, seek clarification on issues or dilemmas, and report irregularities.
• Network and build solid relationships with internal units and relevant third parties (e.g. strategic investors, technical and finance partners, business consultants etc.) and develop a close working relationship with relevant information sources to provide an integrated service.
• Maintain effective working relationships with internal and external suppliers.
• Maintain a compliance glossary of applicable laws and regulations governing Anti-Money Laundering and Mobile Financial Services and use this as the basis for monitoring and oversight activities.
• Review and analyze AML/CTF current trends and news to identify risks, policies, legislation or any issues associated with money laundering or other financial crimes.
• Contribute to the development of the AML/CTF Compliance testing strategy, methodology, framework, standards for conducting control testing, and for reporting results.
• Coordinate collation of information necessary for compliance audits performed by external auditors and ensure all compliance requests are met and completed in a timely manner.
• Follow through with relevant first line functions to ensure timely creation and revisions of internal controls related to AML.
• Maintain an AML/CTF compliance dashboard to assess effectiveness of AML/CTF risk management practices and controls.
• Continuously seek self-professional development to sharpen skills and capabilities in a versatile and evolving digital landscape.

Job Condition    

• Normal MTN Nigeria working conditions
• May be required to work extended hours

Experience & Training    
Education:

• First degree in any relevant numerate discipline
• AML/CFT Certification (Association of certified anti-money laundery specialist) will be an added plus.

Experience:

• 3- 7years’ experience

Experience which includes:

• Proven experience as an AML/Fraud Analyst in the banking industry or within Mobile Financial Services preferably
• Working knowledge of AML/CTF and other compliance requirements, laws and rules in a Mobile Financial Services/banking, switching services or e-payment organisation
• Experience of local financial services regulatory landscape
• Experience and knowledge of Data Analysis in a risk management environment
• Good knowledge of the Central Bank of Nigeria’s Mobile Money Guidelines and AML Regulations
• Familiarity with the FIU (Financial Intelligence Unit) directives /regulations.
• Good knowledge of AML tool RiskSecure or any other monitoring tool  
• Experience working in a team and good interpersonal skills
• Ability to plan and execute complex projects under pressure

Minimum qualification:

• BA, BEd, B.Sc or HND.