Jobs at Elizabeth Maddeux

Job Summary

• The Head of Internal Audit is responsible for providing independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness of the bank’s internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
• The role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, identifies operational and financial risks, and supports the achievement of the microfinance bank’s strategic objectives through a robust audit framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a risk-based annual internal audit plan.
• Conduct regular audits of credit operations, loan portfolio quality, treasury, finance, and
• branch activities.
• Ensure compliance with Central Bank guidelines, internal policies, and other regulatory
• requirements.
• Lead and supervise internal audit reviews and investigations.
• Promote a strong internal control and ethical culture across the bank.
• Present audit findings and risk insights to senior management and the Board Audit Committee
• Committee.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Internal Auditing, Accounting
• Professional certification, such as ACA, ACCA, ICAN, or CFA, is required.
• 8–10 years’ experience in finance or accounting, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in IT audit within the Microfinance space is highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of financial regulations, IFRS, and Central Bank guidelines.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of risk and control frameworks
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills
• High level of integrity and Professionalism.

Compensation

• Salary: N500,000- N700,000 per month.
• Health Insurance
• Employer Contributory pension

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Job Description

• The Legal Officer / Recovery Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization’s legal affairs and managing the recovery of delinquent and non-performing loan portfolios.
• The role ensures strict compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and internal credit policies while minimizing credit losses and safeguarding the institution’s legal and financial interests.
• This position plays a critical role in enforcing loan agreements, managing litigation processes, supporting credit risk management, and providing legal advisory services across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Loan Recovery & Credit Risk Management

• Develop and implement effective recovery strategies for overdue and non-performing accounts.
• Manage and monitor delinquent loan portfolios to ensure timely resolution.
• Negotiate settlements, restructuring arrangements, and repayment plans.
• Initiate and oversee collateral realization and enforcement proceedings.
• Track recovery performance against agreed targets and prepare periodic recovery reports.
• Work closely with credit and risk teams to reduce non-performing loan (NPL) ratios.

Legal & Regulatory Compliance:

• Ensure all credit documentation and recovery processes comply with applicable laws, regulatory frameworks, and internal policies.
• Maintain compliance with Central Bank of Nigeria guidelines and other statutory requirements.
• Liaise with external solicitors, law enforcement agencies, and regulatory authorities.
• Manage litigation processes, including court filings, case follow-ups, and legal representation coordination.
• Conduct legal due diligence on collateral documentation and loan agreements.

Legal Advisory & Documentation:

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, loan agreements, and other legal instruments.
• Provide legal opinions and advisory support to management and operational departments.
• Conduct legal research to guide business transactions and strategic decisions.
• Ensure corporate compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree.
• Barrister-at-Law (BL) qualification.
• 4–7 years post-call experience in legal practice, loan recovery, credit administration, or financial services.
• Prior experience in banking, microfinance, or financial institutions is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of debt recovery laws, contract law, insolvency procedures, and financial regulations.
• Proven experience managing litigation and enforcement processes.

Core Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and recovery management skills.
• Sound legal reasoning and analytical ability.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Attention to detail with strong documentation accuracy.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet performance targets.
• Proficiency in legal drafting and case management systems.

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Job Summary

• The role ensures smooth daily operations, optimal utilization of company assets, vendor
• Coordination, and a safe, functional, and compliant working environment.

Key Responsibilities
Administrative Management:

• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks, including correspondence, filing, and
• record-keeping.
• Support HR and management with staff logistics, meetings, and internal
• communications.
• Maintain office supplies and ensure timely procurement of consumables.
• Implement and monitor administrative policies and procedures.

Facility Management:

• Ensure effective maintenance and upkeep of factory and office facilities.
• Coordinate preventive and corrective maintenance of utilities, equipment, andinfrastructure.
• Maintain asset registers and track company property usage.
• Manage security, cleaning, and general housekeeping services.

Vendor & Service Coordination:

• Liaise with vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure timely and quality
• service delivery.
• Monitor vendor performance, contracts, and compliance with service-level agreements.
• Support procurement and cost optimization related to administrative and facility services.

Health, Safety & Compliance:

• Ensure office and factory areas comply with safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards.
• Implement basic HSE practices and respond to facility-related safety incidents.
• Conduct regular audits of facility conditions and administrative processes.

Reporting & Budget Control:

• Prepare reports on administrative activities, facility maintenance, and vendor
• performance.
• Monitor and control administrative and facility-related expenses.
• Recommend improvements for efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem-solving and a proactive approach to facilities issues.
• Basic financial and budget management skills.
• Ability to work independently and under minimal supervision.
• Integrity, reliability, and attention to detail.

Qualifications & Experience

• HND or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Facilities Management, or related field.
• Minimum 2–4 years’ experience in administrative or facility management, preferably in manufacturing or FMCG.
• Familiarity with office and factory operations, vendor management, and HSE standards.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Timeliness and accuracy of administrative reports.
• Facility uptime and functionality.
• Response time to maintenance requests.
• Vendor service quality and adherence to contracts.
• Asset register accuracy and audit compliance.
• Office/factory cleanliness, safety, and HSE compliance.
• Admin and facility costs vs budget.
• Staff satisfaction with administrative support.