Risk, Compliance & Assessment Lead at Talent Lab Limited

Reports To: Board of Directors

Client Description and Role Objectives

Our client is a major player in the research industry specializing in gathering and analyzing data on public sentiment, consumer behavior, and socio-economic trends. Our client supports decision-makers across government, development, and private sectors.

Job Overview

The Compliance and Risk Assessment Officer (CRO) is an employee with the responsibility of providing independent and objective evaluations of client’s financial and operational business activities, including corporate governance. 

These functions also include evaluating the accuracy of controls at business unit levels and recommending improvement; evaluating links among those business units; verifying physical assets and making sure they are protected; ensuring compliance with established business procedures of the firm; and investigating internal fraud or behavior in violation of company policy. This work is done by looking at samples of specific cases or operations within the company.

Job Responsibilities

Compliance Monitoring & Regulatory Oversight

Ensure the organization’s financial and operational activities comply with applicable laws, donor requirements, and internal policies.

• Review and update internal policies and procedures to align with best practices and evolving compliance standards.
• Collaborate with external auditors by providing documentation and clarifications to support audit and regulatory reviews.
• Monitor adherence to regulatory reporting timelines and ensure documentation integrity.

Financial & Operational Process Reviews

• Conduct routine reviews of financial processes to ensure they are compliant, efficient, and transparent.
• Monitor transactions to identify any irregularities or red flags related to mismanagement or policy breaches.
• Review financial records and reporting procedures on a sampling basis to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Conduct random pre-audits of sensitive or high-risk transactions to enforce control and prevent anomalies.

Risk Assessment & Internal Controls

• Evaluate the design and effectiveness of internal control systems across departments.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments to identify operational, financial, and reputational risks.
• Test the operation of key controls to ensure they are functioning as intended and recommend enhancements where necessary.
• Track and follow up on implementation of risk mitigation and control improvement measures.

Governance & Organizational Improvement

• Provide an independent view on the organization’s governance, risk, and compliance posture.
• Offer strategic recommendations to improve accountability and operational performance.
• Promote a culture of compliance, ethics, and continuous improvement through periodic sensitization and training.

Required skills and qualifications

Core Competencies 

• Sound knowledge of internal control systems and risk management principles.
• Proven experience in governance, risk management, or compliance roles within reputable organizations.
• Exceptional analytical and critical thinking skills with the ability to assess complex risks and develop practical solutions.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
• A Master’s degree and/or professional certifications (ICAN, ACCA, CITN) are added advantages.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in auditing, internal control, or risk management with a reputable organization

Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement

Our client is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace. We uphold a strict non-discrimination policy, ensuring fair treatment of all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.