Internal Control and Compliance Officer

Job Description

A fast-growing fintech company is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Internal Control and Compliance Officer to support regulatory compliance, strengthen internal control systems, and help manage operational and financial risks. The ideal candidate should have a good understanding of compliance frameworks, AML/CFT regulations, and risk management processes within the financial services sector.

Location: Ikeja, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor daily operations to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry standards.
• Develop and implement internal control measures to reduce financial, operational, and compliance risks.
• Conduct regular compliance reviews, internal audits, and risk assessments across departments.
• Ensure proper implementation of AML/CFT procedures, including KYC verification and suspicious transaction reporting (STR).
• Prepare and submit accurate regulatory reports to relevant authorities within required timelines.
• Identify process gaps and recommend corrective actions to improve efficiency and compliance standards.
• Maintain proper compliance documentation, records, and audit trails for regulatory purposes.
• Support compliance awareness and staff training on internal control procedures and regulatory policies.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 1–2 years of experience in compliance, internal control, or risk management within fintech, banking, or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks, regulatory requirements, and risk management principles.
• Good understanding of AML/CFT regulations and regulatory reporting processes.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Salary

N200,000 – N250,000 monthly (gross).

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should send their current CV using the job role as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.