Jobs in Lagos for a Regulatory Compliance Officer in a Reputable Company


A dynamic, globally respected and highly reputable company based in Lagos, seeking to hire a competent, hardworking, committed experienced candidates who will add value to our strategic operations in the capacity below:


Job Title: Regulatory Compliance Officer

Location:
Lagos

Job Descriptions

  • The candidate must possess strong knowledge of finacial analysis, well versed in local and international rules and regulations governing corporate organizations and business operations.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, have strong presentation skills and shall perform the following duties and responsibilities:
    • Act as an independent review and evaluation body to ensure that compliance issues/concerns within the organization are being appropriately evaluated, investigated end resolved.
    • Responsible for developing, implementing and administering statutory policies and procedures to ensure that the company is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
    • Assist Management to ensure internal resources, systems, procedures and controls are in place, documented and operating effectively in order to ensure compliance and mitigate any form of risk.
    • Provide reports on a regular basis, and as directed or requested, to keep Executive Management informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts.
    • Provide guidance on proper application and interpretation of laws, regulations and policies applicable to our business.
    • Ensure that the regulations, policies and requirements are clearly communicated to Management and staff members.
    • Work with Executive Management to ensure that the company consistently attains high levels of compliance with all relevant laws and regulations as well as industry best practices.
    • Assist in the development of an effective compliance culture by promoting the benefits of ethical business conduct and benefits of compliance.
    • Develops and periodically reviews and updates the Code of Conduct to ensure continuous relevance in providing guidance to Management and employees.
    • Identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability, develop/implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues; and provide general guidance on how to avoid or manage similar situations in the future.
    • Establish and coordinate the risk-based Compliance Monitoring Plan to include relevant operational risk assessment, business specific compliance reviews, other functional compliance reviews, routine checks and approvals.
    • Ensure proper reporting of violations or potential violations to duly authorized enforcement agencies as appropriate and/or required.
    • Collaborate with internal departments as appropriate to obtain updates on regulatory changes that affect the various aspects of the company’s operations
Requirements
  • Candidates should have 5-7 years experience in a Financial Services regulated environment in either compliance regulation, risk, audit or legal capacity.
  • Detail oriented with quantitative and data managements skills
  • Advanced Microsoft excel, power point and word skills
  • Must have good knowledge of other job functions in the company and the rules associated with them.
  • Certification in Risk and Compliance Management will be advantageous
  • Preferred candidate must have a minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Law or other related disciplines.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills
  • Must possess great interpersonal relationship and sound presentation skills
  • Strong team player and good organizational skills

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to: [email protected]

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Application Deadline  2nd February, 2016.