Compliance/Legal Officer at Checkoff Credit System

Checkoff Finance has recently received an Approval In Principle from the Central Bank of Nigeria and is looking for a Compliance/Legal Officer.

JOB TYPE: Full time (Hybrid work model)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Develop and implement an effective legal compliance program
• Create effective 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
• Fulfill regulators’ reporting obligations
• Check products from legal and compliance perspective.
• Receive and direct compliance issues for investigation and resolution.
• Develop, maintain and review compliance policies to prevent improper, unethical and illegal conduct.
• Handle rules, regulations and policy violation and review and suggest procedures initiation.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of Bachelors degree in Law
• Minimum of two (2) years work experience in the same role
• Work experience in a financial institution regulated by CBN will be an added advantage.
• Have clear understanding of regulatory framework 
• Knowledge of legal requirements and controls (e.g. Anti-Money Laundering)
• Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards

Salary: ₦2.5m – ₦3.6m gross per annum (depending on experience)