Chief Compliance and Risk Officer at OVERWOOD

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust compliance policies and measures that align with regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and report on compliance status, implement corrective actions, and communicate significant issues to the management board.
• Establish and maintain internal controls to ensure the accuracy and reliability of financial and operational information
• Lead the organization's efforts in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across all departments.
• Conduct regular compliance and risk assessment audits, reporting findings to the senior management and devise strategies to mitigate compliance risks.
• Facilitate internal and external audits to assess the effectiveness of the compliance program and implement corrective actions.

• Conduct due diligence on third-party relationships to ensure compliance standards are met.
• Work closely with the legal department to interpret laws and regulations and provide guidance on compliance matters.
• Monitor and ensure timeliness, completeness and accuracy of all statutory and regulatory reports to relevant authorities.
• Provide training to employees on compliance policies and foster a culture of adherence to ethical standards.
• Stay abreast of regulatory updates and industry requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Management or a related field.
• Relevant professional certifications e.g ICAN, ACCA, etc
• Minimum of 7 years proven work experience in Risk and compliance department in a financial service industry.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a senior management level
• In-depth knowledge of Nigerian regulatory requirements, including financial regulations, anti-money laundering laws, and data protection regulations.
• Strong investigative, analytical and risk management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Strong flexibility and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance standards.